Mother mistakenly celebrates daughter's gender reveal event

A woman has gained attention online after a funny moment at her daughter's gender reveal party. Lauren McCarten, a first-time mom, shared a video of her mother excitedly trying to join the celebration before she realized it wasn't her own announcement. The video shows Lauren and her husband, Joe, preparing to reveal their baby's gender in front of family and friends. As they opened a box that released pink confetti, Lauren's mother rushed forward to celebrate. However, she was quickly pulled back by another guest. Lauren later joked in her post, “When your mum forgets it isn’t her gender reveal.” Despite the mix-up, Lauren took it all in stride. She noted that she hugged her mother right after the incident. In another video, her mother admitted that she was unaware it wasn’t her reveal. Followers enjoyed the lighthearted moment, helping the original clip gain over five million views. Gender reveal parties have become popular in recent years, usually involving creative ways to announce a baby's sex. These can include cakes, balloons, and even fireworks. While many enjoy the celebrations, there are concerns about safety and inclusivity tied to the trend.