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Party Mamas

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Where to watch: WE)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 13.
  • Is it any good?

    1.0
  • Common Sense says

    Competitive moms send troubling messages.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 13–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    The featured moms love their kids but exhibit controlling, self-centered, and disrespectful behavior toward vendors, party planners, and even spouses while organizing parties. Some moms compete with their kids for attention at the parties or seem to be living vicariously through their children. Lots of emphasis on money and material goods. The moms and their families are mainly Caucasian and of upper-middle-class and upper-class socioeconomic backgrounds.
  • Violence:

    Moms are seen arguing with spouses, children, vendors, etc. At one Halloween party, a young man carries a BB gun as part of his costume against his parents' wishes.
  • Sex:

    Some episodes include references to moms looking "sexy" at these parties. One mother is described as sometimes looking "slutty."
  • Language:

    Words like "crap," "hell," and "bitch" are audible; stronger words like "s--t" are bleeped.
  • Consumerism:

    Many of the featured moms are proudly materialistic, spending lavish amounts of money on over-the-top entertainment, food, etc.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Adult consumption of hard liquor, beer, wine, and champagne visible.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Party Mamas

Parents need to know that this reality series about aggressive party-planning moms sends confusing messages: Loving mothers abruptly become demanding, controlling, and self-centered while organizing events for their children. Some moms compete with their children for attention, while others seem to lose sight of why they're throwing the party in the first place. You can also expect some strong language; words like "bitch" and "crap" are audible, while the likes of "s--t" are bleeped.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about some of the messages that shows like this one and My Super Sweet 16 send to kids. Why do some parents who clearly love their kids behave inappropriately while showing it? Is throwing extravagant parties the best way to show their love? Do you think the kids end up having fun at these parties? Families can also discuss the different ways that people celebrate special occasions. Do parties have to be big and lavish to be fun and memorable?

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