Air travel can be particularly challenging for pregnant women, especially when accompanied by young children. Sydney Rae Bass, the sister of Jessie James Decker, recently faced this challenge while flying with her two young daughters. At five months pregnant and considered high-risk, Sydney experienced a distressing situation when a flight attendant asked her to clean up after her children.
The Incident on the Plane
Jessie James Decker took to Instagram to express her frustration over the incident. She recounted how a flight attendant handed Sydney a garbage bag and a wet wipe, instructing her to clean up popcorn that her daughter had spilled in the aisle. The situation left Sydney, who was visibly pregnant and struggling, on her hands and knees, crying as she cleaned up the mess with her children watching.
Questions Raised About Airline Policies
The incident raised questions about the airline’s policies, especially since the popcorn was provided by the airline itself. Jessie questioned the logic of serving popcorn if it posed a cleanliness issue. The experience left Sydney feeling humiliated and exhausted, prompting Jessie to express her disappointment with United Airlines for their handling of the situation.
Public Outrage and Support
Anthony Bass, Sydney’s husband and a pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays, also voiced his outrage on Twitter. He criticized the flight attendant for making his pregnant wife, who was traveling alone with their young children, clean up the mess. The public response was divided; while some believed it was Sydney’s responsibility to clean up after her children, others felt the airline should have handled it, given her condition. The incident even caught the attention of Chrissy Teigen, sparking widespread discussion on social media.
Moving Towards a Resolution
Amidst the controversy, the couple is working towards a resolution with the airline. Despite the ordeal, they remain excited about the upcoming arrival of their third child, a boy, due this summer.
The Need for Empathy in Air Travel
This incident highlights the importance of empathy and understanding in the travel industry. Air travel should be a comfortable and stress-free experience for all passengers, especially those who are pregnant or traveling with young children. Airlines must prioritize the well-being of their passengers and handle such situations with greater sensitivity and care.
