Sister Wives’ Mykelti Responds to Criticism of Her Kids’ iPad Usage

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Mykelti Brown Padron does not appreciate mom criticism culture.

Gwendlyn, one of Kody and Christine Brown’s children from the show Sister Wives, responded to criticism about how she and her husband, Tony Padron, entertained their kids on a recent road trip. Some people questioned her decision to give her daughter, Avalon, age 4, and her 3-year-old twin sons, Archer and Ace, iPads to use during the travel.

Mykelti recently revealed she’s been receiving a lot of hateful messages. In an Instagram video posted on January 8th, she explained she’s gotten a large number of negative direct messages.

As I was driving to my sister’s house, I was keeping myself entertained with my Kindle and phone. My husband, Tony, was listening to a podcast.

As the reality star explained, she and Tony—who tied the knot in 2016—were “entertained.”

She also mentioned giving her kids iPads to keep them occupied during the four-hour drive, saying they were able to enjoy the trip and were doing well.

Mykelti was taken aback by all the negative feedback, especially since she noted that adults commonly use technology for entertainment.

She admitted to using her phone while riding in cars, jokingly calling herself a ‘passenger princess’ – someone who does nothing but enjoy the ride.

She didn’t appreciate the criticism, explaining that mothers already face intense judgment when they simply try to keep their children entertained.

Following her response, many in Mykleti’s comments were in full agreement.

“Seriously??” one user wrote. “Who isn’t giving their children a iPad or smart phone on drives??”

You know, something someone recently told me really resonated. They said, and I totally agree, that you don’t need to justify your choices to anyone. We’re all just figuring things out, doing the best we can to get through life. It’s such a freeing thought, isn’t it?

One person pointed out how absurd it is that people are leaving hateful comments online, especially considering they’re doing it from their phones. They specifically mentioned not understanding the negativity some mothers have towards iPads.

Since becoming a mother, Mykelti has openly shared with her followers about the challenges she’s faced and the intense pressure she feels to be a perfect mom. She also admits to feeling guilty when things are tough.

She shared on Instagram in August that she often gets frustrated with herself when things go wrong. She explained that her reactions vary – sometimes she yells, sometimes she cries and needs a moment to herself, and other times she simply removes herself from the situation by watching TV. She emphasized that these reactions are perfectly normal.

But the TLC star often reminds herself “this is my first time being a mom.”

She admitted she was new to motherhood and that there’s no such thing as a perfect parent. She’s learned to be kind to herself when things aren’t ideal, understanding that as long as her children are happy and healthy, and she’s helping them grow and make memories, she’s doing a wonderful job – and is the best mom for them.

To learn more about Mykelti’s large family – including her 17 siblings and her father Kody’s wives, Meri, Janelle, and Robyn Brown – continue reading.

Logan Brown was born on May 21, 1994, and is the oldest son of Kody and Janelle Brown. As one of 18 children in the Brown family, he’s the eldest overall.

He earned his MBA from the University of Nevada in 2020 and then married Michelle Petty in 2022.

Aspyn is the oldest child of Kody and Christine Brown. She was born on March 14, 1995.

Aspyn, a graduate of the University of Nevada, married Mitch Thompson in 2018. She revealed she was expecting a baby in April 2025.

Born on July 29, 1995, Leon is the only child of Kody and Meri Brown.

In 2020, Leon came out as transgender, sharing that they were previously “socialized as a girl.”

Leo shared on Instagram that growing up, they were in a very traditional and limiting environment based on gender roles. Now, they’re ready to fully express their true self, which they describe as genderqueer, trans, and confident.

Leon married Audrey Kiss in 2020 at a Colorado courthouse wedding.

The second of Kody and Christine’s children, Mykelti was born on June 9, 1996.

She married Antonio “Tony” Padron in 2016, and their wedding was featured on the show Sister Wives. They have three children together: a daughter named Avalon, and twin sons named Archer and Ace.

Janelle gave birth to Madison—her second child with Kody—on Nov. 3, 1995.

Madison attended Utah State University and married Caleb Brush in 2016. They have three children: Axel, Evangalynn, and Josephine.

Janelle and Kody welcomed Hunter—their third child together—on Feb. 9, 1997.

Hunter finished at the Air Force Academy in 2020 and then went on to study nursing at Johns Hopkins University.

Christine gave birth to her and Kody’s third child together on Aug. 7, 1998.

It is with a heavy heart that I share the news of Garrison Brown’s passing. Born on October 31, 1998, he was a bright young man, and sadly, he passed away on March 5, 2024, at just 25 years old. As the third youngest child of Kody and Janelle Brown, his loss is deeply felt, and a stark reminder to prioritize mental wellbeing.

Dayton is Robyn Brown’s oldest child, from a previous relationship with Preston Jessop. Kody Brown adopted Dayton in 2015, five years after he and Robyn had a spiritual marriage.

In 2014, Kody divorced his first wife, Meri, which allowed him to marry Robyn and legally adopt her son, Dayton.

Nicknamed Gabe, the fifth child of Kody and Janelle was born on Oct. 11, 2001. 

Kody and Christine welcomed their fourth child on Oct. 15, 2001.

Gwendlyn tied the knot with Beatriz Queiroz in 2023.

Aurora is Robyn’s second oldest child. Kody legally adopted her in 2015, a year after he married Robyn.

Kody and Christine welcomed their fifth child together on June 13, 2003.

Her struggles with scoliosis have been documented on Sister Wives.

Breanna is one of Robyn’s three children from her previous marriage to Preston. When Robyn married Kody, Breanna and her siblings were officially adopted as part of his family.

Kody and Janelle’s daughter, Savanah, was born on December 7, 2004. Despite no longer being together, Kody and Janelle both attended Savanah’s high school graduation in 2023.

Born on April 13, 2010, Truely is the youngest child of Kody and Christine.

Kody and Robyn welcomed their second youngest son on Oct. 27, 2011.

Ariella is the youngest of Kody and Robyn Brown’s children, born on January 10, 2016. She’s also the youngest of 18 children in the Brown family.

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