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Artist Creates Disney Fan Art Featuring Princesses As Mothers, But Moms Aren't Happy With The Representation

An artist reimagined some of the classic Disney princesses as mothers, featuring the likes of Belle, Mulan, and Ariel as new moms. But the backlash indicates that many mothers are unhappy with the negative representation of bringing a baby into the world.

By Gina Florio2 min read
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If you were a loyal Disney fan growing up, you probably watched your fair share of Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, and Mulan. As little girls, we were enamored with these classic stories of loss, triumph, and victory. An artist decided to reimagine what life would look like for these Disney princesses if they became mothers (as someone else did in 2020, but in the opposite way). It didn't go over so well with many moms online.