Chile, when it comes to parenting, everybody seems to have their own playbook! And while some parents believe in splitting every duty down the middle, others apparently have a different game plan for handling the responsibilities that come with raising a little one. Now, LaMelo Ball has folks talking after sharing his stance on a particular parenting duty his girlfriend, Ana Montana, handles.
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LaMelo Ball Says Diaper Duty “Isn’t My Job”
During an interview with ESPN’s Ernie Johnson ahead of his Minnesota Timberwolves debut on Wednesday, LaMelo was asked whether he changes diapers for his 9-month-old son, LaOne, whom he shares with Ana Montana. The NBA star didn’t hesitate to share how things work in their household, making it clear that diaper duty isn’t exactly his go-to assignment.
“Nah, my girl do all that. It’s love, for sure,” LaMelo said, explaining that he and Ana have a “good game plan” when it comes to their parenting responsibilities. He later clarified that he has changed diapers before, but stood firm on his stance, adding, “It’s just not my job.”
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The Comment Section Did NOT Take The Night Off
Naturally, LaMelo’s comments had folks jumping straight into The Shade Room’s comment section to sound off, with some questioning his approach while others defended how he and Ana divide their parenting duties. And chile, the debate has folks wondering whether diaper duty should be a shared responsibility or if every household gets to call its own plays!
One Instagram user @_siexna said, “Idc how much money you make. You’re changing diapers. Are you a FATHER or not? Not my man not my problem tho, yall be safe Bye😭”
This Instagram user @realivepro5 claimed, “Single broke people being triggered about what goes on in a millionaire couples household is comedy”
And, Instagram user @darageez_ added, “Money doesn’t take away from your parental duties…”
Meanwhile, Instagram user @ni.715_ commented, “All the women saying he shouldn’t have to based off his income are birds.”
While Instagram user @kill4sneak shared, “Glad my daughters mom never asked me to change a diaper or even thought about it 😂”
Lastly, Instagram user @jadaashley_ wrote, “Who gives a sh*t it’s THEIR household . . What’s it to you😭”
Last We Heard From Ana Montana, She Was Addressing Her Arrest
Meanwhile, the last time Ana Montana addressed the public, she was asking for grace as she navigated a legal situation that she said was more complicated than some headlines suggested. Following reports of her arrest, the model took to her Instagram Story to thank her supporters, explaining that she was limited in what she could share publicly because the matter was ongoing. She also noted that some of the media coverage “does not reflect the full context or circumstances” of her experience and asked for privacy while the legal process plays out.
Ana also opened up about her longtime struggles with anxiety, sharing that her focus was on her son, LaOne, her family, her faith, and protecting her peace. She added that she remained committed to her nonprofit work supporting women navigating IVF and fertility journeys. Now, her name is back in the conversation as LaMelo Ball shares his thoughts on parenting duties, including his stance on changing their 9-month-old son’s diapers.
