^Yeah, but if the parents are going to get so worked up over some tactless moronic comment that a relative made when the kids is only a baby and can’t talk or show emotion…then how bad will it be when the kid is older and develops feelings (that can get hurt)…and sees that parents give in to every criticism.
I understand the idea of being the “bigger person” and showing patience to people who make idiotic comments. But I’ve also seen that if you put a person in their place (even nicely)…it may stop them. Sometimes when a kid sees their parent all quiet in the face of insults…the kid may think that the parent supports the views of those who are criticizing. The parents’ behavior may be seen as passive participation by the child. And I’ve seen it happen.
It can all snowball and have some devastating effects if it’s not checked.