Mama LuLu on parents not being invited to their children's wedding: 'Understand the situation'
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Mama Lulu also reminds parents: 'Bigyan natin sila ng freedom.'
Internet's Pinay mom Lulu Balgos, better known as Mama Lulu, shared her thoughts on the ongoing discussion about children choosing not to invite their parents to their weddings.
In a short video, Mama Lulu candidly expressed her perspective as a parent, emphasizing the importance of allowing children to make their own life decisions.
"Basta lumaki na aking mga anak, bigyan na natin sila ng sarili nilang desisyon sa buhay. Hindi tayo puwedeng palagi na lang na nakasunod sa kanila o nakasansala ka sa bawat desisyon ng anak mo," she stated.
"Dahil aalahanin n'yo, ang anak natin may sarili rin isip. Kagaya rin natin 'yan. Kaya bigyan natin sila ng freedom. Gagawa na sila ng sariling buhay nila. Kailangan open-minded kayo."
The content creator noted it depends on the family's situation, with some parents having no valid reason to interfere with their children's decision to get married.
She added that if inviting parents could lead to conflict in what is supposed to be a joyful celebration, she understands why some couples might choose not to do so.
"Kung ikaw ay ikakasal, gusto mo na panibagong buhay na 'yan e. Gusto mo ng peaceful. Ayon sa magiging daan mo. So in the future, kung gusto nilang magbati, magkaayos, e 'di maganda iyon. For the meantime, 'yung kasal nila, gusto nila kanila lang. Tahimik," Mama Lulu added.
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The social media personality also acknowledged couples who prefer to keep their weddings simple or elope altogether, recalling her own family's experience.
According to Mama Lulu, her eldest son got married abroad while her husband was in the Philippines and she was in the United States. Neither parent was able to attend the civil or church wedding.
Despite missing the occasion, Mama Lulu said she was happy to see her son build a successful marriage and find time to reunite.
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"Understand the situation. Pinalaki natin ang ating mga anak para magkaroon ng sariling isip, desisyon, (at) buhay," she noted.
Mama Lulu ended the video with a reminder for fellow parents.
" Sa mga magulang naman, ang advice ko, minsan masyadong mataas ang pride natin dahil magulang tayo. Isipin natin, may mga mali rin tayong ginawa. Understanding is the best. At hindi porke't matanda tayo, hindi tayo maaaring magkamali. Period."
Mama Lulu is widely known for her humorous videos featuring her playful banter with her children. Besides her hilarious clips, she also gained praise and followers for her inspiring stories and vocal opinions.
In October 2025, Mama Lulu returned to the Philippines for the first time in 18 years, documenting her family's adventures as they explored different destinations across the country.
Take a look at Mama Lulu and her family's balikbayan adventure in this gallery:
