A mom of three is going viral after posting a warning about the Jabberin’Jack pumpkin, a $39.99 motion-sensor Halloween decoration from Mindscope Products. The 12-inch animated pumpkin lights up and sings when someone walks by, but according to her video, the song includes lyrics like“I have a kiss for you”and“I’ll fill you full of fright.”She told viewers to skip buying it for their kids, calling it the most X-rated thing ever.
The video has pulled in over 1.3 million views, and the comment section didn’t hold back, with people labeling the decoration a“grooming pumpkin.”Mindscope Products has not responded to a request for comment. The backlash lands in the middle of a bigger trend of parent-led product controversies, following recent scrutiny of Old Navy’s back-to-school clothing and Lele&Co’s Easter dress.
If you’re planning your Halloween setup, this is your reminder to hit the demo button before you check out. Motion-activated decor is everywhere this season, and not every cute pumpkin is singing something family-friendly.
Would you still buy the Jabberin’Jack pumpkin, or is this one staying on the shelf?
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