6-year-old girl has the most adorable reaction to learning she doesn't have to have a husband

Children are often introduced to the societal notion that finding the right companion is essential to a fulfilling life. This perspective, reinforced by pop culture, movies and literature, can discourage independent decision-making from an early age. However, one mother chose a different approach when her 6-year-old daughter asked a question about her potential future partner. Brittney—known as @bgreenish on TikTok—shared a snippet of the heartfelt exchange she recently had with her curious daughter, offering a glimpse into a more modern approach to parenting.

The widely shared video captured the mother giving an honest response to her child’s question about having a partner in adulthood. Brittney recorded her 6-year-old daughter casually asking, “Do you have to have a husband?” during what appeared to be a casual discussion in their living room. Instead of dismissing the question or brushing it aside, the mother seized the moment to engage in a meaningful and thoughtful conversation.

Brittney recognized her daughter's curiosity and responded with a straightforward yet impactful reply, saying, "Nope." Her 6-year-old's delighted grin at the revelation—that having a husband is a choice—captured social media's attention. The brief, heartfelt exchange, filmed during a movie night, garnered over 10 million views and 2 million likes. Among the countless reactions, @marybellewho remarked, “This makes me thank all the women hundreds of years before us who fought for this right.”

“I love the way she smiled after getting that answer. Baby Girl has a mission and she don’t want boys in the way. You’re doing great, Mom,” @thegreenrose147_ lauded. Adding to it, @getmonee commented, “And, that’s when she knew she would live happily ever after.” Others praised the 34-year-old mom for fostering independence by encouraging her child to make her own life decisions. The duo had been watching a movie when a kissing scene sparked the young girl's curiosity about future relationships. “I was watching a movie with a kissing scene, which led to a silly conversation about what age you're allowed to kiss,” Brittney later told Newsweek.

“This is why I started recording. Age 40 was her answer!” Brittney added, emphasizing the importance of having open-minded conversations with children. “I laughed immediately, and the conversation didn't really go further than that. As a mother, I only want my children to be happy. I never want them growing up feeling like they have to fulfill any type of role," she shared. She also explained her approach to parenting, viewing herself as her daughter's lifelong support system. “I am here to guide and support them to the best of my ability, but ultimately, whatever life they choose is up to them. The sky is the limit,” Brittney concluded.

You can follow Brittney (@bgreenish) on TikTok for more parenting and wholesome content.