Helen Flanagan was cruelly shamed as a mother after revealing where she bought her children’s school shoes on Tuesday.
The former Coronation Street star, 33, shared a sweet picture of herself and her two daughters on Instagram, unaware it later drew backlash.
She wrote, “For the first time I’m actually ready for back to school.” I wish I actually looked that calm and fit for the school run x
“I bought my girls the perfect back to school shoes from @schuh which they both love.” (Can’t stand how cute Delilah looks in pic 3. Why isn’t she going to reception school and first grade)?
“I always buy my children’s shoes from @schuh #wewearschuh #AD.”
Cruel: Helen Flanagan was mortified when she revealed on Tuesday where she bought her children’s school shoes
Ashamed of mum: The former Coronation Street star, 33, shared a sweet picture of herself and her two daughters on Instagram, unaware it later drew backlash
Their daughters Delilah, five, and Matilda, eight, looked chic as they stood in their uniforms and prepared to return to their new school years.
However, the mum-shamers couldn’t resist trolling when they saw she spent £149 on school sneakers.
Matilda’s shoes are from Dr. Martens and are available in-store for £119, while Delilah wore a pair of black New Balance PE trainers for £30.
Critics wrote: “You’re organized because it’s gifted”
“It helps to get a uniform for advertising”
“You don’t pay for #AD, you get more than the shoes.”
“Using your kids to literally scold you, absolutely shameless behavior.” No doubt to pay for even more lip fillers or other nonsense to keep you striving to be someone.”
While some chose to take a negative approach, Helen’s fans were smitten with her comments to support the actress.
Back to school: Matilda’s shoes are from Dr. Martens and are available in-store for £119, while Delilah donned a pair of black New Balance PE trainers for £30
Backlash: Mum-shamers couldn’t resist trolling when they saw she spent £149 on school sneakers
Dissatisfied: Critics were quick to comment on Helen’s contribution, shaming her for her overpriced choice of school shoes
Fans wrote: “Everyone has to make a living… But maybe Helen is really happy with this type of shoes and wants to share them with her fans… Please don’t forget that Helen is a longtime child actress who has worked hard in her career for her.” to where she is now…
“A professional actress is all glamorous at times (normal) And like any other professional actress, she’s also a mother and a mother… She adores and loves her children… (she always puts her children first).
“Please don’t leave negative comments when we have no idea what people are really going through in their lives…Never judge a book by its cover.”
“From the bottom of my heart, I love her so much.”
‘lovable’
“They are both so cute, I can’t get any taller than Matilda now xxx”
It comes after the “I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here” star was once again the target of mother-shaming in her Instagram post in July after she shared some salacious photos.
She posed in her bra and large glasses while sipping on a hot drink for the photo session.
Pros: While some chose to take a negative approach, Helen’s fans were delighted with her comments to support the actress
Trolls: Helen became the target of mother shaming again after she shared some lewd photos
Family: Helen shares Matilda, Delilah and Charlie two whom she shares with her ex-fiancé Scott Sinclair
She wore gray pajamas for the shoot, but left the top open to show off her toned abs and large cleavage.
However, the mother-of-three was hit with a spate of negative comments. Many criticized her for flaunting her body as a mother, while others said she was seeking “attention”.
One said: “Why do you always post pics of your boobs you’re a mom?”
While another agreed, writing: “Show your kids some respect for goodness sake.”
Helen shares two Matilda, Delilah, and Charlie, who she shares with her ex-fiancé, Scott Sinclair.