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What Woman in Store Says About Toddler’s Hair Leaves Mom Speechless

What Woman in Store Says About Toddler’s Hair Leaves Mom Speechless

Summary

Lauryn Galloway, a mother from Kansas City, shared an interaction that left her surprised when a stranger commented on her son's red hair. The stranger assumed the child inherited the hair color from his father, even though Galloway has the same red hair. This story, shared on TikTok, received significant attention and resonated with others who have had similar experiences.

Key Facts

  • Lauryn Galloway lives in Kansas City, Missouri, with her husband and son, Braxton, who has bright red hair.
  • During a shopping trip, a stranger complimented Braxton's hair and assumed he got it from his father.
  • Galloway also has red hair, similar to her son's, which led to her being speechless at the stranger's comment.
  • She shared the story on TikTok, where it went viral with close to 2 million views.
  • Many TikTok commenters related to her story, sharing similar experiences involving assumptions about family resemblances.
  • Red hair is rare, with only 1 to 2 percent of the world's population having it, and it's a recessive genetic trait.

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