Air travel can be particularly challenging for pregnant women, as Sydney Rae Bass recently discovered during a flight with her two young daughters. Sydney, who is five months pregnant and considered high-risk, faced an uncomfortable situation when a flight attendant asked her to clean up the mess made by her children on the plane.
Humiliation on the Plane
In an Instagram story, Jessie James Decker, Sydney’s sister, detailed the incident that left Sydney feeling humiliated. According to Jessie, the flight attendant handed Sydney a garbage bag and a wet wipe, instructing her to clean up spilled popcorn in the aisle. Sydney, visibly distressed and on her hands and knees, cleaned up the mess while her children watched. The popcorn, provided by the airline, raised questions about why it was served if it was considered a safety hazard.
Public Reaction and Airline Response
The incident prompted a strong reaction from both Sydney’s family and the public. Anthony Bass, Sydney’s husband and a pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays, voiced his frustration on Twitter. He criticized the flight attendant’s decision to make his pregnant wife, who was traveling alone with their young children, clean up the mess. Many fans supported Anthony, expressing disbelief over the situation given Sydney’s condition.
While some argued that it was Sydney’s responsibility to clean up after her children, others believed that the airline should have handled it, especially considering her pregnancy. The incident sparked a broader discussion on social media, with Chrissy Teigen also commenting on the matter.
Looking Ahead
Despite the ordeal, Sydney and Anthony are focusing on their growing family, with the arrival of their third child, a boy, expected this summer. The couple is working towards a resolution with the airline, highlighting the need for empathy and understanding in air travel.
Airlines should prioritize the comfort and well-being of all passengers, particularly those who are pregnant or traveling with young children. This incident underscores the importance of compassion and appropriate service in the travel industry.
