The authenticity of the reality TV show sMothered has been a subject of speculation among viewers. The close relationships and sometimes excessive behaviors exhibited by the mother-daughter duos on the show have led some to question how much of it is staged or scripted. Activities like bathing each other, shaving one another, and other intimate moments have raised eyebrows.
One particular incident that garnered attention was Mary and Brittani getting colonics together, which received criticism from viewers. Another duo, Cher and Dawn, faced questions about who would be the mother when Cher became pregnant. Additionally, there was an episode where Lauren was inseminated by her mother, leaving many viewers skeptical about the authenticity of the show.
A Reddit thread was started to discuss these concerns, with the original poster expressing their belief that the show appears staged due to odd situations and obvious acting. They acknowledged that most reality shows involve some level of staging, but found it particularly noticeable in sMothered. They wondered if other fans shared the same perception.
Responses from fellow Redditors varied, with some asserting that the entire show is scripted and that the producers struggle to find compelling content from the cast. Others mentioned that even in earlier seasons, the staged nature of the show was glaringly obvious. It was pointed out that Cher, one of the participants, had appeared on Fox News as a relationship expert, which led some to question the authenticity of her role on sMothered.
While there is no concrete evidence to prove that sMothered is staged or that production manipulates situations, some viewers believe that clever editing and the cast’s awareness of their roles play a significant part. It is possible that the participants understand the nature of reality TV and are playing up certain behaviors for the cameras in order to secure their positions on the show and maintain their popularity with the audience. Despite the show’s controversial and often chaotic nature, it continues to attract viewers, as it is currently in its fifth season.