Elderly woman stopped a couple with their toddler at a stadium — her words made them wish she were their baby in another life
An unexpected compliment about how a child is being raised can reassure parents that their efforts are leaving a visible mark. A couple was at a stadium with their son, enjoying a sports match. As they were about to leave, the mother was stopped by an elderly woman seated behind them. What the woman said touched her deeply, and the mother's response, wishing the elderly woman were her baby in another life, has won hearts online. The mom, Mami Crissy's (@reneecrissy) TikTok video posted on December 6, 2025, is a sign of how good parenting plays a huge role in a person's life.
TikTok couple, Mami Crissy and her husband, had visited a stadium to watch a game with their little son. As they were about to leave, they were stopped by an elderly woman who sat behind them. She grabbed the mother's hand and said something that melted their hearts. "When I come back in another life, I hope you guys are my parents." It was a compliment filled with pain and joy. But the mother's immediate response was just as touching. She said, "I hope you're my baby too." Crissy shared the video, which featured her husband and their son laughing together while watching at the stadium, dressed in green. The caption of the clip read, "Kind words from sweet strangers. Thank you, world."
A 2026 study authored by Patricia A Thomas et al. noted that early parental affection is associated with stronger social relationships in adulthood and better cognitive functioning in later life. The study highlighted that early-life parental affection is said to have a long-term impact, and it is important for a child to experience care from parents for a healthier adulthood.
The elderly woman may have observed the family from behind, watching a couple shower their son with love and care while creating a safe and nurturing environment. The woman, unfortunately, may not have had the opportunity to experience positive parenting in her childhood, which is reflected in her yearning for something similar in her next life. However, Crissy's response may have offered her a moment of comfort.
Crissy's story reminds us of a Reddit thread where adults shared simple things their parents did that made a positive impact in their childhood. Many users praised their parents for showing up consistently during school events and being attentive about their interests and hobbies. Others appreciated their parents for expressing love through creative gestures such as writing notes and parent-child outings. One user recalled their parents turning down a promotion and adjusting their work schedule to spend more time together. These memories inspired them to become better parents and better humans growing up.
The video gained many views online, with users coming forward to express their opinions. @Tor wrote, "This absolutely shattered me. This is the ultimate compliment, wow." @aaxva.1 commented, "She probably needed someone like you guys, and I pray she finds that in her next life, and I pray you get blessed with another beautiful baby to love and cherish. I see the love, and it's beautiful." @JessicaPhelps shared, "No one would be able to give me a higher compliment than that."