When culture, co-Parenting and a child’s health intersect
Comedian Kendrick Mulamwah shared a reassuring update about his young son, offering relief to many after days of public concern following emotional posts by his former partner, Ruth K.
Earlier, Ruth K had taken to social media to describe what she called one of the most challenging moments of her life as a mother. She revealed that their child had reportedly cried continuously for several days, refusing to eat or sleep, despite multiple hospital visits that showed no underlying medical condition.
“This has been the toughest season of my life, and 2026 began with the same mood,” she shared, expressing the emotional toll of watching her child struggle.
A day later, Mulamwah posted a video showing a calm and playful moment with his son after reuniting with him. According to the comedian, the child had eaten well, stopped crying, and was resting comfortably at home an update that sparked renewed discussion online.
Ruth K later confirmed the improvement, sharing that the child was finally able to eat and appeared more settled. “Calvo is now okay. I hear he has eaten ugali misheveve after fasting the whole week. I hope he is at peace now and will sleep peacefully,” she wrote.
The former couple’s highly publicised breakup in 2025 had previously drawn criticism, with many expressing concern about the emotional impact such public disputes can have on children. As this latest update circulated, conversations emerged around co-parenting, emotional security, and the importance of both parents’ presence in a child’s life.
Some public figures and online users offered cultural interpretations, while others urged caution against speculation. Comedian Eddie Butita encouraged calm and sensitivity, noting that different communities may interpret childhood distress through cultural lenses, but emphasised the need for understanding rather than blame.
“In Luhya culture, there is something we take seriously, bloodline, which affects a male child. What happens is that maybe the parents had separated. The ancestors, once in a while, need assurance that their bloodline is present, that whoever is tasked to continue the bloodline is around,” he explained, urging calm and cultural sensitivity.
Many voices, however, agreed on one point: the child’s well-being should remain the priority. Parents and caregivers online encouraged unity, prayer, emotional support, and private resolution rather than public exchanges.
Parenting experts often note that young children can experience distress due to emotional transitions, separation anxiety, or changes in routine, especially in high-conflict or highly publicised family situations. Such moments can be overwhelming for caregivers and are best navigated with support, compassion, and cooperation.
As the family moves forward, many hope both parents will continue to prioritise their child’s emotional and physical health, away from the pressures of public scrutiny.
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