A father ignited an online debate after he spent 45 minutes cradling his daughter’s head so she could sleep during a flight.

Now, it’s worth noting our perspective that this gesture appears to be nothing short of a father fulfilling his paternal duties. The post was aptly tagged as a “wholesome moment,” yet some Redditors held differing views.

Incredulously, the father faced criticism for his actions, with some suggesting he could have handled the situation better.

The post swiftly went viral, amassing around 60,000 upvotes and eliciting thousands of comments, including responses like:

“I feel like… I feel like there’s a better way.”

“Do you not have your towel? A towel is the most important thing you can carry.”

“Shows a distinct lack of creative problem-solving. 45 min you say and couldn’t think of a practical solution. Huh!”

“Seriously. Roll up a hoodie jacket and bam! Insta-pillow. Or here’s a crazy thought: ask a flight attendant for a blanket and pillow.”

However, others expressed sympathy towards the father and appreciated his heartfelt gesture — a sentiment with which we wholeheartedly agree!

But what’s your take? Did you perceive any issue with the father acting as a makeshift pillow for his daughter during the flight? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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