Would you enter your child in a casting call contest online? Why or why not?

If my child made the decision on his own to want to be in the contest and fully understood the process and the chances, then yes, we would *maybe* give it a shot (I say maybe because there are still financial obligations that the contest sponsors do not pay for and the winners are responsible for - so just being able to afford it if my child did win would be something to think about). Otherwise, no. Personally, I do not feel like an infant, toddler or child could gain anything from trying out in a contest where their only prizes are entertainment/vacations, gift cards and being in a photoshoot for having a cute face.In my opinion, I do not feel like a child should be put into a contest without them knowing or understanding it, only to win and have to fly here and there.

For a child, it is most likely exhausting. I do not think it is worth doing on my own terms. There are plenty of more experiences my child could go through that could be rewarding and educating.

I do not want to put my child in a situation just to say that he was able to experience it.

I think I would do it, but I would definitely do my research first. There are a lot of perverted people out there and you can't trust a lot of online sources. Better safe then sorry.

Yes, I would. In fact I'm going to check out your page now because GapKids rock. My daughter's turning into a diva at 5 and maybe I could get some free Gap gear for her ;) Now, those beauty pageants are a different story.

That's just creepy to me.

Yes I would because its a win win situation for both my child and me. It would be a great life experience for my child and an opportunity that could be my child's future. Basically you have nothing to lose.

If your child get selected your child will not have to struggle. If not there is always a chance for my child to try again or complete school and make something of his/her life.

I wouldn't, I really can't put my finger on a major detourant. I think that at best it would result in my child being put in a limelight and getting some financial gains but I feel it is my job to provide what they need so it seems unneccessary and somewhat exploitive to me. I don't want money made off my kids.

It would be a great experience for him/her. And if he/she wants it too, why would I deprive such great moment from him/her? But of course, before joining, we should have an agreement: 1.

Win or lose, it'll be okay... we're just after the experience after all. 2. If he/she's studying, school will always come first.

When I was a child, I'm always the type who wants to show-off my talent to anyone else and I'm so happy when my parents appreciate what I'm doing... that's why if my child would be the same as me when I was younger, I'd also support him/her on the things he/she likes especially it would do great for my child.

I would, depending on my child's age and proclivity to enjoy the experience. If my child was easygoing, loved people, loved the camera and seemed like he would enjoy the experience, I would absolutely sign him up. If he was shy, reserved or not likely to enjoy it, I wouldn't.

I would also be far more likely to take my child to an open call the younger he or she is. A baby doesn't know a thing about body image or people judging her appearance. I would certainly think twice before allowing a teenager or even a school-age child to participate.

I don't think it's the kind of activity a child should miss school for. Furthermore, if modeling is a thing a child can do to make or win money, I'd say go for it. College is so expensive, and scholarships so competetive, any way to make college money sounds great to me.

Oh, and of course I'd do my research and make sure it is a legitimate company or agency.

Personally, I cannot fathom getting into this with any of my four children, even if they were still in the right age bracket. While some people seem to develop into reasonable adults when they have a background with a stage mother behind them, it seems that more of the children who are pushed into such endeavors seem to run into more mental health, drug abuse, and legal issues than their peers as they age. Frankly, I don't know how much can be attributed to being in the spotlight, and how much can be attributed to peaking early in life.

Looking at other children who also share the same maladies, I wonder how much is just due to being taught that the world revolves around them. Too much attention oft times leads to narcissistic brats! I also do not live in a region that modeling is a realistic option, so it really would be less appealing to prepare for if it really is a one shot deal.

I don't see why not. As long as the conditions are good. This post reminds me of a segment from the Jamie Kennedy Experiment.

He pitches a fake show to parents called Child Island where they have their kids try to survive on their own on an island. Pretty funny. youtube.com/watch?v=tZhgWA78jYM.

No. It's hard enough to grow up without growing up behind the spotlight. Now, if my child came to me him or herself and had a plan and they WANTED to enter, then I'd consider it, as long as things like school work and chores around the house were good.

If the child is centered, has a good head on their shoulders, and they can come to me and tell me and can tell me the reasons why they want to do it, I would at least consider it. Children are children, but they are also little developing people... I believe in letting children follow dreams and supporting them in that (My parents never encouraged my dream of being a writer, so I was 33 years old before I ever began living my dream -- so much time lost because I didn't believe in myself! ).

But at the same time, it's a parent's responsibility to help protect their children and keep them from being hurt/damaged too much while still young too. I guess it would really depend, then, on the child and their desires. I would never make my child do it though, just for MY glory.

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