What happens when streaming obsession crosses into family life? We just found out.

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It’s not news that streamers sometimes blur the line between work and life. But this one left me raising my eyebrows.

A Reddit post recently called out Scott Leonard—a streamer who’s carving out a name for himself, but not the way you’d hope. The accusation? Scott won’t change his own kid’s diapers unless viewers on his live stream donate money. You read that right.

Streaming ≠ Parenting

Let’s be real: balancing online content and family isn’t easy. But most would agree basic parenting comes first.

Scott's girlfriend apparently just had a baby. According to the post, Scott flat-out refuses to help with diaper changes unless his chat coughs up donations. He’s live, money’s on the line, and everyday child care has become just another on-stream “stretch goal.”

Chasing Clout—or Just Neglect?

It’d be one thing if this was a joke or a one-off bit for the camera. But reports say this is how Scott runs things now.

• Diaper needs changing? Sorry, gotta hit that donation ticker.
• Partner asks for help? Stream comes first—unless the chat pays up.

It sounds harsh. Because it kind of is.

Where’s the Line?

I get it: streaming is demanding and unpredictable. Your audience asks for wild stuff and the pressure to entertain never stops. But holding your own baby’s care for ransom, just to trigger donations? That crosses a line.

Some moments should stay off camera. Especially moments like this. If you’re a parent, those basics—feeding, cleaning, soothing—are the job. Not content.

Why Does This Happen?

Money and “clout” are powerful motivators. Sometimes too powerful. Streaming is a grind, and not everyone sets healthy boundaries. It can be easy to forget real life when you’re chasing that next viral moment or sub goal.

But there’s nothing entertaining about a new parent refusing to step away from the camera to help his family—unless his viewers pay him.

The Bottom Line

This story isn’t just about Scott Leonard. It’s a look at what happens when you put the hustle above your home life, and the audience above your own responsibilities. Is it worth it? At some point, the answer should be no.

Want to see for yourself? Here's the Reddit post that kicked up this discussion.

What does this say about influencer culture? Maybe that it’s time streamers put family before fame.