If you ever thought about faking a pregnancy, FakeABaby.com claims to be the go-to source for the “most entertaining gag gifts on the planet.” Their standout product? A “$9.95 Fake Ultrasound.” The website also features items like artificial prosthetic bellies, phony proof of pregnancy documents, and a curious item they dub “fake pregnant breasts.” Yes, this is indeed real.
While the term “gag gift” typically evokes a lighthearted chuckle, a $300 prosthetic belly seems like a hefty price for a prank. In fact, for some in Michigan, the situation took a serious turn when a young girl deceived her community by pretending to be pregnant with triplets using products from FakeABaby.com.
Consider the rather grim “gag gifts” available on this site: a fake proof of pregnancy document? Quite the knee-slapper, if you can call it that. According to reports, once her supposed pregnancy became the talk of the town on Facebook — particularly in a group called “Moms of Triplets” — gifts began to flood in, and even a local church and a nonprofit organization got involved.
Her 16-year-old boyfriend, completely convinced he was soon to be a father, remarked, “I started looking for jobs the best I could.” As the web of lies began to unravel, his mother’s attempt to contact the girl’s doctor led to the shocking realization that there was no doctor. Adding to the absurdity, she had claimed to be pregnant for 10 months without a baby in sight. Ultimately, her ruse was exposed when a member of the Facebook group recognized the fake ultrasound image. While local authorities are investigating, no criminal charges have emerged as no one has yet reported fraud.
Interestingly, this isn’t the first time FakeABaby.com has made headlines. Back in 2013, a correctional officer faced abuse charges after discovering his girlfriend’s pregnancy was fabricated using an ultrasound from the site. However, the judge dismissed the case, deeming the victim unreliable as a witness.
In light of recent events, the site’s creator issued a statement defending the website: “I want to stress that this website is clearly intended for ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY…. We do not endorse any activities, real or imagined, beyond using our products for fun! Think of them as gag gifts meant to bring laughter and joy to your friends and family.” Really? Because a fake ultrasound and bogus pregnancy document seem to have an odd way of spreading joy.
Despite the controversy, if there’s demand for these products, the site will likely continue to thrive. But honestly, it’s hard to fathom the appeal.
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In summary, while FakeABaby.com might seem like a quirky source for gag gifts, the implications of its products can be far-reaching and even harmful. It’s essential to approach such topics with sensitivity and awareness.
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