Trigger warning this article briefly mentions sexual abuse and self-harm.

If you spend any time on social media, you’ve probably seen it: influencers and parents proudly declaring themselves as That Mum or That Parent, you know, the ones who fire off angry emails, challenge every school policy, and make life difficult for teachers. 

It’s framed as advocacy, but from a teacher’s perspective, it often feels more like intimidation. As an educator with over 15 years of experience, I’ve worked wi…