The problem with Teyla and the baby (as compared to Katie and the baby) is that Teyla's background would suggest a more hands-on approach to parenting than most parents in the Western world take.
And if she doesn't take a hands-on approach, or they decide to cast her as an 'unmaternal' type, then people bring out the heavy judgements on the moral fortitude of the character. Because a woman can only be defined by her biological capability. Especially when she has boobs and doesn't cover them up. (OMG!)
Plus, Katie is a minor character in the show, so all that would be needed is references to the child - Rodney wouldn't be expected to be on hand for everything: a more traditional male/female parenting role could be presumed. As a major character, Teyla doesn't have that leeway.
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And if she doesn't take a hands-on approach, or they decide to cast her as an 'unmaternal' type, then people bring out the heavy judgements on the moral fortitude of the character. Because a woman can only be defined by her biological capability. Especially when she has boobs and doesn't cover them up. (OMG!)
Plus, Katie is a minor character in the show, so all that would be needed is references to the child - Rodney wouldn't be expected to be on hand for everything: a more traditional male/female parenting role could be presumed. As a major character, Teyla doesn't have that leeway.
So...it's worrying.