Kourtney Kardashian Is ‘Heartbroken’ Over Son’s Decision Not To Live With Her After Being Accused Of ‘Neglecting’ Her Older Children

“Mason [doesn’t want] to come,” Kardashian said during a memorable episode from her family's reality show “He’s a teenager and he wants to be with his friends and his dad.” She also confessed to being “really sad” over Mason's choice, but stressed that she wanted to “make the most” of their trip.

“People have told her it’s just a natural part of life and that Mason will come back to her once he establishes his own identity, but it’s still painful,” the insider went on while spilling the tea to Life & Style. “Kourtney’s doing her best to accept that Mason would rather be with Scott right now. She says it’s because he’s a teenage boy who needs his dad, but it’s not easy.”

As reported by the anonymous tipster, the friction between Disick and Barker has negatively impacted all the children involved. Prior to Kardashian's romantic involvement with the musician, she and Disick maintained a close relationship while coparenting. However, the drummer's arrival seemingly altered this dynamic, the source said. 

“Of course, the kids hoped Kourtney and Scott would eventually get back together,” the insider dished. “It’s been incredibly hard for them to understand that Kourtney wasn’t going to end up with their dad.” Currently, the insider revealed that Kardashian is not pressuring her eldest son to increase the time he spends with her. “She doesn’t want to let Mason go, but she’s trying to respect his wishes and not smother him,” the insider said.

According to the outlet, Mason has chosen to remain out of the limelight in recent years, unlike his younger siblings who appear on The Kardashians. He was noticeably absent from any footage of Kardashian and Barker's highly publicized wedding in Italy. However, paparazzi photos did confirm his presence at the event.

This all follows accusations against Kardashian of "neglecting" her older children and causing them "discomfort" by openly making out with Barker in their presence. A viral TikTok from earlier this winter captured Kardashian, Barker, and her daughter Penelope walking in front of a crowd at Barker's concert. Midway through, Kardashian and Barker began kissing passionately, seeming to make Penelope uneasy.