SRG opinion on children is not new and of course I do not see her representing the official BA stance at all. I don't know however whether this helps BA's image?

It would be interesting topic for some study to see employee social media activity and impacts. In my company I have established an initial social media policy, far from perfect I am sure, knowing that people often get all too passionate and defensive own brand/company, which shows great commitment and loyalty but needs to be channeled externally.

Anyway, no harm asking at lounge but be prepared to say thank you and go to Giraffe or buy CE tickets next time! My kids also enjoy lounges and behave as most adults do, in fact I don't think they have ever not been in a lounge at an airport.