This article was originally published on ParentMood
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Here is an underappreciated genius. He has achieved the genius level of parenting after having three kids. The Origin of Species comes second to this genius father. But we have a feeling that drawing him will keep them occupied for about five minutes. Then they will be peeling back his eyelids to make him pay attention to him again. We do hope that the poor father got some sleep before one of the kids started shouting, “daddy! Look at my drawing!”
And is that first kid wearing his clothes backward? Maybe he wore them when the father went for a quick nap.
There's No Point Arguing With That
Oh, this is so true. We find it so annoying when people say, "you knew what you were getting into when you had children." It is because everyone's experience of having children is different, and we all know being a parent is not exactly a walk in the park. Just like life, being a parent is full of ups and downs, good and challenging times. Perhaps that is what makes parenthood so unique.
And we believe that no person can fully understand what life will be with children before they have children.
That Sums Up Parenting Pretty Accurately
This Jessica looks so Young for her age, doesn't she? Maybe she had a facelift recently. Honestly, we cannot stop laughing because this meme highlights every little aspect of parenting. Sure, parenting is tough, but that optimistic attitude has to be there, and our Jessica here shows us how to remain positive. After all, raising a ‘bundle of joy’ is more like raising a ‘bundle of work.’ So, parenting is a bag of every emotion out there.
And is it just us, or this poor Jessica really needs a drink? We want to give her a little comfy blanket and a strong drink.
Dear Mother-in-Law
Some women are fortunate enough to have supportive mothers-in-law. Other women, on the other hand, are not so blessed. And as a result of the stress and frustration, some of the coolest mother-in-law memes are created, such as this one. Someone articulated her displeasure with this hilarious meme, and we can't stop laughing. We’re pretty sure a lot of our female readers can relate to this, and those who can’t are super blessed to have caring and supportive mothers-in-law.
So if your mother-in-law has been interfering a bit too much and constantly nagging about how you raise your kids, try sending her this meme.
Kids Are Liquid
If anyone is wondering how someone so small takes up an entire double bed or king-size bed, they need to raise a kid or a cat. Seriously, kids and cats are like liquid. No matter how big of a bed you get, the baby is going to make sure you don't get enough space or sleep. That's why parents hate it when someone asks if the baby is sleeping through the night.
And if they are not taking up bed space, they do everything in their power to make sure nobody gets a good night's rest.
Rule #1: Always Use The Inner Demon Voice
When kids ask, "why are you always yelling at us?" Just tell them, "Because you guys never listen to the first thousand times when I use my normal voice.” Some kids just need a loud noise to snap them out of whatever they're doing. Some require a gentle hand on the shoulder. Some are always paying attention to everything and you can just say their name. Kids are just as diverse as adults are.
We get this meme because sometimes you have to yell to get through all the other stuff that's overwhelming the kid in order to calm them down.
Better Get That Checked
Oh boy, we knew babies were loud, but this is some next-level loud. So it won't be wrong to say that some babies cry louder than a fire alarm. And we don't think there is a need to mention that babies cry A LOT! Besides causing temporary hearing loss, a baby crying for more than 30 minutes can also cause insanity. Most parents out there will agree with us on that.
It would be best if parents start wearing earplugs in the house. If they don’t do anything about it, they might lose hearing permanently.
A Double-Edged Sword
Parents spend the first two years of their life teaching their children to walk the talk and then they spend the next 2 years teaching them to sit down and shut up. Being a sarcastic parent doesn't help since you get to a point where your words could become a trap. The truth is that you never know how weird you are until you have a kid who acts just like you.
And hey, if any of our readers think sarcasm is an inherited trait, they could consider adopting a kid.
It Could Not Be More True
Yep, this is 200% true. They need their favorite toys, their new magazine, and that pebble they once found on the way to school. It won't be wrong to say that kids are like crows. They like shiny things! They will take those things wherever they go and would throw temper tantrums if the parent makes the HUGE mistake of telling them it is impossible to take all the things to grandma’s home.
The best rule should be to tell the kid not to take any toys outside the house or bring toys into the house.
The Story of Every Parent
The kids have this never-ending energy in them that prevents them from sleeping. As adults, we desperately need this energy, but we never get it. We think that kids are always energized because they drain the parents' energy and recharge themselves. That makes a lot of sense because they become more active after seeing their parents feel thoroughly exhausted. The truth is that the precious little monsters feed on their parents’ energy.
They are like Dementors from Harry Potter. They drain parents' energy and deprive their minds of intelligence and happiness. We are being too harsh here; children are little bundles of joy.
Kid: 1 - Mom: 0
Oh boy, this is too funny. But if F stands for failed, what does M stands for then? Mediocre? Perhaps it stands for MEH. Or who knows maybe it stands for Meets Proficiency. Well, the mother should have replied, "If I had failed, then you wouldn't have existed." We are 100% sure the father had a good laugh and probably told every living soul about it. He must have felt so proud at that moment
Legend has it the kid was never found after saying all that to his mother. Or maybe mom killed dad for laughing too much.
When The Reality Hits You
If the kid believes that he/she is going to stay with parents forever, let him/her believe that...for now. We repeat, make that kid believe it Just For Now. Some parents have to take extreme measures to make their kids move out when they enter adulthood, such as a national law to move out of parents' house at 18. But that is not the case everywhere. On the other hand, some parents don't want their kids to move out.
Hey, we fully support whatever parents and kids think is good for them. If staying with parents works well for them, what is wrong with that, right?
Mom? Mooooooooommmmm???
Yup, this happens every time. Everyone in the picture seems worried. The dog probably fears that if she disappears, it will have to raise the kids. The one cat near the door probably thinks she has to kill everyone to rule the entire home and the other two cats are worried about finding new hooman slaves. The kid doesn’t know what is happening and just wants her mommy back.
In short, everyone in the picture is saying, "We will starve without your attention, please notice us." And at least there is too little space between the door and the floor for tiny paws or hands.
Oh Yes, Every Time
Well, the long awkward silence is usually broken only by, "Wanna stop for coffee?" and ends up with an apology from both sides. This awkward silence presents the perfect opportunity to take some deep breaths, apologize to each other in front of the kids, and teach them that real, healthy relationships include disagreements, reconciliation, and love. Resilience is built, not by successfully avoiding all problems, but by making mistakes and then recovering from them.
Interestingly, the little fights are always over something so stupid. As long as you all love each other, it's all good!
Enjoying Little Moments
Ah, time to take a deep breath and exhale. This meme beautifully explains why people with children are happy to stay at work. Hey, we are just kidding; parents love their kids and love to spend time with them. We agree these little moments are like a carnival cruise, but you can still hear them yelling through the windows. They make sure of that, and parents can easily relate to this meme.
One piece of advice: that is the right time to take a couple of circles around the car, see if the tires aren't flat, check any new bumps, maybe change some oil, maybe even wash the entire car while you are there, let the kids rest inside and just don't forget to lock the doors.
Wow, What A Coincidence
This is similar to a kid asking his mother why she has so many gray hairs even though she is just 32 years old. We know the reason behind it, and yet we won't say anything. There is no denying the fact that raising a kid takes a lot of effort, which has an impact on your body and mind. So any parent out there can totally relate to this meme because they've been there or going through the experience.
That being said, being a parent brings a lot of joy too (with an added bonus of sleepless nights and tired mind & body).
At Least The Raptors Are Trained
At the first child, you wash, dry, and iron the clothes. For the second one, you wash and dry. Then you just dry them. With the first kid, you see them eating dirt, panic and think about rushing them to the hospital to have their stomach pumped. With the second, you make them spit the dirt out and try to clean their mouth. With the third one, you watch them eating dirt and wonder whether they'll still need you to make dinner.
Many parents can relate to this meme. Raising multiple kids is like herding cats; they are the same and listen to no one.
Amen To That
Well, all those parents who used to say, "just wait till you have kids" must be laughing at this meme. This meme spoke to the souls of many of our readers because we can't have both: being young + being an adult or the other way around. Why did we want to grow fast when we were kids and now we want those good old days back in our lives?
Why is it that we value things once they are gone? That’s why we feel this meme must have hit the feelings of so many parents.
Most teenagers can feel incredibly targeted by this meme. While most of our parents thought the same, we can understand the feeling of being called "you live worse than pigs." On the other hand, we do understand why parents feel this way. After all, a walk in the child's room is like going to IKEA: you just go to look around, but you have a couple of glasses, towels, and a tray coming out with you.
And has anyone noticed the super relaxed pig? As if he has no worries in the world and doesn’t care what anyone thinks about it.
It is Revenge Time
Hmm, that is fair enough. Instead of helping the kids build the fort, which is a super cool thing, one of the parents wants to take away their happiness. It makes sense since parents know the pain of seeing broken items in the house. Since the kids break all the parents' nice things, they shouldn't have them too. Needless to say, this is constructive thinking at its absolute best.
These parents could have done worse. Something like ordering pizza and sending the kids to bed before it arrives.
That's So Wrong and So Funny
Kids learn a lot from their parents, including the words they say a lot. We have a feeling that this kid's parents drop the f-bomb every now and then. That explains why he said the same thing without any hesitation whatsoever. It is one of those rare instances where the kid doesn't look cute at all. We are just glad to know at least this wasn't the first word that came out of that kid's mouth.
This shows that parents need to be a bit careful dropping the F-bomb around their kids. Seriously, they learn it faster than any other word.
Yes, Yes, Yes, A Thousand Times Yes!
Being a mother is a lovely, tiring, and challenging experience that is well worth it. This meme is easy for all mothers to connect to, and it encourages them to share their experiences. Parents may relate to this meme on a variety of levels, from not having any personal space and not being able to sleep in to accepting the fact that they don't look their best while spending every day at home with small monsters.
Most parents just have a couple of hours where they are not Mom or Dad. So, we feel for them and hope it becomes easier down the road.
The Truth Has Been Spoken
This is 100% true, but we are not complaining. They did their job and now it is time we do our job. The truth is that they’re older and wiser as grandparents, so they finally realize that attention and soft touch is what kids need. Also, they’re more easy-going with everyone. The truth is that parents need to find a balance between disciplining and teaching their children and pampering them.
This is where grandparents are the best. They are free from the shackles of responsibility, which is the beauty of being a fun aunt/uncle.
A Death Stare
In our hearts, our father has a particular place since he taught us how to ride a bike and how to drive as well as teach us how to play catch. He's also likely to be the first person we turn to for guidance on a particular issue because we all know our mother would overreact in the same situation. On the other hand, Dads may give us a look that rips our souls apart. In reality, the majority of fathers use the death stare technique to teach their children a lesson or stop them from doing something.
Moreover, when dads stare with such intensity, it has the power to communicate far more effectively than when they say anything.
That Takes Some Courage
Most parents can relate to this meme because parenting is rough. If any parent out there also admires those who yell at their kids in public, they need to try whisper yelling (sometimes, it works). Or they can try the death stare. But then again, all these tactics work for some time, and then the kids quickly realize that their parents aren't going to do anything, and these tricks stop working.
Jokes aside, we think that children need parents to take the time to explain why their behavior is unacceptable. If that doesn't work, then a firm voice could do the job whilst looking into their eyes. If that doesn't work, ignore the behavior and carry on with whatever you're doing but stay calm. Our children learn from us, and it's our job to teach them the rights and wrongs.
The Truth Always Hurts
The truth may hurt for a while, but a lie hurts forever. Perhaps this father wanted to spill the beans to avoid the confrontation in the future. Some parents don't tell their kids that they are adopted; they simply say," we found you in the trash and thought of you as a massive rat." Sometimes, breaking the news of “you are adopted” can be an enormous relief as it could be comforting that you’re not genetically related to a family of crazy people.
It is best to say that the birth certificate is a receipt and if the kid doesn't behave, you'll take him/her to the hospital and demand a refund.
Fear The Walking Parents
Oh, we laughed way too much at this one. This is probably the most accurate meme we have seen. The face we get from our kids after we walk in is always priceless. If you have daughters, you can expect lots of makeup. With boys, it is mostly a lot of mess. Some wives out there might say that this is how their husbands look when they walk into the room.
If anyone is wondering, the character in this meme is Keegan-Michael Key, and the picture is taken from the sketch comedy series Key & Peele.
Work Smarter, Not Harder
Hang on a minute! Isn't that for hamsters? Children or hamsters, what’s the difference? If anyone is wondering why didn't this parent simply get a water bottle, it is because this bottle makes it harder to get a lot of water, unlike a bottle where kids can easily spill it on their bed. And we love this idea because when the kids are not using it, parents can put some drink in it and enjoy some peaceful time.
So instead of buying expensive gadgets or gifts, try to get things that make parenting easier…like installing cameras all over the house and watching over the kids.
The Brutal Truth
Who doesn't love the unfiltered honesty of kids? What we love about kids is that they say everything that comes to their mind. Unlike us, they don't try to make things up just to satisfy others. Imagine a wife asking if she is looking good and the husband saying, "Baby, you look gorgeous." The husband can't say, "no it doesn't suit you at all." On the other hand, kids will bluntly tell the truth.
That's why we feel that there should be a thin hairline balance of teaching children to tell the truth, but not every time.
A Question That Sums Up Parenting
While there are countless books, articles, and videos that explain parenting and everything about it, nothing comes close to the question, which itself is an answer. Our simple answer to this question is, “Who the f**k knows.” After all, parenting experience varies from one parent to another, and we cannot find a concrete answer. We would remind all the parents out there that just remember it is nothing personal.
This is life’s greatest unsolved mystery and it will remain the same until the end of time. However, we cannot deny that some parents don’t feel this way.
The Screams From Hell
Most parents can relate to this one. After all, some kids howl and scream as if they are being tortured in the pit of despair. They will make the same sound with one stroke of the brush that one might if someone touched them with a hot poker. It is the same when we try to bend a toddler to conform to their car seat and get them buckled while they are angry and crying. Moreover, brushing a girl's hair is similar to giving a bath to a cat.
This happens almost every single day and the funny part is that the screams start even before you have touched their hair.
Bubble Bath Art
We've all been there or are going through the process of spending money on shampoo bottles or trying to hide them from little monsters. Kids like to experiment with a lot of stuff, and they have a special relationship with shampoo, body wash, colorful bath tablets, and anything that could turn a bathtub into a bubble bath. We did the same as kids and even as adults. But at least we knew when to stop; kids don’t stop until every bottle is empty.
The best thing to do is just hide the shampoo bottles or at least try to buy the most inexpensive ones.
Just Don't Fight It And Let It Be
Kids do whatever pleases their beautiful hearts, including doing everything that our adult minds cannot comprehend. This meme perfectly demonstrates how parents feel when kids try to wear clothes of their choice. They cannot choose just one color and try to experiment. So unless it is a wedding, funeral, or picture day, just let it roll. After all, it is not worth the fight, and you will always lose to them.
And if anyone is wondering, on the left is Richard Madden and Taron Egerton on the right. They were singing Elton John hits on carpool karaoke.
No Proof, No Case
It won’t be wrong to say that kids are like cats and dogs at this age; they'll try to put everything they can in their mouths and run or act innocent if caught. And how can we forget their fake tears. Dogs try to swallow it while we try to get it, and cats simply start growling. Perhaps it happens because parents always try to stop kids from putting random stuff in their mouths.
Kids don’t like to be told what to do; they are free birds who want to spread their wings and fly…and crap on their parents.
When The Reality Hits Hard
Before kids, we would judge parents for letting them watch TV on their phones at a restaurant. Now, with kids, we ask for the Wi-Fi password before ordering anything to eat or drink. It won't be wrong to judge a parent if they let their little monster watch SpongeBob at full volume without headphones in the restaurant. In short, we're all the best parents ever, until we actually become parents.
However, we still judge parents who allow their children to get out of their seats to run free in a restaurant. We also judge parents that don't pick up the mess their little one made all over the floor; it doesn't take but a few seconds to clean up instead of treating the server like she's their personal housekeeper.
Answer + Command
We can feel this meme because it is super freakin' relatable. As parents, we cannot always give commands or be strict to our children. However, we can't always play cool and forget that we haven't slept properly for many days or even weeks. So, parents try to play it cool and give commands in between to ensure there is a proper balance. They'll be stuck in an endless loop and infinite questions if they can't do it.
Just keep in mind that one answer to your kid's question will most definitely lead to a hundred more questions.
Prepare For Tantrum In 3,2,1
Show no mercy when playing UNO, even if you are playing against your kid. After all, we have to teach them young and teach them right. They need to learn that life is not fair and bed of roses. Teach your kid a hard lesson, even if it means he/she will show temper tantrums or start crying at night for no reason. Just a reminder: if the kid begins shrieking, floor pounding, or kicking, a tantrum becomes inevitable.
And we have one simple piece of advice for every parent out there: don’t let them win even if they are losing. Just like life taught you a lesson after you became a parent, teach them a lesson.
Lessons Are Learned The Hard Way
Here is a lesson for all the parents: Only give punishments that you are going to stick to and follow through to the bitter end. Otherwise, they will sense weakness and you are doomed. After all, one sign of weakness means you can’t handle the pressure and it is all it takes for them to unleash the demon onto you. So if you can’t handle their crying and begging, don’t go down this path.
Just remember: parenting is not difficult if you manage to strike a balance between a loving, supportive parent and the one that tells the kids what is right and wrong.
Husband Spoofs Maternity Shoot
Here is a hilarious one. When the pregnant wife refused the maternity photoshoot, the husband decided to do it since he had already paid for it. So Francisco Pérez from Málaga in Spain nailed a maternity photoshoot with his photographer friend Martyn Wilkes. Given that pregnancy and childbirth are considered miracles and people find new ways to celebrate it, we understand why the father did it. This man is a gem!
This is super fun and quite the story to share (and embarrass said child) in the future. Say, about 14 years after the photoshoot.
The Sacrifices A Father Makes
This is such a beautiful portrayal of what a father does for his kids. A mother also makes similar sacrifices for her children. If anyone is wondering where the mother is, we believe this artistic piece wanted to highlight the sacrifices of a father but with no intentions of ignoring what a mother does for her children. It is giving us Goosebumps as it represents what GOOD parents do.
The important takeaway is the message that we should take care of our parents just like they took care of us when we needed them the most.