Let’s all just give a big round of applause to all parents who dedicated their 18 years (or rather, their whole lives) to professionally taming a little daredevil, and often not one but two or three, or more. With bloodshot eyes and not much fuel left in their tank, moms, dads and caregivers keep surprising us all with their sheer level of resilience, straight face, and even a smile.
Because raising kids is not for the faint-hearted. So in order to remind us of that, Fashion Life compiled a collection of posts where kids made their parents' day really miserable.
So that your coffee stain, lost keys and really important email sent out to the wrong address won’t feel so bad!
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And This Is Exactly Why You Shouldn’t Let Your Kids Go In The Bathroom Together With You
To find out about navigating parenting in these crazily uncertain times, Fashion Life reached out to Natalie Maximets, a certified life transformation coach at “Online Divorce,” which is a professional divorce document preparation service with 20 years of market history.
“The pandemic and isolation have certainly shocked every family with a child. Now our houses or apartments aren’t just places where we live. Currently, this space also serves as an office, a school, a place for activities, etc.,” Natalie told us.
According to her, the situation is twofold. “On the one hand, parents are constantly with their children and can devote more time to them. But on the other hand, not everyone can withstand such a stress test as limited space doesn’t provide an opportunity to direct one’s energy and emotions outward.”
Little Mischief
Hey, I tried to make a break for it at a fair in a wee powered kiddie car , according to my folks. Kids make their own priorities ^-^
Kids, Sharpies, And A Dalmatian Makes For Interesting Times
What’s more, the need to combine multiple roles is even more obvious.There are many challenges parents can face during times of pandemic and postpandemic. “First, they have to act as teachers because of homeschooling. However, not all parents have the necessary skills to explain the subject matter to their children easily. Moreover, with this additional role, it becomes more challenging to maintain a balance,” Natalie explained.
“Second, parents can face behavioral problems in their children. Due to a lack of interaction with other kids, the inability to play with someone other than their parents, and a limited list of activities, children can become irritable, aggressive, or hyperactive (it’s purely individual).” Natalie said that such situations are challenging for both the children and the parents.
It's Amazing How Unhelpful Kids Can Be While Trying So Very Hard To Be Helpful
This Kid At Lowes
The fact the man is trying to figure out how to solve this while standing next to a sign that reads 'plan b' makes me inexplicably pleased 🤷♀️
“Third, it can be difficult for working parents to take care of their children’s daily routines. Kindergartens, schools, and hobby groups are extremely important. They help structure children's lives, fill them with meaning every day, and reduce conflicts in the family. In the new realities, parents have to think about how to keep their children busy every minute.”
Wife’s Friend Was Convinced There Was Ghost Baby In Her Daughter’s Crib. Turns Out Dad Forgot To Remove The Mattress Sticker.
Could've Leaked Those Spicy Brian Nudes
Kids Are Having Fun With Friends So A Neighbor Reported To HOA That They Must Be Running A Childcare
Moreover, Natalie explained that during quarantine, people become closer to each other. As a result, personal boundaries are blurred, leading to two possible scenarios. “In scenario one, parents and children start working against each other, causing conflicts. In scenario two, they manage to establish an even deeper connection with each other. The main thing with the second scenario is to not leave the child alone with their fears.”
She Thought This Was "White Water"
These kinds of posts make me SO glad I chose to never have kids. Yikes! I dodged about a million bullets.
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I hope that paint is water soluble... and that whoever took the picture, put the phone down really quickly, before any paint got into the child's eyes! (Paint + eyes = not funny and a whole new different conversation).
My concern is why take a picture of this? Shouldn’t the first thought be to get this child out of the paint??
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Warning: Kids have drowned in buckets like this one. They go in head first and can't get out. DO NOT LEAVE THESE WHERE TODDLERS CAN ACCESS!
That was kind of my thought too... isn't that potentially toxic??
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I was a customer service rep at Nintendo. I once had a guy on the phone that had taken a break from painting his daughters room pink to ask me some questions about some release dates of games. Then I heard him gasp and say "Bri! What did you do!!?!?" Turned out his daughter liked the color of the pink so much, she dipped her shoes in the paint, put them on her feet and walked down the hall into the living room with them on. He's like "I gotta go!" I said "I have a two year old...I completely understand. Good Luck!"
What the hell is wrong with parents taking pictures instead of running to save their kids? Kids are curious creatures exploring the world. You chose to have kids, be responsible!
Worse - I am afraid this might even have been staged purposely- :-(
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This is why they say ***** Keep everything locked up away from kids. ***** They do not have a grasp yet of what paint or poisons are. Why do you think they have child proof caps on suppliments.... kids think it is candy!!! Imagine a kid eating 20 5mg Melatonin Gummies!!!!
How could a child of that size climb in without tipping the bucket over, hmm??? I have suspicions about this one...
You would be surprised :) They are agile, sneaky, and extremely dexterous. At least when they doing mischiefs.
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'I love the way she is looking down at the "white water" She has no clue what has happened. God love her. She is precious!!!
I'M sorry! Stunts like this ought to swear you a way from them for life!!!! Life is TOOO short !!!
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Not only is it on your child, but you’re about to have an abstract section of that floor
Shame on whoever left this open. The child DID NOT open it alone. You practically have to break into the things to open them.
Wow, kids still do the darnest things...my cousin once found her self in old motor oil
well i babysite and one of the kids said i wish you were dead i told her father and i had to leave imeditly
Kids usually do wear more than they get on whatever they're painting. LOL!
Did you paint the wall with her paint ? Or just put her on the wall and rolled her around to let people know that she help paint the wall. Be a proud parent that your child thinks and not ask all the time.
So you think that she thought and made a conscious decision to get in the bucket? Asking questions is good.
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This is terrifying! A child that size could easily drown. That's why there's a warning label.
and this is why they put the 'idiot illustration' of a drowning child on all buckets.....this is giving me the heeby-jeebies
Oh my oldest son (at 16 mths) picked up a large paint brush and dipped in pale green paint and painted down his face.... ran the brush from top of his head to his chest..... his dad wouldnt let me take a photo :O (was back in 1985) Took ages to wash out of his eyes and nose!!!
Dunno what’s in that pail but whatever it is, she ought not to be soaking in it. This isn’t ye olden days when everything was water-soluble. C’mon people think safety, not insta-lulz yeesh
Omg as a mother my first thought is I really hope there is no lead or some crap in there cuz cancer is not fun...
Looks staged. Child not tall enough to step into the bucket without it tipping over.
Sad that she might have been thinking that she wanted to turn herself white
My Son Said He Was Hot And Wanted Ice Cream. This Is Not What I Expected
For any parent who feels overwhelmed with trying to juggle out these duties, Natalie’s advice is to change perspective. “Young parents may feel overwhelmed, anxious, and stressed out because they take on too much and want to be ideal parents. But remember, the child doesn’t need a perfect mom or dad. They need emotionally healthy parents because the parent’s psychological state directly affects the kids.”
She continued: “Therefore, every time you feel strained to your limits, just stop, exhale, and deal with the problem you can solve at the moment. It will make you feel capable of doing something. Then, try to break bigger problems into smaller ones. You’ll see that there are practically no unsolvable situations.”
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it looks like one of the picture series you see of a bird that got caught in an oil slick being cleaned
This Mom Who...well, I Don't Need To Do Any Explaining Here:
At the same time, it seems like there are too many parenting styles and methods out there. Natalie confirmed that the topic is often very controversial, with many parents having strong opinions about raising their children. “But at the same time, the goal is always the same—to raise a happy, healthy, and successful child. Each of the existing parenting styles and methods focuses on it.”
What My Aunt Encountered When She Went To Pour Herself A Whiskey On The Rocks
According to the life coach, it is crucial to find the one that works for your child. “For example, the well-known Montessori method may not suit an active child. Waldorf education may not work for children with strong leadership qualities and a great need for physical activity. Technique by Cecil Lupan requires the baby’s mother to spend almost all of her time exercising with her child.”
My Kid Swallowed A Penny While Showing His Little Brother How He Accidentally Swallowed A SIM Key The Day Before
Identically Unperturbed By What They Did To Themselves With The Clippers At 5AM
Natalie added that there is no single recipe to understand what is suitable for your child. Having said that, she also listed some steps you may want to think about. “First, you should analyze your child’s personality and the required level of physical activity, creativity, and socialization. Second, think about the 4 main parenting styles (authoritarian, authoritative, permissive, uninvolved) and try to predict your child’s reaction to each of them. Perhaps in your case, you can’t choose one style. Then, think about how you can mix them or even work out your own.”
Natalie concluded that as a parent, you can also go to a professional psychologist who will talk with you and your child, determine strong sides and interests, and suggest possible options.
My Nephew Wanted A Portrait Of George Washington. Thank Goodness He Didn’t Want A Portrait Of Ben Franklin
You probably couldn't buy a picture of George Washington with the dollar, not counting gas, time and everything. Just saying, it's not the worst idea I've ever seen
All Fun And Games Until The Hypothermia Sets In
I Complimented My Wife On The Design On The Back Of Her Dress Not Realizing It Was Our Son's Puke
My Kid Got Her Fingers Stuck In A Bench At School And The Bench Rode With Her To The ER. Yes, She Is Alright. Yes, We Kept The Bench Seat
Something You Can't Put On The Fridge
Just Watched A Kid In My Apartment Lobby Get Excited About Seeing His Dad Outside, Run Face-First Into The Glass Panel, And Crack It
While The World Is Fighting Over Toilet Paper, My Toddler Is Giving Ours A Bath
Oooh this baby done wasted about 100 times worth of s**t wiping... eii
Drove 45 Mins To The Store Thinking I Had My Mask In My Pocket. It Was A Baby Sock
Accidentally Spilled Coffee Grounds On The Floor... And All Over My Child
Had A Sneezing Attack (Not Sick) And My Daughter Made Me A “Potion” To Feel Better
