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Despite the fact that humans have parented for basically as long as there have been humans, people with kids can attest to the fact that one’s offspring can always find a way to surprise you. From novel and innovative ways to make a mess, to “kid-logic” that can give you an aneurysm, parents, it seems, never have a dull moment. 

We’ve gathered some of the best posts on X from parents sharing their funny stories or relatable experiences from this April. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorites and be sure to share your own thoughts in the comments section below. 

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Angel_150913 Report

Brenda
Community Member
1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The fact that they didn't hesitate speaks volumes about your parenting skills. I am seriously impressed by that! 👏 Brava, brava!

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    Parents with younger kids in particular are often in a very specific place where they have no one to really share their experiences with. After all, you don’t really discuss the ups and, God forbid, downs of parenting with your actual kids. Your childless friends simply don’t get it either.

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    So it’s perhaps no surprise that parents then use the anonymity of the internet to share their feelings. This isn’t even limited to negative emotions either. Indeed, these sorts of posts might just be another side-effect of what some researchers call “parental loneliness.” One US survey found that over 66% of parents do report feeling isolated by the demands of raising kids. 

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    michimama75 Report

    tom
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You did pass. It's okay to forget

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    Similarly, unlike a “normal” job, many parents report burnout at times. This is perhaps one reason why “it takes a village,” because the adults need a break too. You can’t exactly “quit” parenting, so folks vent online and seek advice. After all, you can’t exactly get a Masters degree in parenting, so asking for advice on the internet is a good start. 

    #7

    copymama Report

    tom
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have kept her alive for 14 years. She should buy you the ice cream

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    #8

    milifeasdad Report

    #9

    deloisivete Report

    tom
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Checks bedroom for velociraptor

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    #10

    mcdadstuff Report

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    #16

    mommeh_dearest Report

    #17

    IDontSpeakWhine Report

    Feathered Dinosaur
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Schools do start too early for teens. When I was one I couldn't fall asleep before 2am, it was a horrific waking nightmare to drag my sorry a ss to school each weekday

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    #20

    MediocreMamaa Report

    Brenda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where do they come up with this stuff!?!

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    #21

    Average_Dad1 Report

    tom
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, poop is processed chocolate

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    #22

    ElyKreimendahl Report

    Mike F
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everybody has to be good at something.

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    #23

    notmythirdrodeo Report

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    #27

    presentparent_ Report

    Brenda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We literally had to hide the little chocolate bunnies from my 2.5yo grandson. Not because he was eating them, but because he was playing with them. Once he figured it out, he started hiding them - in the tub , his bed, the toy box, my shoes....

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    #29

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    deloisivete Report

    Boredest Panda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And he roars like one when you try to wake him up! 🦖

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    #30

    NotTodayEric Report

    #31

    Funny-Parenting-Tweets

    treydayway Report

    Bewitched One
    Community Member
    Premium
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I must’ve had a terrible imagination as a child. I never had an imaginary friend. And I tried lol

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    #32

    KatieDeal99 Report

    Brenda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I once laid beside my son in the cereal aisle at the grocery store and proceeded to yell louder than him. He stopped and stared at me. I've had YEARS more practice!

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    #33

    reallifemommy3 Report

    Melanie Filmer
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of my favourite quotes: "Cleaning house while kids are growing, Is like shovelling snow when it's still snowing"

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    #34

    reallifemommy3 Report

    Boredest Panda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What would happen if you squash a glitter bomb? Would it blow up? Because I doubt that's something I would wanna clean up.

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    deloisivete Report

    #36

    itssherifield Report

    Brenda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Harsh, but you respected her wishes. (Did she drink it?)

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    #37

    dadmann_walking Report

    Brenda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean, he's not wrong if you're withholding Reeses! Pretty sure that's considered abuse!!!

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    #38

    terrip38 Report

    Starwhisper Nighthush
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We went on a family vacation when I was in 1st grade. Somewhere in the middle of Montana, I said mommy, I don't feel so good and I have a lot of red spots on me. I developed 3 day measles on the way to Yellowstone.

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    #39

    SvnSxty Report

    Boredest Panda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An art critic in the making... and a good one!

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    mom_needsalife Report

    Brenda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ngl, that soap would be trashed 🗑

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    #41

    milifeasdad Report

    Mumma Cass
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Miss 9 & I call each other bruh daily!! Even at school drop off & pick up, she'd say 'bye bruh' , 'hi bruh' it makes us feel connected more. My mum would punish us kids when we use to call her bruh. It's harmless!

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    #42

    Dadof2crazyboys Report

    tom
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Calmly explain that's where politicians come from

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    #44

    blankbankcheck Report

    Francesco Gutierrez
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    African-American Vernacular English is a legitimate, NATIVELY used variety of English and, as such, it has its own grammar, vocabulary, and phonology. It's not "uneducated" and it's not "hood". In fact, it shares its phonology with rural deialects spoken by Whites throughout the Southern United States, and it's closely related to various creole languages. I know it's difficult to believe that if it doesn't "sound" white then it must not be proper, but try your hardest, will ya.

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    #45

    RYGdance Report

    Bobby
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    After the shelf above our toilet fell and broke it, I'll admit I did this

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    #47

    MadHatterMommy Report

    Mumma Cass
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I get called bro, brah, dude, mate but it shows me that Miss 9 loves me. She doesn't hug me as much anymore or tells me she that she loves me. But I know in my heart she feels comfortable by calling me bro, brah etc I guess noone knows your kids and their behaviour better than the parent/carer themselves ☺️ I allow my Miss 9 to express her feelings by any way possible so she can feel safe.

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    #48

    maryfairybobrry Report

    Boredest Panda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a 6th sense that you develop upon constant use of your phone... no one said it was reliable, but it apparently exists.

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    nikalamity Report

    Brenda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least they didn't tell you that the only reason they wanted you around was to feed them, clean take care of the baby and drive them around (my, then, 7yo).

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    #50

    Mrs_JParker Report

    Feathered Dinosaur
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At the moment we have a game where there's a wicked witch and wizard in her mouth summoning evil cavity monsters with their sorcery who want to destroy her teeth. But hey, for the first time I her life brushing her teeth isn't a huge drama anymore (and she seems to love it all of a sudden)

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    #51

    reallifemommy3 Report

    Lisa T
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is there a cooked chicken nugget in my daughter’s jewellery box, and a piece of cooked pumpkin jammed into the hole of the door stop?

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    #52

    mahnamematt Report

    Boredest Panda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A fine work made from only the most natural materials...

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    #53

    milifeasdad Report

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    #54

    kristabellerina Report

    tom
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah but is it half full or half empty.?

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    #56

    notmythirdrodeo Report

    #57

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    jelly_ehles Report

    Jinx (she/her)
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom actually did it once. I had to take the bags to the curb. It was traumatic and I didn't learn to clean from it. I learned about my mom's bipolar 🙃

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    #59

    Average_Dad1 Report

    Jinx (she/her)
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We do a pudding and whipped cream pie to the face for April fools. No pranks. We take turns. this year 9 got to pie daddy, it was beautiful

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    #60

    RodLacroix Report

    #61

    itssherifield Report

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    #62

    reallifemommy3 Report

    veryvenasaur
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Our school got out 20 minutes late because of the stupid eclipse

    #64

    gbergan Report

    Mumma Cass
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have Costco in Australia but I don't understand this too.. any Costco customers here?

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