‘Got Toddlered’: 40 Funny Parenting Pics That Show How Much Your Life Changes Once You Have Kids (New Pics)
Your life completely changes when you have children. Oh, you might think you know how much of a lifestyle shift waits for you, our sweet summer Pandas, but there is nothing that can fully prepare you for parenthood!
It’s a wild ride with intense challenges, endless exhaustion, and a general sense that Chaos might actually be the fundamental state of the universe. Parties with friends and active hobbies morph into changing diapers and grabbing 5-minute naps wherever and whenever you can fit them. But it’s all very much worth it in the end.
The ‘Got Toddlered’ Instagram page is a fantastic digital archive showing just how huge these changes can be. Parents send in their photos of what they looked like before creating a family and pics after they became parents. They’re hilarious, relatable, and remind all of us of a comforting fact—we are all in this together! Upvote your fave pics, Pandas. And if you happen to be a parent, we’d love to hear what advice you’d give someone who just had their first child.
Here at Bored Panda, we’re huge fans of ‘Got Toddlered.’ When you’ve enjoyed this list to the fullest, be sure to check out our earlier features here: Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3. And be sure to follow the socials if you enjoyed the pics!
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From Looking Cool To Being A Step Stool
There’s A Reason Only The Baby Is Smiling
From Raised Up To Passed Out
The ‘Got Toddlered’ Instagram page is the brainchild of Mike Julianelle, from Brooklyn. He’s also the founder of the massively popular ‘Dad and Buried’ social media project, and the creator of a podcast by the same name. He’s a fan of puns, wit, and good humor.
The last time that Bored Panda spoke with Mike, he quipped: “Look, I don’t hate my kids, I just hate parenting. That’s really all it boils down to, and is the premise behind all my Dad and Buried stuff—my blog, my Instagram page, my Facebook, and my podcast—and my Got Toddlered account.”
From Carried To Buried
From All Put Together To Wtf Is Even Happening
Dude I have twins too. I know that position and that face all to well
From Poppin’ Bottles To Dropping Bottom Lips (How Cute Is That Kid Tho?!)
According to the founder of ‘Got Toddlered’ and ‘Dad and Buried,’ parenting is “challenging and frustrating and expensive and exhausting and stressful and boring.”
“And while my sons are often all of those things as well, I don’t regret having them. How dare you suggest such a thing just because I occasionally make jokes and memes that make it seem that way!" Mike told Bored Panda during an earlier interview.
From Working It To Milking Tits
Being a parent is definitely for the brave.... Thank god I'm a coward lol.
From I’m On A Boat! To I Am A Boat!
Homes Can Get Toddlered Too!
"I mock and troll my kids, and I trash and ridicule parents and parenting, and myself, because that’s my sense of humor, and my sense of humor is what keeps me sane amidst the all-consuming hellscape of attempting to protect and raise ignorant, unformed, self-destructive miniature human beings,” he said.
Last time, Mike shared just how stressful things can get when you’ve got an entire family to take care of, not just yourself. "I recently had a job interview,” he opened up to Bored Panda back in 2019.
From Swimsuit Model To Pack Mule
From Arms Up To Man Down! Look At That Face Plant. Even Her Kid Is Impressed!
Aw... Poor woman must be exhausted with two. One's hard enough. Though if she's that deeply asleep I hope the photographer then gently removed the little baba from under her arm, best for them both (or at least kept a close watch). Just for safety.
From Shitfaced To Shit On
“Job interviews are stressful no matter what stage of life you’re at, but, like everything else, having children raises the stress exponentially. I’m not just providing for myself anymore, and the stakes are much higher now; the consequences of blowing a job interview are a lot more intense. And so was getting there, because I had to take my toddler with me,” he said earlier.
"Being unemployed, we can’t afford childcare, so I had to ride the subway, in a full suit, on one of the hottest days of the summer, with my toddler on my lap and/or napping next to me. Thankfully I didn’t have to bring him to the interview itself; I was able to drop him with my wife. The logistics of all of this— the scheduling, the traveling, the hand off, the carrying of a sleeping toddler across Manhattan while sweat poured off me like a waterfall, etc.—were incredibly complicated,” Mike said.
"None of this was ideal. But I had to do it, I had to put my best foot forward for the job, so I can provide for my family, and, more importantly, so I can get the hell out of my house. I can’t handle being a stay-at-home dad for another minute!" he joked.
From Dressing Like A Wild Animal To Raising A Wild Animal
From Snow White To Grumpy (For Obvious Reasons)
From Soaking Up The Sun To Just Getting Soaked
Dealing with parental exhaustion and how to tell if you’re reading to be a parent are two topics that we’ve covered before here at Bored Panda. A while back, comedy writer and single mom Ariane Sherine shared with Bored Panda that parenting is very hard work that is very much worth it. Raising kids can be very tiring: sleep deprivation, poor diet choices, a lack of movement and social contact can all rear their heads.
However, as they grow and start going to school, parents find that they have more time to themselves. They can dedicate a few hours to pampering themselves, spending time with their beloved hobbies, working out, and meeting friends. And all of the other things that they feel they might’ve missed out while they were neck-deep in diapers and making airplane noises with spoonfuls of peas (yum!) in their hands.
From Sparkles To Sweatpants. Look At The Expression: Good Feeling Gone!
From Pretend Zombie To Real One
From Playboy Bunny To This Shit Ain’t Funny!
The football hold is so effective!!!! You can get so much done lol
"Your kid will probably grow out of whatever behavior they're displaying now. The first four years are the most difficult. But at age 4, they go to school, and then you get your life back a bit, for at least six hours a day. See if you can get some help each week, whether that's grandparents doing a bit of childcare or paying a childminder. Use the extra time to exercise self-care and pamper yourself, whether that means having a massage or just a soak in the bath—do things you wouldn't be able to do while looking after your child,” mom Ariane told Bored Panda.
From Blushing Bride To Barf Bag. And Look At That Kid Mean-Mugging After Letting It Rip! “You Want Some?” That’ll Teach Mom To Reminisce About Life Before Parenthood!
From He Got Game To This Shit Lame
From Rocking Some Hot Pink To Getting Her Gut Poked. These Damn Kids Have No Shame!
She added that she truly believes that an essential part of being a good parent is wanting to have kids. “If you don't love the thought of being a mum or dad, you're likely to resent having to put your children first. Secondly, that love for them is what powers you through the difficult times—and there will be difficult times. So do it because you know your life wouldn't be complete if you don't,” she said that parents will have to sacrifice a lot of their time and energy for their children. There’s no other way forward.
"You might not feel as though you're doing a great job, but is your kid fed, clothed, warm, safe, happy and loved? Then you're doing brilliantly—cut yourself some slack.”
From Sexy French Maid To Just Regular Old Maid
From Power Tie To Losing An Eye
From Ready To Rock To Please Make It Stop
Parenting blogger Samantha Scroggin, from Walking Outside in Slippers, pointed out to Bored Panda that there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to raising kids. Every single family is unique. What might work for one child might be the opposite of what another one needs.
Double-Fisting Used To Be A Lot More Fun
New Year’s Eve Went From Tiara To Ferrero
From Style And Grace To Stickers On Her Face (Why Did I Back Myself Into This Rhyming Corner
Meanwhile, dating and relationship expert Dan Bacon, from The Modern Man, said that one of the main changes in a parent’s life is that they will have far less spare time to do the things they want: their kids want and need your attention.
"You are no longer a couple anymore. You are a couple and parents at the same time. It’s difficult to understand what it is like to be a parent without actually doing it,” he explained to Bored Panda. At the core of parenting lies being responsible for others. You have to take care of your family before even thinking of taking care of yourself. Failing to do that can strain your relationship with your kids.
From Namaste To Take Me Away!
Honestly If It Weren’t For The Baby I Don’t Know What I Could Tell Which Was The Before Pic. That First One Just Screams “Dad”
From Cleavage To Leakage. From “Damn Sis!” To Mastitis. From Hot Dress To Hot Mess
But while you’re busy taking care of everyone else, don’t forget about yourself either. You won’t be able to do your best for your family if you’re running on empty. Asking for help and even having a laugh at some relatable parenting stories and pics can help you refuel. Don’t forget—parents are all in this together. No matter what part of the world they’re in.
That’s Not What She Meant
From Body Shots To Sippy Cups. From Tequila To Backwash
From Striking A Pose To Needing New Clothes
Oh my! I hope your son is doing better! It took me a sec to realize that wasn't part of your shirt's design.
From Beach Bunny To Pack Mule
From Chuggin To Buggin
From Laidback To Face Palm - The Official Expression Of Exhausted And Frustrated Parents Everywhere
From Playmates To Play Dates
From ‘Stachin To Crashin’
Why Is He Still Smiling Tho?! (I Broke My ‘No Happy After Photos’ Rule Because Yikes!)
From Lifting Weights To Dead Weight. Who’s The Dumbbell Now?
Note: this post originally had 54 images. It’s been shortened to the top 40 images based on user votes.
So many great pictures. Once you become a parent, it is a lot of hard work and there is definitely no room left for privacy and dignity. 😁🤣 I wouldn't give up my two little monsters for anything though.
Well said. My focus in life is so different these days.
Load More Replies...You have become awesome mothers ladies! I am still seeing beauty, peace and wisdom in the second pictures.
Thank you for that, as opposed to all the "Thank God I don't have kids"
Load More Replies...The more years I am parenting the more I understand child-free-by-choice people. I was ready never to have kids (never felt the urge or want) until I married someone who really wanted to have kids. I adore my little krakens to the end of the universe and back BUT it is a ton of hard work, a LOT of compromises and an incredible amount of money...
There's light at the end of the tunnel, mums and dads! One day soon, they'll keep their food down and even sleep through the night.
Yeah, but only to drive into the next tunnel with a whole new set of trouble 😆 🎶 Just keep on driving... Keep on driving 🎶 (ala Dory with 🎶 Keep on swimming...🎶)
Load More Replies...I know it's a different level of love but it's not for me and I will never understand it.
To be fair, I look at my babies and wonder why anyone would want a child free life. I don’t mean that it a rude or judgmental manner. It’s just a curiosity.
Load More Replies...If I could go back and talk to myself before I had kids, I would say, "Don't worry so much. Sure, there are trade-offs, but they're worth it. Try to enjoy having little kids while it lasts!"
As a single mom of a nearly 20 year old, I wouldn't trade any of those growing up moments for anything. Yeah some moments really made me wonder if it was worth it, but looking back there were waaaay more wonderful moments than not. Every part of parenting has shaped me into a better person because of it. And my daughter has forever been my best friend. We are often on the same wavelength and have a incredible 6th sense with eachother even though she's nearly 80 miles away in her 2nd year of college.
My daughter is in her third year, and I think it’s just as magical a time, right? Even better, since we get to do girlfriend-y things now! We have so much fun. Though my daughter is 620 miles away! *sobbing*
Load More Replies...Parenting, like anything, has its challenges, but overall it is more than worth the effort
This makes me not want to have kids even more. I don't hate kids I don't like extra responsibility
I have a 3-month-old now. I can't imagine how anybody deals with having two at the same time. I can't even really imagine having a newborn and a 1-year-old at the same time.
This is one of those "the grass is greener on the other side" scenarios. You can't experience both in life. You either have kids and wonder (even once at some point - normally during sleep deprivation) what your life would be like if you didn't, or don't have kids and wonder (probably during someone pestering you about when you'll have them) what it'd be like if you did. What's best for one person may not be for everyone. I had my rainbow baby just one year after my husband beat cancer. Every so offer I wonder what life would be like if things had gone the other way and I didn't have our daughter (or my husband lost his battle). It's a natural way of things to wonder the what ifs.
I went to visit my daughter who’s in college and while she was an absolutely wonderful and easy baby….I really love this time with her the best—we cook together, go out to dinner, have deep talks, watch the same shows. It’s really fantastic. And far less tiring.
I will never regret having my tubes removed! Child free is the life for me :)
I have been pregnant 3 times in my 50+ years. The first and third time ended in miscarriages, the second pregnancy was almost full term. My son was born 3 weeks early and he has Down Syndrome. He is the light of my life. I would not change anything about him. It hasn't been easy, but it has been worth it. He is well known in our community and he is known for his hugs.
Yeah, great, but... Where are the pics from the curvy/clumsy/shy people who got kids?
Damn so many people just let themselves go... having kids is not an excuse to gain 50 libs people
Then don't have the mf kid. Why do people act like their kid is a burden or an annoyance when YOU decided to have a kid.
The women look so much happier as mothers than they did as prostitutes. The men look happier too. Maybe fashion and alcohol aren't really as fulfilling as people think.
Maybe we should do one for before and after a chronic illness?? Not sure it will be so funny, “day and night: here’s me in a bikini enjoying the sun, and now, 3 years later,, here’s my steroid-induced moon face!”
I went into cardiac arrest during my c-section and had to have my chest cracked to be resuscitated. My scar is still very noticeable but I’m not disgusted by it in pictures.
Load More Replies...The only unpleasant comment I saw so far was yours - what are you talking about?
Load More Replies...So many great pictures. Once you become a parent, it is a lot of hard work and there is definitely no room left for privacy and dignity. 😁🤣 I wouldn't give up my two little monsters for anything though.
Well said. My focus in life is so different these days.
Load More Replies...You have become awesome mothers ladies! I am still seeing beauty, peace and wisdom in the second pictures.
Thank you for that, as opposed to all the "Thank God I don't have kids"
Load More Replies...The more years I am parenting the more I understand child-free-by-choice people. I was ready never to have kids (never felt the urge or want) until I married someone who really wanted to have kids. I adore my little krakens to the end of the universe and back BUT it is a ton of hard work, a LOT of compromises and an incredible amount of money...
There's light at the end of the tunnel, mums and dads! One day soon, they'll keep their food down and even sleep through the night.
Yeah, but only to drive into the next tunnel with a whole new set of trouble 😆 🎶 Just keep on driving... Keep on driving 🎶 (ala Dory with 🎶 Keep on swimming...🎶)
Load More Replies...I know it's a different level of love but it's not for me and I will never understand it.
To be fair, I look at my babies and wonder why anyone would want a child free life. I don’t mean that it a rude or judgmental manner. It’s just a curiosity.
Load More Replies...If I could go back and talk to myself before I had kids, I would say, "Don't worry so much. Sure, there are trade-offs, but they're worth it. Try to enjoy having little kids while it lasts!"
As a single mom of a nearly 20 year old, I wouldn't trade any of those growing up moments for anything. Yeah some moments really made me wonder if it was worth it, but looking back there were waaaay more wonderful moments than not. Every part of parenting has shaped me into a better person because of it. And my daughter has forever been my best friend. We are often on the same wavelength and have a incredible 6th sense with eachother even though she's nearly 80 miles away in her 2nd year of college.
My daughter is in her third year, and I think it’s just as magical a time, right? Even better, since we get to do girlfriend-y things now! We have so much fun. Though my daughter is 620 miles away! *sobbing*
Load More Replies...Parenting, like anything, has its challenges, but overall it is more than worth the effort
This makes me not want to have kids even more. I don't hate kids I don't like extra responsibility
I have a 3-month-old now. I can't imagine how anybody deals with having two at the same time. I can't even really imagine having a newborn and a 1-year-old at the same time.
This is one of those "the grass is greener on the other side" scenarios. You can't experience both in life. You either have kids and wonder (even once at some point - normally during sleep deprivation) what your life would be like if you didn't, or don't have kids and wonder (probably during someone pestering you about when you'll have them) what it'd be like if you did. What's best for one person may not be for everyone. I had my rainbow baby just one year after my husband beat cancer. Every so offer I wonder what life would be like if things had gone the other way and I didn't have our daughter (or my husband lost his battle). It's a natural way of things to wonder the what ifs.
I went to visit my daughter who’s in college and while she was an absolutely wonderful and easy baby….I really love this time with her the best—we cook together, go out to dinner, have deep talks, watch the same shows. It’s really fantastic. And far less tiring.
I will never regret having my tubes removed! Child free is the life for me :)
I have been pregnant 3 times in my 50+ years. The first and third time ended in miscarriages, the second pregnancy was almost full term. My son was born 3 weeks early and he has Down Syndrome. He is the light of my life. I would not change anything about him. It hasn't been easy, but it has been worth it. He is well known in our community and he is known for his hugs.
Yeah, great, but... Where are the pics from the curvy/clumsy/shy people who got kids?
Damn so many people just let themselves go... having kids is not an excuse to gain 50 libs people
Then don't have the mf kid. Why do people act like their kid is a burden or an annoyance when YOU decided to have a kid.
The women look so much happier as mothers than they did as prostitutes. The men look happier too. Maybe fashion and alcohol aren't really as fulfilling as people think.
Maybe we should do one for before and after a chronic illness?? Not sure it will be so funny, “day and night: here’s me in a bikini enjoying the sun, and now, 3 years later,, here’s my steroid-induced moon face!”
I went into cardiac arrest during my c-section and had to have my chest cracked to be resuscitated. My scar is still very noticeable but I’m not disgusted by it in pictures.
Load More Replies...The only unpleasant comment I saw so far was yours - what are you talking about?
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