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This Instagram Page Is Dedicated To Honest “Millennial Mom Confessions”, Here Are 40 Of The Best
Let's be honest, parenting isn't always the enjoyable, life-fulfilling duty we imagine it to be before we have kids. I mean, of course, we love our little ones to their very core. It's just some moments can really test that love.
But don't worry. Whether you're pretending to care about their "Mommy, watch!" stunt or can't be bothered to vacuum your car for the third time this week, fellow parents understand. They know the struggle. And they won't judge you.
Dana from Jacksonville, Florida, is also on this weird and funny ride. Navigating all the twists and turns, she also runs a blog called Millennial Mom Confessions where she talks about her adventures, mishaps, diaper blowouts, and all the lessons learned.
The woman has expressed her thoughts on various topics, ranging from maternity leave to breastfeeding, but this time, we want to focus on a particularly entertaining side of Dana's content. Memes.
Inbetween serious talk, she also (re)shares humorous pictures about the ups and downs of raising a kid, perfectly describing the everyday life of a modern parent, and reminding us that it's ok to not be ok.
Below you will find a collection of Dana's funniest posts. Enjoy!
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It's easy to become socially isolated from the outside world when your everyday life is so hectic, but being able to accept every step of your parenting journey is what allows you to move forward.
Vicki Broadbent, for example, successfully juggles a thriving business with raising a family, and she said owning her hiccups really helps her. "When I mess up, I hold my hands up, admit it, and explain to my children what happened ('Mummy shouted because she was tired'). I also always apologize," the founder of Honest Mum and author of Mumboss, told Bored Panda in an earlier interview."It's a strength, not a weakness to say sorry. Being honest about my failures with my children humanizes me as a parent and, most importantly, it normalizes making mistakes. They're a natural part of life and we're all learning and growing. I want my kids to know that while I'm teaching them the difference between right and wrong and the importance of empathy and forgiveness."
I wonder if Adam here has a brother named Bobby and if he has gone to sea?
Vicki said that her family genuinely has a lot of fun. They sing, dance, watch comedies, and always strive to seek the positives in life. "We as parents don't take ourselves too seriously and laugh at ourselves so our children follow suit." Keeping a family together is a lot of work. But offers so much opportunity to have a good time, too, so why not use it?
"Having children is truly a gift," Vicki said. "It gives you as a parent a second chance at childhood. You can live vicariously through your kids; you can see the world anew through their young eyes, and best of all, you get to eat more candy (!) and lose your inhibitions more (I've been known to dance around the supermarket)! It's a maternal right to embarrass your kids, right!"
They don't ask how much you weigh they put you on the scales that have the number hard to read from your point of view but in bright neon numbers for them, so they can judge you without giving you any context. Do I need to lose 2lb or 2st according to your arbitrary measurements?! (Fun story, the nurse at my last appointment worked out what my "ideal" weight should be according to the BMI scale, looked me up and down and shook her head - "you'd look ill at that weight", she said. I couldve hugged her)
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If she was 5 lbs overweight, the broken legs would be because of her weight, and they'd recommend diet and "lifestyle" changes. If she was 5 lbs underweight, it would be because she isn't getting enough calcium in her diet and put her on calcium supplements
I've recently learned about the "trans broken arm syndrome", and it's basically the same, only for trans people. Ridiculous!
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*after explaining 6 solid months of debilitating pain* So I hear you're having painful periods?
"...most women have painful periods, here's some herbal tea, and try to get less stress!"
Load More Replies... As a former paramedic, I've never really got it until one of my fellow paramedics told me that pregnancy changes how we're supposed to treat the patient (medical wise) such as positioning and medication to watch around for. The saying goes that every woman is pregnant until proven otherwise.
I was whisked away to the ER after a car accident and was asked "are you pregnant or could you be pregnant?". I said "no..." i was more so in shock from everything going on but I'm sure they took it as questionable and they explained to me why they ask which included a bunch of different things that obviously could affect things if I was. It was pretty interesting imo and I definitely understood why they asked. It may suck for people since sometimes it feels like the Dr or Nurse will focus only on certain things, but I'm guessing they've had to deal with more than a few "no..."s.
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Well the period question is apt. Some medications can seriously harm an unborn child if there is one. They have a duty of care just in case there is a chance the woman may be pregnant.
I kind of get this, as the possibility of pregnancy can dramatically change how medical personnel treat you.
Why would you fight a dragon? Just ask them politely for some of their gold.
A doctor asked me this for a complete unrelated reason for why I was there I asked him why and he said that my eyes and nails looked really pale and I looked lethargic. He said that he was wondering if its because of periods or if he should request more exams. I understood then that sometimes its necessary.
To be fair...there are quite a few things you have to extra consider in someone who is pregnant. This is the easiest way to get a good guess if you are.
I was literally in the ER for a miscarriage, told the male nurse everything and the dumbass asked me if I was pregnant or could possibly become pregnant in the near future. Complete moron. Another nurse had to explain to him that wasn't even a question they ask. My husband asked a female nurse for pain meds for me after I'd been passing out off and on for about 3 hours and she said "I think this is more of an ibuprofen issue". Complications, almost hemorrhaged. It was a long night. The medical system isn't built for women. I have to refuse STD tests every single freaking time (married, only partner ever) and my doctor won't let me say no to breast exams and paps. She's not even the doctor I see for that.
I am 64 and when I go for X-rays get asked if I could be pregnant!! I know I am a little overweight, but honestly?
I hate it when they ask me this. I have an IUD, so my periods are like 3 drops and only happen once every few months. I never have a f*****g clue when the last one was.
Change dr for kids and change the question to : mama where is my red car ? Help me find it in this box with 20 cars (at least 7 are red) but none is the one.
They will ask it forever too. Even when the answer is "before you were in high school, Doc."
I'm 59 years old. No - I am not pregnant or planning to be come pregnant. You f*cking moron.
Lately they all ask if I've fallen in the last month, and if I worry about falling. And then look concerned when I joke "only when it's icy outside." (In my mid-40s, not exactly frail)
Or why are you here? They asked me that while I was in labor with my first kid🤦🏻♀️
I went to a dentist's office once where they had a question about HPV on the intake form.
That's to gauge if there's a possibility of pregnancy. And that has a very important effect on what types of meds can be used. Same with weight. But no, boo, patriarchy. Ger your head out of your ass. We don't care about your gender, we care about your health.
As someone who struggled with infertility for a decade the last f*****g thing I want to hear is some know it all a*****e doctor trying to tell me that I might be pregnant because I missed my last 6 periods. It’s emotionally painful to be forced to take so many negative pregnancy tests because you came to the doctor for a cold. Perhaps you don’t know what you’re talking about Guillaume and you should get your head out of your ass.
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The mother is fully aware that having kids is a huge responsibility but like everything in life, she always questions herself, 'Am I having fun?'
"Childhood is a short and precious window to be enjoyed so we as parents must protect this time for our children and harness happiness where possible."
People need to respect privacy. There are 7 billion people here and not a single one of them is the same. Don't try to predict them.
So sweet That boy is gonna grow right up into the kinda man we need more of in life, for sure.
But what if screw up and can't stop thinking about it even after venting online? Well, Broadbent believes the fact that you are worried about being a good parent is proof that you are one.
"Please remember you're a human too and will have good and bad days. Be kind to yourself so you can be kind to others and that means forgiving yourself when you mess up," she told Bored Panda in another interview.
My cousin used to make tasteless jokes about ginger kids and say he'd kill them ... guess what colour hair his daughter has? Karma there too. BTW he's absolutely besotted with her.
According to the Honest Mum, you are a composite of your own life experiences and upbringing, those formative childhood years and beyond, and a lot of parenting can feel triggering. "Your child is left out at school for example, and it reminds you of being bullied." So question your reactions.
Speaking from her own experience, Vicki said therapy has helped her own parenting style hugely. She was able to work through issues, allowing herself to recognize if she's projecting or feeling triggered when it comes to her own parenting/children's behavior. And that allows her to change her responses.
↑ this, absolutely. Hand towels even better, they're smaller.
I wish it sent a notification- "KATIE has been done with you for a while and doesn't want to hear about your dinner or kids anymore. She has picked up on the fact that you do like to travel and unfriended you because you were a waste of her feed."
"It has also helped me to be a more sympathetic, calmer parent," Broadbent said. "Children require unconditional love and direction. They thrive on boundaries and routine and they require honesty. You want your children to trust and respect you. They need to know where they stand so they can feel emotionally safe at all times."
Pretty silly, unless it's that pair of old, beloved underwear with holes, that we all have...
"When you mess up, be honest, explain your behavior. For example, 'Sorry, I didn't mean to shout but I didn't sleep well last night and I had a stressful situation at work today.' And if you lost your temper due to your child misbehaving, take some deep breaths and explain in an age-appropriate way how what they are doing makes you feel. Focus on your own emotions so they can empathize with you and also see you as a human being, just like them."
When I grew up, I loved to make my own recipes. Then came the "eat what you bake" rule. For your own safety, don't eat my cooking.
Vicki thinks it's a good idea to use examples to back up your feelings so your child can understand your position. It can be something along the lines of, 'Remember the time you cried when your brother wouldn't listen to your story even though you kept telling it to him over and over again? Well, that's how I feel when you ignore me when I'm calling you for dinner.'
"Warn your child when they are behaving badly then choose an appropriate punishment: stopping tech time for a period or making them take a time-out. Giving them the opportunity to remedy their behavior is fair and allows them to feel they have a chance to do better," Broadbent said.
Dolly Parton sends books to my little cousin (who loves the song Jolene), so she calls her "The lady who loves me" It's the cutest thing ☺️
Laura Markham, who has earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University and has worked as a parenting coach with thousands of parents, said you don't have to make up for not being a perfect parent. Perfect just gets in the way of love, she said. Try to remember that joy comes from appreciating the wonder in all those miraculous moments that are disguised as everyday life.
"The key is letting go of your need to be perfect and offering emotional generosity every chance you get, to everyone around you—including yourself," Markham wrote.
Why can't gentle parenting just be called ‘parenting’? we shouldn't normalize screaming at children and treating them as less than human.
Works on my husband, always get a hug and a chat when it's needed!
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Had to scroll back up to see what the heck the headline was on this article, you're totally right.
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Had to scroll back up to see what the heck the headline was on this article, you're totally right.
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