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I'm a stay at home mom to a 5 year old and 2 year old twins. Life is what all parents will say, "hectic." 

These pictures sum up parenting without really needing a title. Someone is usually crying or making a mess. Every once in a while, everyone is even happy.

#1

Cuddle Time (Yes, In The Crib)

Cuddle Time (Yes, In The Crib)

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Rob LeBlanc
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8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

FYI: Cribs have a very low weight capacity. Ask me how I know. ;)

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8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

lol. Actually, the mattress was on the floor inside the crib because my daughter had some Spider Man moves and would climb out of her crib and into her twin brother's crib. Had to make it so she couldn't escape!

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    #2

    No Pockets? No Problem!

    No Pockets? No Problem!

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    Hans
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And he is also thinking economical, widening the shirts for the time when he has grown.

    #3

    Perfect!

    Perfect!

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    Charleen Crawford
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll take those odds, two out of three!

    adoracat
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All photos of my brother and I, one smiling and one scowling. :D

    Tamara Keegan
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LOL!!!! There's always one in the bunch! <3

    Hans
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One is not like the others...

    #4

    I Leave The Kitchen For One Second...

    I Leave The Kitchen For One Second...

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    Jeremie Guerra
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But they're trying to put back the grape into the box! Mine would have smashed them laughing! :)

    Paulette Guillory-Gardner
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or even turn your back for a millisecond....am I right??? LOL

    Otto Kannaspuro
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So what on earth have I been eating since I've never seen grapes of that shape?

    Hans
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...and the children come to pick up your mess. ;)

    Sherry Straus
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry but cannot let this pass without saying something, children that age should not be eating grapes, they are a choking hazard and many have died. If you must then peel and cut them into pieces.https://www.popsugar.com/moms/Correct-Way-Cut-Grapes-Avoid-Choking-Hazard-39128166

    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be honest, I do not let my kids eat the grapes until I cut them (on the long side) for that very reason. So scared of them choking - on anything.

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    #5

    Yup. That's Poo

    Yup. That's Poo

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    Samantha Manley
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah easier to clean up that way. More moisture leads to smearing on the walls.

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    Bunnies are better!!
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This reminds me of when my cousin(I forget what age) had to urgently go #2 and wasn't able to make it to the bathroom on time. Naturally, some of the poop fell onto the floor and my cousin didn't notice and ran off to the bathroom. Then, his two year old brother came into the room, and much to his delight, it looked like there was chocolate on on the floor. To make a long story short, my aunt came in and found him sitting on the ground with brown around his mouth.

    Hans
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Freudian psychoanalysts, rejoice!

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    Sergio Bicerra
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yummy! Raisins!... Wait a minute...

    Jason H.
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ahhhhhh haaaaa looool wtf??!!

    Rob LeBlanc
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WTF are there butt nuggets in the window sill? :/

    Aline S. Catao
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least it is organised... "easy" to clean.... :/

    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They (my twins) totally did line them up pretty nicely for me. They were even proud to show me what they did when I walked into the room 😂

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    Jace
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does the smell not put children off from playing with s**t??

    Jason H.
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ahhhhhhaaahaaaaalooolwt?!!

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    #6

    Thanks For "Helping" Mommy Clean... With An Entire Package Of Wipes

    Thanks For "Helping" Mommy Clean... With An Entire Package Of Wipes

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    Lauren Southwood
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My one year old has been doing this since she was able to grasp things...

    Megan Mose
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    can you put them up higher?

    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What you don't see in the picture is the gate that's behind them is one of those play yards. I used to put them in there so they were enclosed and couldn't get into trouble. Well, they became strong enough to push it across the room. The wipes were inside a backpack on top of a piece of furniture. They somehow got to it, unzipped it, and got the wipes. Kids are def little scavengers! lol

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    #7

    "Co-Sleeping Is The Best" Said No Parent Ever!

    "Co-Sleeping Is The Best" Said No Parent Ever!

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    Tallulah
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I swear this is me with my son

    Enea
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Haha, somehow the four of us always end up together in our queen sized bed: the toddler in starfish shape in the middle, the baby across our headspace, my husband squeezed to one side, and myself curled along the bottom half of the bed. Kind of feels like playing Tetris.

    Stefano Foresi
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least are the hands, not the feet..

    Ildiko Okido
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can NOT sleep with one of my sons next to me in my bed. I always end up getting an elbow in my face ...like every ten minutes.

    Tamara Keegan
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your eyes ... they show a weary soul.

    Hans
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even the expression of passive-aggressive carelessness in the little one's face. Children are adorable sociopaths. ;)

    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know that one day I will miss having my babies want to be so close to me, but in the meantime, getting punched or kicked in the face every night is kinda annoying. lol

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    #8

    "Pick Me Up!!!"

    "Pick Me Up!!!"

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    Kevser TJurkovic
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Story of my last 2 months with a 13 mo little monster

    Karolina Zimińska
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mine does the same. With EXACTLY the same face :D

    Susann Campbell
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some one needs extra love. The needy one must be the middle child.

    Hans
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Delight looks differently.

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    #9

    "Diapers? I Don't See Any Diapers"

    "Diapers? I Don't See Any Diapers"

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    Susanne Pachtmann
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least they didn't "open them". As long as they stay that flat you can put them away. My little one did the same thing but did even unfold them...

    Benny Lava
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No need for them anyway. I see that you've got plenty of windows at your place.

    #10

    Can't Get A Good Selfie With The Kids

    Can't Get A Good Selfie With The Kids

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    Tallulah
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This pretty much sums up my family

    Wendy Fitzkloo
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Herding cats would have been easier

    #11

    3 Sick Kids. Not Fun

    3 Sick Kids. Not Fun

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    Ildiko Okido
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like they're too sick to misbehave. Just wait 'till they get a little better. 😊

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    Susann Campbell
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When they hurt, you hurt , not a blessing.

    Verena Heisenberg
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can we say "at least all of them are sick and you don't have to deal with this like for 3 weeks and one after another"? Or am I totally wrong here as a non-parent?

    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Def not wrong. It's so hard when they are all sick at the same time, but I def like it better than prolonging my nights up with a sick child. This way, it's over and done with so when I or my husband catch their colds, it is when they are starting to feel better! UGH!!! lol

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    Roos
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am one of three children and I know that my mother have take care of three sick kids a lot.

    #12

    Just 1 Family Selfie. That's All I Ask

    Just 1 Family Selfie. That's All I Ask

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    #13

    Oh, Thank You For Taking Off Your Diaper. Is That Poo Behind You?

    Oh, Thank You For Taking Off Your Diaper. Is That Poo Behind You?

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    Heather Ducote
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My pediatrician had a great solution! Cut the feet off of footie sleepers and put them on backwards so the zipper is in the back. Then the kiddo can't get the sleeper off to get to their diaper.

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is perfect!!!! I'm gonna try it. Although, with twins, they'll prob end up helping each other take off the other one's sleeper.

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    Kim Harris
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel your pain I deal with this Everytime there's a nap or bedtime. Smh

    Jason H.
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that poo behind you?! Just a little...

    NWB
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    sleeping bags even light ones in summer are a winner! no poo!!

    Kevin Donegan
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Is that poo behind you" ... on the curtain!

    Valentina Yakovleva
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    @Janet: diapers that you pull up as pants and when you need to remove them, you just break them on the sides

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like Pull-Ups or Easy-Ups? Yeah, that doesn't work either. They just pull them down. I seriously was thinking about duct taping the diapers on when they sleep! lol

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    #14

    Oh The Sweet Sound Of Silence Times 2

    Oh The Sweet Sound Of Silence Times 2

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    Afra Alasri
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know that feeling🤣 like turning off a vacuum cleaner

    Hans
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The body flexibility is only surpassed by sleeping cats.

    #15

    Potty Training 1 Is Hard. Potty Training Twins Is Exhausting!

    Potty Training 1 Is Hard. Potty Training Twins Is Exhausting!

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    Tallulah
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey. Don't be mad!!! They're being quiet!!!

    Marija Natkova Em Todorova
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least they do sit in the potty and try doing it..

    Jewel Farmer
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, at least they're sitting. My son was 4 when he finally (finally!!) decided to use the potty, and he was out of diapers after that.

    ReeRee Yarbrough
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my oldest daughter potty trained herself by spending so much time in time out she had to bring her potty chair lol

    Jason H.
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it's freakin hilarious when kids read or use a tablet while taking a poop lol

    #16

    Just Sit On The Stairs And I'll Take Your Picture. Not So Simple

    Just Sit On The Stairs And I'll Take Your Picture. Not So Simple

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    #17

    The Cool Kid

    The Cool Kid

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    Wendy Fitzkloo
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because the sun is so bright on planet cool

    #18

    This Is Not What I Had In Mind When We Decided To Have A Playroom

    This Is Not What I Had In Mind When We Decided To Have A Playroom

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    Giacinta Shidler
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG, we had one of those racks with the cloth bins. Our 3yo destroyed it. I mean he literally pulled it apart to bits to where it was totally unsalvageable. I hope this one is more heavy duty!

    Audra Granath
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I tried that as well. We made the 3rd bedroom into the playroom & just put both babies in the nursery together. That didn't work at all. Not only could we not get into the playroom cuz of all the toys but my older boy would continuously wake the baby cuz he wanted to play. We ended up moving the baby back into the former playroom & just distributing the toys among the 2 rooms.

    Linda Gulley
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You need to remove a lot of those toys when they are sleeping or not around.

    Dolores Alvarado
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wouldn't mind that for a playroom!!!!

    Cathrine Simone
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had packed everything out of reach and would give one-two set of toys at a time. When done it had to be packed back up in it's storage box and handed in before being given another. I started early, 2-3. If I was around for the play time, things changed, we'd take out more toys at a time, of course I packed them all back up after.

    Rob LeBlanc
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's because it's too damn small. ;)

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is a normal sized bedroom. I dare not take a pic of the whole room 'cause a fire martial might be knocking on my door! lol I clean it, they destroy it within minutes.

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    #19

    Just A Half Of A Cupcake. Can't Be Too Messy. Ugh

    Just A Half Of A Cupcake. Can't Be Too Messy. Ugh

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    Hans
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Note to self: age threshold for crumbly food set to at least 5.

    Lianna Valdez
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not to bad I have seen worse with one Oreo.

    #20

    Never A Clean House

    Never A Clean House

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    TheReader19
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like someone once said to me clean up when they leave home!

    Heather Keedy Bateman
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kids can destroy a room like it's their JOB! LOL!!

    Tamara Keegan
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like having three tiny tornados going through the house constantly. I can't imagine.

    ReeRee Yarbrough
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    actually its more than possible i have 4 kids 3 all young together I was an OCD, neat freak , who had no problem keeping my home clean. I woke about 5 am made a few loaves of Banana bread for breakfast and dessert that night. I cooked breakfast and while keeping it warmed I got kid number 1 awake and bathed as she had to go to school by 11 am, kid number 2 would get awake diaper changed and big sister would eat her breakfast while number 2 got bottle and bath. kid 3 same routine thankfully all of them were out of diapers by time number 4 came along. It can be done, u just have to make a routine

    #21

    It's Always Fun When Your Kid Wakes Up Covered In Blood

    It's Always Fun When Your Kid Wakes Up Covered In Blood

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    Kim Harris
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It takes a person who has never had to children to say that. This is a realistic look at how it is to be a stay at home mom, a job that in today's world is underappreciated and looked down upon as not being a full-time job. It may be stressful and at times you just want to sit in a room and cry but thats part of being a mom. No mother has a home that is perfection, no mother has never had poop on her hand or gum in her hair or a child that has marker or food or throw up on them. I'm sure even your mom when you were growing up went through the same thing. But the rewards of being a parent far out way all of the gross chaotic moments along the way. Do not judge someone that has given us a look into their daily lives, if people didn't let us see how things trully are, people like you would just keep having the unrealistic view of how it is to be a parent.

    ReeRee Yarbrough
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my oldest daughter would projectile vomit over 8 ft from where i was holding her. She nursed and it happened until she was about a yr and a half

    Alusair Alustriel
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    8 years ago

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    I've mentioned that before already, commenting another similar article, but the way the parenting is presented nowadays makes me never want to have kids. I understand that this photo compilation is supposed to be funny and "real" and truthful, but what I get from it is that as a mother you are always tired, messing with poop in one way or another, your house is a kingdom of dirt and mess and is full of neverending crying for no obvious reason. I find all this repulsive. Not to mention I wonder if the kids will be happy in a few years that photos of their poop, peeing, them pooping and peeing went to the web... I know nothing bad is showed, but still, you wouldn't post yourself on the toilet that eagerly, would you?

    Fiona Hodgson-Kerry
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't have kids. It's real. If you find it repulsive bugger off. It's a but of light hearted fun which allows us mummies need to feel normal. It's not all rainbows and unicorns. Grow up.

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    #22

    Did I Mention Potty Training Is Messy?

    Did I Mention Potty Training Is Messy?

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    Wendy Fitzkloo
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If it's a boy that is basically the best it is going to get, ever

    NWB
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mum put me straight on the loo, she said i never wanted to use the potty as know one else in the house was! lol

    Tallulah
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ugghhh. Time to get a new potty training seat.

    Bunnies are better!!
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No!! It's the cleanest thing EVER!! said nobody ever

    Gloria Gonzales
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is so funny. I have my memories.

    Linda Gulley
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used a seat that fit on the toilet. I never had to clean one of those horrible things, and the seat was portable.

    #23

    Oh, The Sweet Sound Of Silence

    Oh, The Sweet Sound Of Silence

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    The Alchemist
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Savor the silence while it lasts.

    Corey Smith
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Indeed, unless it's the "uh-oh" type of silence.

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    TheReader19
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No child is loved more than when their asleep

    Hans
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mobile phone's camera shutter simulation sound: "click". Kid: __o o_O "wuahhhhhhhhhhhh"

    #24

    What Now?

    What Now?

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    Caroline Allnutt
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want a superman tutu.... do they make that in adult sizes?

    stacyh
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Found one! https://www.etsy.com/listing/203208439/superman-inspired-tutu-dress?&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_b-clothing-girls_clothing-costumes&utm_custom1=f4a5a349-a0ce-46ee-a6f0-c92a79e4c097&gclid=CjwKEAjwwcjGBRDj-P7TwcinyBkSJADymblTD_ODBODQiRi1-t3PqkzQ1vCj8aMN-bOLBMPoAgt7KxoCa4Hw_wcB

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    #25

    I Just Want To Take Your Picture

    I Just Want To Take Your Picture

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    Jason H.
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seems that lil boy is ALWAYS crying, even though his sisters are fine.

    Hans
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably because he has two sisters. :P

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    Ksenia
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seems he doesn't like to be photographed))) Little cutie)))

    #26

    Just One Piece Of Chocolate

    Just One Piece Of Chocolate

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    Dolores Alvarado
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is no such thing as one piece of anything to a child. Lol

    Ksenia
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They are so much alike!)))

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