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Let’s face it, parenting is one of the biggest challenges that we’ll ever have to face in our lives. It’s right up there alongside fighting off an alien invasion, surviving a zombie apocalypse, rocket science, and plugging in a USB cable on the first try. So it’s no wonder that most parents are less than perfect. In fact, it’s pretty much the norm.

However, they’re nowhere near the level that some of the parents featured on the ‘Parents Are Effing Dumb’ subreddit are. There, you’ll find some of the biggest fails that will make you gasp, shout “think of the children!”, and think about taking these people’s parenting license away. Remember to buckle up and upvote the pics that made your jaw drop as you scroll down the rollercoaster that is this descent into parenting weirdness.

When it comes to parenting, both extremes—absolute perfectionism/trying to be a ‘perfect’ parent and not trying hard enough—can be harmful to the family. And while it’s very clear what bad parenting is, perfectionism is more insidious and sneaky and can actually end up being just as harmful as actual neglect or ignorance, though in a very different way. We spoke about the pitfalls of this with an expert in the field of psychology.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow that just hit me hard. I still have that happen to me and I'm 43. And it absolutely crushes my soul. Just the other day I thought "wow, I seriously cannot do anything right."

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    Emma Morton, a researcher at the University of British Columbia, explained to Bored Panda the pitfalls of perfectionist thinking and how it spreads to many areas of a person’s life, contributing to poor mental health and even depression.

    Believing that you should (or even that you can) be a so-called ‘perfect’ parent is actually detrimental to your health. What’s more, the belief that you can control every single outcome can spread to other areas of your life, not just parenting.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love when teenagers actually start to think for themselves, and not just repeating what they parents think

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    “When we set excessive and inflexible high standards for ourselves and become self-critical about not meeting those, perfectionism can become a problem for our mental health and potentially contribute to depression or suicidal thoughts,” researcher Morton said.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stop the planet, I want to get off. That's the worst thing I've ever read.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s just the same as smashing down a Lego set, or destroying paintings, or any other project. It’s destroying property! And hours and hours of care and passion.

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    Eslamala
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Addiction is a disease, and it's NEVER compatible with kids in the house. Downvote all you want, but people with that kind of problems should never be the caretakers of kids. Ever.

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    “Perfectionism is a very insidious problem—even if someone achieves great success in their personal or professional life, negative thinking patterns lead them to be highly self-critical, focus on perceived mistakes, or mentally discount their achievements,” Morton detailed that a perfectionist mindset dims even the biggest victories when we tend to laser-in on the various real and imagined flaws.

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    TmKhr
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's sad when people who really want children can't have them, and then horrible people like these have kids. Not fair.

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    The anxiety surrounding perfectionism is just as much about personal pride as it is about the desire to be respected and liked by others. “People who struggle with perfectionism may worry that they will be judged for their perceived failures, feel that they are inadequate for needing help, or assume they will be a burden on their family and friends,” she said, adding that this can make perfectionists especially vulnerable mentally and emotionally.

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    As such, it’s very important that parents who make mistakes with their kids don’t overcorrect and land in the ‘perfectionist’ zone. Similarly, any parents who realize that they’re being inflexible with their standards and are overly critical of their and their kids’ (real or perceived) faults need to learn to hold back and allow room for (at least some) failure. After all, learning to deal with failure and drawing wisdom from our mistakes is what being human is all about. One thing's for sure, though: nobody wants to be that parent who ends up on 'Parents Are Effing Dumb.'

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    Little Wonder
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh god, there should be laws against this sort of "family youtube" thing. Using your kids for views and cash is revolting.

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    Ryan Deschanel
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Those Japanese cartoons are too violent. Here, watch this documentary about the genocide in Vendée on the French-German channel."

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's pretty much the same as if she killed her daughter on the spot. Send her to prison, now.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can make other babies, but opportunities to feel like you are relevant on a social media are important.

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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Old people think they are gods, they always think they are always right about everything. Edit : not all of them, obviously, but it is more like a general tendency.

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    Lauren Caswell
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can see the composite in my head now from all I've seen that I couldn't stop: "how many times must I tell you *name*?! We *smack* don't *smack* hit *smack* people *wrenches kid away by the arm*

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those people should be fined, and do community service by volunteering at hospitals.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My MIL collects golli-dolls. I asked her mother (my wife's grandmother) about it a few years back. She told me that after the war, they were left with nothing, rationing was the only thing keeping them fed. She was out begging one day with her infant child (my MIL) and someone gave her a golli doll and she has kept it ever since. The doll, to my MIL, was the first and only gift she would receive as a child and holds huge sentimentality, if her house caught fire, she would try to save them, before her husband. She knows and understands why they are racist, but for her, they represent something else, kindness, charity, safety and childhood.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My parents didn't take my door, but they had the same attitude to privacy. They still do.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have good news for you. You can stop worrying about your son getting a girl pregnant.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cement burns and irritates skin- the kid needs to be washed off immediately. Whoever took the photo and/or stood watching this is a nunt

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Times were different. Usually the owner of store knew parents smoked etc.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this person is actually evil. Maybe she will learn her lesson when she is not invited to his wedding, never meets her grandchildren, and is cremated in the cheapest casket and thrown away in the nearest lake with just a small prayer and two flowers.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bet the others enjoy it as much as she does *facepalm*

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You took away your 2 year old's IPhone? That is beyond cruel! How will he text his friends?

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    omg i was about to comment "what do you know, maybe she's having a bbq with guests and she's in charge for the booze" THEN I SAW IT

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you 'never understand' why people make mistakes, you're another reason why people think they could never make a mistake, don't use any kind of failsafe, make a mistake, and have dire consequences.

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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You could teach him the valuable lesson that, no matter how hard he works and how good he follows rules, people with power (you in that case) will never let him see a reward for it, let alone have some time to relax and recharge. That will teach him a lot about life. Or push him to burnout/suicide and stuff.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    oh my god yes. i worked on homework so late last night and haven't gotten a break in too long. I'm so tired.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A friend's son spent an inordinate amount of time playing videos. Even though he was getting good grades in school and pulling his weight with household chores, the parents were concerned. But instead of punishing him, the father taught his son how to build a computer. He's also learning to code. You just never know how their interests can develop, so don't stifle it.

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    I would back you up here but some of their concern is valid. He's not sneaking a girl into his room but what if he was. What if they were having intercourse and he did get her pregnant? Then you have a whole different issue. At the same time it's their fault that they don't teach him about it t condoms and stuff.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Playing video games actually results in increased brain power. Not quite like reading, but it expands eye/hand co-ordination, the ability to make decisions quickly and knowing that you are totally responsible for the fate of your character.

    Kendra Miller
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you're concerned about screen time being bad for your child. Don't set limits, instead do everything you know is good for a child's development before settling down in front of TV. Such as going for a walk, making crafts, playing outside etc.

    KimTx
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He should definitely get a weekend job. No use letting him reap the reward of hard work.

    Bobby
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless he's ignoring his responsibilities and taking care of himself why not let the kid play?

    Justin Seagull
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you are so keen on not letting him play video games, have you tried TALKING to him? Asking him what else he would love to do?

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let him play some games. Just not more than 3 hours a day. Also make sure he does his homework.

    Jim Wamsley
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    STFU. What is your reason that he doesn't need to play games? What do you do for recreation? Maybe you don't need to be doing that and engage in some real parenting.

    Susan Williams
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is a terrible problem. I don't know what to do either. Maybe I should just cry for the injustice of his doing this awful thing.

    cocoapicasso
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    works hard? good grades? good LORDY let the kid do his gaming to relax. why do people think this is concerning behavior???

    EJN
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And you probably don't NEED that beer you like to drink....

    Barbara Vandewalle
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is so wrong with having some fun down time. It is not as if he is doing something harmful. Tell him has to take meal breaks and talk WITH him, do not ignore him.

    Amanda Hunter
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ask yourself if you need all those clothes, accessories and make-up.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I fail to see the problem with the boy. I do see the problem with the adult though...

    Baali Venomax
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well what should he be doing over the weekend, INSTEAD of the games? Are you offering an alternative for his boredom when hes not in school or just being confusing?

    Jane Alexander
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You should back off, give him his space to do what he likes whether you think he 'needs' it or not. Whatever he likes to do with his free time is his call. BTW what are you doing that you don't need to do?

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    let him play , if you're rewarding him let him do what he WANTS to do

    Brian Bennett
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mind your own business and leave the kid alone. He sounds great you don't want him I'll be happy to.

    Thomas Es Thomas
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Play the video games with him and get better at them than he is. Eventually this will lead to better bonding.

    Steve Wilson
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, by all means teach him that hard work & good grades are for suckers. Give him a head start in adulthood.

    Carol Emory
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let him play so he learns the lesson that if you work hard and succeed, you get rewarded most of the time. Let him have his fun!!

    Ryan Deschanel
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So... If it doesn't directly helps him not die, he does not get it?

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think I would be able to hold myself back and not call my child Cash if my last name was money. I would have to rely on my wife as the voice of reason.

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    Eslamala
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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is an actual fckn reason for that, you neglectful dumbfck.

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    Ryan Deschanel
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Won't love their son because he is gay... Thinks hypnosis can change him... And wants to pay extra if he does humiliating things... Thrice sad.

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    Ryan Deschanel
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My father murdered my two goldfish, which were basically my only friends. It still hurts.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ok so please dont think all Christians are like this. I am Christian. I wear a mask whenever I go outside, I am not anti-vax, I do not like essential oils, and I DO NOT SUPPOURT TRUMP. Yes, this just me, I know there are very crazy Christians, like the ones above, and I do not agree with them. I just wanted to let you guys know that we aren't all like this. I'd like to think that I am not crazy by your defenition, but just remember that there are steryotypes that don't represent some on the population. Thanks for listening to my rant.

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    Ryan Deschanel
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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Parents would rather die than admit they are wrong. One day, I demanded that my grandmother apologizes... She laughed. It was like a real life glitch.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a night shift worker, this hurts in my soul. My mom asked me to drive her to the airport between a run of night shifts. After all, it’s noon, middle of the day. But that’s my midnight

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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be honest you don't even know the backstory. Maybe mummy is always complaining about her backpain and her daughter figured out how to avoid housework.

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    Parents Encouraging Kids To Burn Masks On Idaho Capitol Steps Indoctrination Worse Than Taking Your Kid To Church

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People buying new masks to burn them... masks that are made out of plastics... Masks that would be more useful for other people... And these parents can vote?!

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    #63

    Yes, That's A Birthing Pool, And Yes, The Toddler Is Having A Slurp

    Yes, That's A Birthing Pool, And Yes, The Toddler Is Having A Slurp

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    #64

    Punishing Your Kids By Destroying Their Stuff For Not Giving Up Their Privacy

    Punishing Your Kids By Destroying Their Stuff For Not Giving Up Their Privacy

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    JennyLaRue
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, I'm sure teaching children to destroy things when they don't get their own way won't have any repercussions further down the line at all.

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    #65

    How Hard Is It To Tell Someone To Get Off The Forbidden Area

    How Hard Is It To Tell Someone To Get Off The Forbidden Area

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    #66

    Not Only Teaching The Kid Racism, But Also Documenting It For The Internet

    Not Only Teaching The Kid Racism, But Also Documenting It For The Internet

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    KJ
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty sure I can figure out what the kid is doing to the shape of his eyes, scumbag parents!

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    #67

    Parents In China Drag Their Child On Edge Of Hill Just To Take Photos

    Parents In China Drag Their Child On Edge Of Hill Just To Take Photos

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    Ryan Deschanel
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At his funeral : "which urn matches the curtains better for Instagram, honey?"

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    #68

    20f. Mother And Stepfather Told Me: Take This Or You'll Have Nothing To Sleep On. Gave A Normal Mattress To My Stepfather's Son And Didnt Even Tell Me He'll Be Coming. F**k Them All

    20f. Mother And Stepfather Told Me: Take This Or You'll Have Nothing To Sleep On. Gave A Normal Mattress To My Stepfather's Son And Didnt Even Tell Me He'll Be Coming. F**k Them All

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    Ryan Deschanel
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know what it is like. When you are not the stepfather's child, you are not really a member of the family. In the hierarchy, you are between the goldfish and the cactus.

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    #69

    I Want To Show My 4 Year Old An R Rated Movie. Should I Do It?

    I Want To Show My 4 Year Old An R Rated Movie. Should I Do It?

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    #70

    Parenting Quora Is... A Trip

    Parenting Quora Is... A Trip

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    #71

    Me: Mom Do You Go Through My Phone? My Mom: No. Also My Mom:

    Me: Mom Do You Go Through My Phone? My Mom: No. Also My Mom:

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    #72

    Stupid Parent In So Many Ways

    Stupid Parent In So Many Ways

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    TmKhr
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's f*cked up. After giving birth she probably complains there's something wrong with her child.

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    #73

    They Had Their 12-15yo Boys In The Bed Of The Truck, Sitting On Dining Room Chairs, Holding Their New Glass Dining Room Table Facing The Wind For Maximum Drag On A 6 Lane Blvd

    They Had Their 12-15yo Boys In The Bed Of The Truck, Sitting On Dining Room Chairs, Holding Their New Glass Dining Room Table Facing The Wind For Maximum Drag On A 6 Lane Blvd

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    #74

    Parents Changed Their Kid And Left The Diaper And Empty Wet Wipes Pack In The Middle Of H&ms Kids Section

    Parents Changed Their Kid And Left The Diaper And Empty Wet Wipes Pack In The Middle Of H&ms Kids Section

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    Little Wonder
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to find nappies (diapers) crammed in behind the picture books when I worked in a library. We HAD a change table available, I guess it was too far away.

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    #75

    Not Forcing Your Toddler To Drink Beer Totally Makes You A Sissy

    Not Forcing Your Toddler To Drink Beer Totally Makes You A Sissy

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    StrawberryParfait
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh ffs--this was not a big deal. I took sips of my parent's drinks as a child. SIPS. I wanted to know how it tasted, and no harm was done. I did not get drunk, and I did not grow up to be an alcoholic. I rarely drink as an adult--a few glasses of wine a year and that's about it. Also, people need to stop thinking that North American culture is some kind of moral compass. In Italy and France, children will drink wine mixed with water with dinner. Jesus H. Christ, this scolding "woke" generation is a peevish pain in the ass.

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    #78

    "L-Like This, Mommy?"

    "L-Like This, Mommy?"

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    Vorknkx
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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pushing it too far. As an old proverb in my country goes: "The excessive saint is not loved even by God."

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    #79

    Gee I Wonder Why People Were Being Rude?

    Gee I Wonder Why People Were Being Rude?

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    #81

    I Hate Parents That Don't Care About Their Children's Health

    I Hate Parents That Don't Care About Their Children's Health

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    #82

    Yes Please

    Yes Please

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    Watching
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just a different way of saying "I'm too stupid to use birth control."

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    #83

    Leaving A Burning Candle In Front Of A Toddler

    Leaving A Burning Candle In Front Of A Toddler

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    WilvanderHeijden
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And that's how children learn to be careful with fire. This kind of parenting was normal when I was young and I never felt the urge to participate in stupid social media challenges like the Tide Pod Challenge or the Bird Box challenge because I learned you've got to think about all the possible consequences of your actions.

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    #84

    Coder Mom Gets Mad At Her Son For Using His Resources

    Coder Mom Gets Mad At Her Son For Using His Resources

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    #86

    I Watched The Sonic Movie And There Was No "D**n S**t Bast**d" In It Parents Need To Stop Lying

    I Watched The Sonic Movie And There Was No "D**n S**t Bast**d" In It Parents Need To Stop Lying

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    #87

    Not Only That, But Those Quotations Too!!

    Not Only That, But Those Quotations Too!!

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    #88

    Got This Beauty From A Parenting Sub!

    Got This Beauty From A Parenting Sub!

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    SilverSkyCloud
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    if the child has special needs then i can understand the parent wanting to stay with her but if not its either creepy or helicopter parenting

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    #89

    Do Idiots In Truck Beds Count?

    Do Idiots In Truck Beds Count?

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    Little Wonder
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eh, I dunno about this one. I used to ride in the back of the ute, but on the other hand it wasn't in traffic.

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    #93

    I'll Take "Things Kids Didn't Say For 2000, Alex"

    I'll Take "Things Kids Didn't Say For 2000, Alex"

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    #94

    Leaving A 2 Year Old Unattended To Play Office With Your Old Computer That Still Works

    Leaving A 2 Year Old Unattended To Play Office With Your Old Computer That Still Works

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    Dawn Marie
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, they can. Had the same issue with my son. He is now 22 and still loves buttons!!

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    #95

    Buying Brand New White Furniture When You Have A Toddler

    Buying Brand New White Furniture When You Have A Toddler

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    Demi Zwaan
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not teaching your 6 year old not to draw on furniture. Come on, that is the parenting fail, not the fact that he has white furniture.

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