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Parenting isn’t always a stroll in the park. Sometimes, it can feel like riding a unicycle on a tightrope while juggling four bowling pins. 

Raising a child has its fair share of stressors, and it’s all about finding the lighter side. These moms and dads did, and they’re sharing their stories on social media. They all saw the humor in their children’s whiney, sassy, and stubborn moments. 

Hopefully, these adorable little anecdotes will bring you some good vibes today. If you’re a parent reading this, see how many of these you can relate to.

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Julia Mckinney
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I almost never censored my kids music, but I actually took away a CD someone gave my daughter once. She was 9 and it was Akon's Trouble. I knew of the album but wasn't really familiar with the songs so I decided to look at the tracklist and the lyrics. I realized I didn't want my daughter listening to songs about strippers & guys getting w**dies, calling people bit**es and n***as at that age. I didn't think she should be exposed to that quite yet. I also told the mom of the kid who'd given it to her. The mom had no idea about the lyrics, her daughter had just told her that the singer was really popular at that moment and "it was what everyone was listening to".

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These posts portray parenting problems as lighthearted, and many are, indeed, laughable. However, some issues are severe enough to warrant professional intervention. 

Developing a lying habit is one of them. According to registered clinical counselor Sharon Shelby, 96% of kids lie, a concerning statistic

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Funny parenting tweet about adult children wanting chocolate advent calendars.

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Trillian
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I got a calendar every year of my life until my mom died when I was forty. I fully intend to get calendars for my kids until I die.

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Tweet about parenting humor: a 7-year-old’s early soccer game before 8 am on Saturday.

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Green Machine
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1 week ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

lol We've been there. The only solace is seeing the other equally tired parents, also sipping on their coffees. You share a quite nod of solidarity when you make eye contact.

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Licensed psychotherapist Dr. Terry Levy says kids lie primarily for two reasons: for social acceptance and out of fear of the consequences of telling the truth. 

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To fix this potentially irreparable problem, Dr. Levy advises against doling out punishment or lecturing. Instead, he recommends helping children understand the natural consequence: people will not believe them. 

“It’s much more productive to diminish the advantages your child gets from lying—take away the payoffs,” Dr. Levy wrote in an article for LinkedIn.

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Tweet about parenting humorously sharing a child's antics with Alexa at a parent-teacher conference.

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Passerby
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would say this is overall a win for the parents. She at least knows when and where to act appropriately, which is a wonderful thing to learn. But I understand your struggle. I don't have children, but I am a teacher. I know some students aren't bad really, but they can be so maddening sometimes.

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Many children are also picky eaters. In an article for Harvard Health Publishing, primary care pediatrician Dr. Claire McCarthy points out that being selective about meals is a child’s way of asserting independence. 

Dr. McCarthy also mentioned a study by the American Academy of Pediatrics, noting that picky eaters tend to hold on to their habits for longer. That’s why she recommends training children to be open about different foods, beginning at the age of 2, before they start developing a mind of their own.

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Funny parenting tweet exchange about school candy dilemma.

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reuben kift
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm not a parent but if my own son said that to me, I'd be like: "Yeah, fair enough, take it."

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Funny tweet about parenting: bedtime turns into a lively musical adventure as perceived by kids.

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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What I say: "It's time for bed." & What my cat hears: "Start running around like crazy, making weird noises and knocking objects down."

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Funny parenting tweet about a toddler asking to sleep late, humorously encouraging them to do so.

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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This has the same energy as my cousin, at about 6, making a 'deal' that for every bite of his grilled cheese, he got to eat an olive. We were all like, "...Sure? Not going to argue with you."

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Temper tantrums are typical among children. However, they can become problematic if they occur frequently in public. Fussiness is usually a way for a child to express their frustrations. According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, these episodes typically last for 15 minutes. 

If it happens in public, pediatric psychologist Dr. Jennifer Katzenstein recommends bringing the child to a safe place where the parent can keep an eye on them. She then suggests letting the child have a tantrum while managing the stares and glances from others. 

Dr. Katzenstein also reminds parents of the importance of reminding themselves they are doing the right thing.

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Meanwhile, Dr. Levy recommends a more proactive approach, which begins with an assessment. He suggests asking an important question: Does the child have the self-control to behave in public? 

From there, parents can choose not to bring their children along or give them another chance. If the incident happens again, consequences may be warranted. 

“Actions speak louder than words, and your child will soon realize you mean business,” he wrote.

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Tweet about parenting experience with a humorous take on a mom's superpower of patience and sleep deprivation.

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Manic Mama
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I once asked my 3 daughters what my superpower was, and in unison they all said "Saying No". Older woman in the same supermarket aisle overheard & nearly fell into the freezer laughing.

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Funny tweet about parenting experiences with kids eagerly awaiting advent calendars.

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Sue Denham
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, someone should make some kind of calendar that counts down to when you can start using your advent calendar. Maybe put chocolates in it?

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Readers, we’d like to hear from you, too. Especially for moms and dads out there, do you have similar stories you can share? What are the common challenges you face as parents? Comment below!

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Funny tweet about parenting: "I put my daughter to bed, she came down asking if cats have shoulders."

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Marianne
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

At this time of the day, I also had to answer questions like "Do bacteria have to eat, too?" or "Can burglars come to the pool, too?"

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Funny parenting tweet about the impossibility of having both kids and an organized home.

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Brenda Spagnola-Wilson
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ours was flashlights. Actually had to hide a few for emergencies. Cleaning out her room at age 7? We found 6 full-sized flashlights, 5 mini flashlights, a HUGE 18-20 inch heavy one we thought we'd lost camping, our 2 emergency lanterns, the crank flashlight we got her, and probably every damned battery we'd bought in the past 4 years!

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Funny tweet about parenting and teenage driving struggles.

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LB
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1 week ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And that's why in my country you learn with an instructor. When you're an adult.

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Tweet describing a child's unique view on the tooth fairy, showcasing funny parenting experiences.

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LakotaWolf (she/her)
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I remember finding a few of my "given to the Tooth Fairy" baby teeth in some of my parents' old stuff upstairs in the storage closet. I was a little grossed out that my parents had sentimentally kept my old discarded pieces of enamel. I then proceeded to keep all of my two current dogs' shed puppy teeth as I could XD I may not have had human offspring, but I have continued the generational saga of keeping baby teeth >_>;

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Bobby
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We have a list for each of the kids about the cute things they said wrong. Shittles instead of skittles was my favorite

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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My sister and I came up with a solution to this problem early on - "Dad. Dad. Dad. Dad. Dad" until *Mom* got annoyed enough to tell him to answer us. Still gets some use now that Dad has discovered podcasts and has earbuds in 80% of the time.

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Callie27
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

bro, I cant even remember the last time I had cinnamon rolls, not to mention homemade

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Susan
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You should definitely remove that and wash the suit before letting the kid wear that, you know...

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gijeff58
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My grandson loves the chinese buffet and when ever we go he gets a crab rangoon and a bowl of ice cream, when will I learn?

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Foxinamug
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When I last went to the hospital there was a mother and two primary school boys leaving the eye clinic, with the elder one sporting a cool new pair of chunky glasses. The younger brother was skipping down the corridor excitedly pointing out all the things his brother could now see. It was so sweet!

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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't think you want to eat anything that's been where they smuggle d***s.

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Jenn C
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

One of our students kept complaining that he was bored, so the teacher made him write a one page report on boredom.

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Aroace tiger (she/they/he)
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fun FOR YOU but some parents do not consider individual differences stuff they're doing is ruining the fun... i have personal beef with this lol

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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

2 on an empty stomach, but you're eating soon. 1 on an empty stomach and not sure when you're eating. 3-5 if you've eaten a carb heavy meal in the past 1-2 hours. 2-3 if you've eaten a regular meal in the last 1-2 hours. . But my best suggestion is take the with you and leave it in the car, along with several items you'll need to get during the festivities. 😁😆😉

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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sicilian rice balls filled with meat. Had to google it. I thought it was those disgusting sugared lemon and orange rinds and I was like ... who eats those for dinner?

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Huddo's sister
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They wouldn't survive at my house then! Our wifi goes out for half a day every week or so, plus shorter outages.

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Jenn C
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You learn pretty quickly not to ask open-ended questions. Like, do you want to? when it's not optional. What if they say no?

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Nikolaj Christensen
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wtf, what a b-word, treat your step kids as your own! As best as possible! Being "only your step child" is no excuse for social neglect!

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