Get Premium
Dark mode theme is available exclusively for premium users. Learn more about the benefits of subscribing.
Dark Mode 
No fees, cancel anytime 
2.1Mviews
40 Parents Are Sharing All The Hilariously Absurd Reasons Why Their Kids Cry, And You Couldn’t Make Them Up
There are many reasons to cry, but it's usually the kinds of extreme feelings of happiness or sadness that get the waterworks flowing. Not for kids, though. Kids quickly learn that crying, meltdowns and temper tantrums get a reaction from their parents, and can begin bawling in dramatic fashion at the drop of a hat.
Because we know this, we are allowed to laugh at the seemingly cataclysmic situations that these cry babies find themselves in. Although it might seem that someone is about to die, the kid just isn't allowed to eat the cat food. Or throw books at her parent's faces. Or any of the other absurd reasons why kids decide to show their skills on how to cry. As a sequel to our previous post, we here at Bored Panda have made another list of the hilariously ridiculous reasons people caught kids crying for. So scroll down below to check it out and share your own fussy baby stories in the comments!
This post may include affiliate links.
#1
The Golden Gate Bridge Isn’t Actually Golden
Dream Wolf 5 years ago
To be fair, the name is pretty deceiving for a kid. I used to think it was gold too
But what are some legitimate reasons why your child might cry? There is usually something deeper going on behind these tantrums over nothing, the most common of which is over-tiredness. One of the most frequent reasons cry is just simple fatigue, and it can lead to some pretty irrational behavior.
Keep an eye out for common signs of tiredness like as rubbing eyes, yawning or looking a little glazed over in the eyes. It might just be time to settle your little one down for a nap to help them get back into a better mood, and not fly into a temper for the most absurd reasons.
#2
Life Is Super Tough When You Can’t Pick Up The Book You Want Because You’re Sitting On It
knittin' kitten 5 years ago
Problem solving learning experience. He's not got it figured out is all. He'll learn
#3
We Wouldn’t Let Him Swim In The Sea. He Can’t Swim & Its 6 Degrees
Destini Robinson 5 years ago
Whether it was Celsius or Farenheit, it's a good thing you didn't let him.
Just we get a little grumpy and diva-like when we are hungry, so do kids. Usually they will tell you straight out that they are peckish, but for kids who can't speak yet, crying is the way to get their point across. So if ridiculous reactions to silly things are occuring, reach for a healthy snack and see if that helps.
Kids can get stressed out too, which can also be a cause of irrational crying. Some parents, while meaning well, can overload and over stimulate their kids with playdates, soccer practice, language lessons, you name it. Sometimes kids need a little peace and calm so they can relax and unwind, just like we do.
#4
She Wanted Ravioli For Dinner
#5
He Wants To Get On The Bus. The Bus On The TV
Kids can be hungry for attention, and if they have learned that crying gets it, they will keep it up. Even negative attention, telling them to stop it and shut up for example, reinforces this kind of behavior. If you know your child is having a tantrum purely for the attention, it's best to ignore them. It's no fun to scream and shout the house down if nobody is listening!
If you give plenty of positive attention to your child, this kind of attention-seeking should be less of an issue. Let them know that good behavior is rewarded with positive reinforcement, offer lavish praise and set aside some time each day to play, together, one on one.
#6
He Does Not Want Me To Take His "Sticker" Away. At Least It Might Absorb The Tears!
Nimthirielle 5 years ago
Haha! My daughter did that, she put it on her mouth and said it was her doctor mask! :D
#7
I ‘Refused’ To Switch The Sun Off So His Pumpkin Could Light Up
Dream Wolf 5 years ago
I love that kids seem to think that parents have these magical powers that can manipulate the world around them. It's kind sweet
So, funny as these irrational kids and their tantrums might be, there is bound to be another reason beyond the 'wrong color M&M' to their distress. Let the tantrum run its course, and find out the real reason why your kid is acting like such a diva!
#8
The Face Of Someone Who's Mom Wouldn't Let Him Hold His Own Poop In His Hands
#9
I Wouldn’t Let Him Eat A Battery For Breakfast....
#10
The Daffodils Are Gone, And I Can't Bring Them Back
#11
He Suddenly Wanted His Cycling Backpack
meow point1 5 years ago
Maybe he had a dream about it and is confusing it with reality because of his young age.
#12
I Killed A Bug In The Laundry Room. Apparently It Was Her Best Friend
#13
I Told Her She Couldn't Go Inside The Dishwasher
#14
I Told Him He Had To Stop Biting The Cat
#15
He Wanted The Yellow Cup, So I Gave Him The Yellow Cup. Now His Life Is Ruined
#16
Wouldn’t Buy Her Women’s Razors
#17
Won't Let Her Throw Books At My Face
#18
Because She Doesn't Have "More Toes" To Paint
The Girl on Fire 5 years ago
Hey, her fingernails aren't painted. Just tell her those are her extra toes.
#19
Sean Said The Word...green
#20
He Wants Me To Reattach The Nails I Clipped Off His Feet.
#21
I Bought Him A Kite. Obviously, I'm A Monster
#22
I Won't Let Him Eat The Cat's Food
#23
All That Hard Work On The Toilet Only To Find Out Your Mommy Flushed Your Poo Before You Got To Say Your Good-Byes.
#24
Daddy Touched My Balloon
#25
I Didn't Let Her Run Into The Road
#26
Told Her No To A Bath After She Just Got Out Of A Bath
#27
I Won’t Let Him Eat Trash
#28
Do You Want Me To Let The Ducks Out?
#29
Because We Got Her A Unicorn Birthday Cake, Just Like She Wanted
#30
He Couldn’t Take Off His Pants, And Then Escalated When He Couldn’t Find The Booger That Fell From His Nose
#31
She Dropped A Stool On My Toe And I Said “Ouch”
meow point1 5 years ago
Sympathy probably. She's still too young to properly understand that it would hurt, and the parent saying, 'ouch' lets her know that it does and she's crying because she caused her mother/father pain.
#32
I Handed Her The Wrong Pink Marker
#33
I Wouldn’t Let Her Drink The Chemicals Under The Sink
#34
Wouldn’t Let Her Eat The Bath Bomb
#35
She Is So Mad That My Shoes Don’t Fit Her!
#36
Because There Was A Piece Of Fuzz On His Leg!
#37
I Wouldn’t Let Him Pull His High Chair Over And Die
#38
She Asked Specifically For Two M&m’s. I Gave Her Two M&m’s
#39
We Got A New Microwave
Add New Image
What do you think ?
Kaisu 5 years ago
Posts like these remind me that my choice to never have children was the correct one
Hans 5 years ago
I think the decision to have or to not have children should be respected in any case. But how is this related to this posting? As a parent, most of these situations would have been quite funny, eventually also for the child. Laugh and cry together. And I can tell you, with children for every time you cry you get 10 times you laugh. And no laugh is as funny than the laugh of a children going full bezerk in a cuddle-and-tickle battle.
Load More Replies...
Lazy Panda 5 years ago
I used to babysit a kid who once cried because her imaginary hamburger in her imaginary restaurant didn’t have ketchup
Kaisu 5 years ago
Posts like these remind me that my choice to never have children was the correct one
Hans 5 years ago
I think the decision to have or to not have children should be respected in any case. But how is this related to this posting? As a parent, most of these situations would have been quite funny, eventually also for the child. Laugh and cry together. And I can tell you, with children for every time you cry you get 10 times you laugh. And no laugh is as funny than the laugh of a children going full bezerk in a cuddle-and-tickle battle.
Load More Replies... Lazy Panda 5 years ago
I used to babysit a kid who once cried because her imaginary hamburger in her imaginary restaurant didn’t have ketchup
You May Like Just 30 Hilariously Random Posts Shared On This Insta Account (New Pics) This Instagram Account Posts “The Funniest Tweets You’ll Ever Read” (50 New Pics) 50 Cringeworthy Design Fails That Are So Bad, They're Funny
Greta Jaruševičiūtė
Evelina Šiukšterytė
Ilona Baliūnaitė
Related on Bored Panda
