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It seems that in recent years, especially with the rise of social media, parenting memes have become sort of a popular online phenomenon, providing a humorous take most parents are familiar with when it comes to the joys and challenges of raising children. The said memes seem to resonate with parents because they often depict universally shared experiences, like sleep deprivation, picky eating, and the overall chaotic family life.

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

    Me: Did you look *a place*? Kids/Husband: Yes, it's not there!! Me *goes to look at the place*: Oh, here it is!

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    Bored Panda reached out to Trista Frost, a clinical psychologist, the book author of "Parenting Toddlers: A Complete Guide for Raising Disciplined, Happier, and Confident Kids", and well-recognized parenting and relationship expert.

    When asked about the impact of parenting memes, Frost said to us, "In my view, parenting memes reflect both the joys and challenges of parenting. They do tend to exaggerate for comedic effect, which can provide a sense of relief and shared understanding. However, it's important to remember that every parenting journey is unique. A meme might provide a chuckle, but it's no substitute for genuine understanding and learning about child development and parenting strategies."

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

    Yesterday I got pulled out of a work meeting (in front of ~80 colleagues) by the police, with my kid... He didn't really do anything, just poking around where he shouldn't be, but still. He Here's hoping this is the first and only time the cops want to talk to me about something my kid has done.

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    Discussing the role of humor in parenting, the parenting expert stated, "Humor can be a powerful tool in coping with stress. When it comes to parenting memes, they can offer parents a moment of lightness in their day. It's a way of saying, 'Yes, parenting is hard, it's chaotic, but we're all in this together.' However, it's equally important to engage in constructive approaches for stress management and healthy communication with your children, which we cover in detail in the book."

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    Trista also reflected on the community-building aspect of memes, Frost shared with us a few key details, "These memes do more than just make us laugh; they also help create a sense of community. When parents engage with these memes, it often leads to conversations and shared experiences. It can feel incredibly validating to see that others are facing similar challenges, reminding parents they're not alone in their journey."

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

    It's very assuring that many people do actually still know this and use it. Sometimes it seems that this got out if fashion.

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    Benita Valdez
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even I feel this. I take care of my special need brother (he's 38) and we don't tell him we're doing something until the day of and at the earliest an hour before.

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    She also cautioned about the potential risks associated with memes, saying, "There's a fine line between humor and trivializing genuine struggles. While memes are largely harmless, they can sometimes inadvertently contribute to unrealistic parenting expectations, or make light of issues that need serious attention. It's crucial to remember that memes are not parenting advice and should not replace seeking proper help or guidance when needed."

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    Of course, we couldn't end the interview without any sort of advice for the parents, so here's what Frost recommended, "Enjoy the humor these memes offer. Laugh at them, share them, and use them as ice-breakers in your parenting circles. But also, remember to balance this with an understanding of the complexities of parenting. Your child's behavior isn't always a 'memeable moment'. Be patient, understand their emotions, hone your listening skills, and disarm your triggers as suggested in the book. That's the path to raising disciplined, happier, and confident kids."

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

    Is this how you explain the scene to your friends? 😂 Edit: oh wow! I made a funny!

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

    God, I don't fold laundry - all those tiny little clothes that sometimes don't even get worn for a whole day before getting dirty. Don't iron either. Child protection services haven't come a-knocking yet. The only judgement I get (openly) is from my mother and luckily I'm pretty immune to that after years of training!

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

    I dunno, it's been handy when driving by cows and yelling "Mooooooo!!" out the window instead of something embarrassing like "ribbit"

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    Pa4040
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...and then none of the toys get played with, but the kid rolls on top of them with his favorite blanky, then drags half of them to the living room.

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

    Sorry to be the downer. But need to note that this isnt true. Quokkas have pouches they hold their young in (think kangaroo) and when fleeing occasionally they young one will fall out. So this myth spread. Just a small public service note.

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

    My wife: "For fu*ck's sake! I'm burning! Go ask your father!" My son: "Dad, mom said I can eat 4 Twinkies for a snack." My wife (covered in bandages): "Why are there Twinkie wrappers all over the pantry?" My son: "Mom, dad let me eat 8 Twinkies and now I'm sick..." Me: "Why is Jr. sick, why is there trash in the pantry, why do you look like a mummy, and why is everyone so cross with me all the time?"

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

    Yeah, and to all those people who said I would become a "morning person" when I had kids, they were wrong. I still hate mornings but now I have people I have to look after while hating the mornings! However, once I've actually had a moment to land and straighten my head out, I love being with them!

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

    It's an interesting one. My daughter is so like me and it is therapeutic for me because I am helping her to have the childhood I couldn't by guiding her and using appropriate discipline. I frigging adore her, and I try to see that as a way for me to show myself the love I should have had. (Of course I know she is her own person and I would never want her to become just like me!)

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

    I must congratulate you for sharing exactly how I feel and that too in the best possible way. Thanks a lot. And this has provided me with a great perspective. I ensure to provide all the care and affection I can.

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

    Same! My teen mini me is my bestie and is an amazing and wonderful soul.

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

    I always thought “Do as I say, not as I do” was such a copout. Now it’s like no I really mean it! I am not your example of a well adjusted adult!!!

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

    hmm this one is a tough pill to swallow. My daughter is exactly like me and everyone can see it and that scares the c**p out of me . I know she will be care free, intuitive, independent, clever, very beautiful - but she also be indecisive, temperamental , emotional, easily disappointed and sometimes careless - and it can't be helped cause it's all in the genetic code....

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

    Two kids: one so like me it's scary but the opposite sex. The one that is the same sex is like an alien being that I do not understand at all.

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

    My oldest is 18 and still trying to figure that sh** out🤷🏼‍♀️

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

    Like when your 2nd grade kid tells you they got in trouble for telling the substitute she looked like squidward. "But mom she had the lines in her forehead and she was mad all the time!" I had to actually turn away from him I was dying!

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

    Kids? What kids? You, arms up about to start speaking & looks around.... Everybody else snuck off.

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

    Now tell them to do it again and watch their system crash because they want to do it again but Children's Law states that you cannot do what your parent tells you.

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

    Yestrday I was young, slim and ready to travel the world, today I'm overweight, with back pain and anxiety

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

    I mean....when they're infants it's not like they can tell whether you're singing twinkle twinkle little star or f*****g hell just go to sleep.

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

    Granted I had a spinal cord injury in the Army, but since I've been a parent I've had to go bionic just to be able to move. Like I have a pump implanted in my body to constantly deliver medicine to my spine.

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

    I take care of my special needs brother and dammit sometimes things are either spicy or diet 😂

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

    2014? Oh you mean my new stuff. Because I've got clothes old enough to drink.

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

    Bro I don't understand the people who get an allowance like I get money on my birthday and Christmas and other than that I just rely on my friends and then get them stuff once I have cash to make up for it. I have an income from my summer job but it all goes into savings

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

    or when you ask them what they want and they say they arent hungry so you buy for yourself only then they are like, i'm hungry, and they eat your burger. little bastards.

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

    I feel this to my core. Only replace snack with strawberries. I'm thankful she loves them but child have mercy on me, I'm trying to put out a fire...

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

    Once they fall asleep, you rearrange everything, and they never notice.

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

    "Challenger, Houston." "Go, Houston." "We have a family call for Specialist Stewart." "Houston, Stewart is currently on EVA. Will be available in approximately 3hrs, 29 mins." "Copy, Challenger. Will advise family." ..... "Challenger, Houston." "Go, Houston." "Per previous com regarding Specialist Stewart, family member states the matter is emergent. Please patch CAPCOM to MMU loop and advise when ready." "Roger, Houston. Patching comms to Stewart's MMU." ... "Houston, Stewart." "Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaad!!!!! Mommy said I can't have a snack because it's almost dinner time. DAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAD!!!!"

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

    A child’s pendantry is next level. There was a half eaten pastry in the kitchen the other day. My wife asks my son if he ate it. He says no. Asks him a couple more times. Again he says no. She asks him if he took a bite out of it. He says yes.

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

    Well, what do they expect? They're not paid AND asked to do a task that isn't needed - unless it's "Do this or mow the lawn" I'd not do it either.

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

    Well, I happen to *like* the "harried mom with a messy bun and yoga pants" look, so...

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

    AMEN! You're also going to have to trust that I love my kids/husband/sister/brother/mother/etc. even when I don't repost the post that says I do!

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

    (setting up a cardboard dummy of themselves in front of the camera ...)

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

    If that happens I walk harriedly behind her holding out a coat, so everyone knows I'm trying

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

    Is why I have two, if the microwave combo included I have three. Highly recommend.

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

    Just let them. Sometimes kids just need to feel their feelings and get through it on their own. I personally like trying to fix everything a kid is crying about but sometimes they're just sad. Also, never ever tell your kid that they're fake crying or they need to stop crying because they're selfish and seeking attention. I can't feel sadness right and I hate myself whenever I cry. It is completely natural for kids to need to sit there and cry sometimes, and that's okay

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