Parenting can often feel like an uphill battle. While there are certainly worse things in the world—like politics, unruly children, and historical atrocities—there’s no denying that parents can be quite difficult. I had a suspicion about this before becoming a parent myself, and my experiences have only reinforced that belief. Here are a few reasons why:
- Their Children: Let’s face it; sometimes kids can be a handful.
- The Endless Complaints: Parents frequently lament about their ungrateful, hyperactive, or tantrum-prone children.
- Bragging Rights: There’s a constant stream of boasting about how smart, athletic, or adorable their kids are. Just a reminder: many of us were also impressive before the teenage years hit.
- Social Media Overload: The non-stop updates on Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms about their kids can be overwhelming. It makes me want to avoid them in both real and virtual life.
- Babysitting Costs: The complaints about babysitters being too expensive are amusing. Just a thought: maybe consider a little preventive measure—condoms are a lot cheaper.
- Pop Culture Conversations: The discussions about children’s shows, music, and books can get tedious. Sure, we all watched some of it back in college, but we didn’t dwell on it endlessly.
- Tiredness: Yes, parenting is exhausting, but everyone is tired in their own way. We could all use a little less martyrdom.
- Overblown Concerns: The constant anxiety about video games, social media, and other modern issues can be excessive. Remember, humanity has survived for tens of thousands of years; kids will be alright.
- Tax Benefits: Let’s not overlook the financial perks that come with having children.
- The Kid Excuse: “I can’t go out because I have to pick up my kid/read to my kid/etc.” It’s a common refrain that can sound a bit lame after a while.
- Movie Outings: Complaints about not being able to catch a film anymore are all too familiar. Just a reminder: condoms could have helped here.
Bonus: The belief that they are superior parents can be quite grating.
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In summary, while parenting brings immense joy, it also comes with its own set of challenges. The complaints, the bragging, and the social media overload can make it tough to navigate the parenting landscape.