If You’ve Never Given Your Baby the Finger, You’re Probably Not Being Honest

There’s a mom out there posting adorable selfies of her snoozing baby girl, but with a cheeky twist—she’s flipping her off. Unsurprisingly, not everyone on the internet is thrilled about it. But let’s be real: if you’re a parent and haven’t felt the urge to give your little one the finger or vent into a pillow during those exhausting early months, I’m not sure I can take you seriously. Babies are pure joy, but they can also drive you absolutely bonkers. It’s perfectly normal for a parent to express their frustration, and no one should shame her for doing so.

The Case of Linda

Take the case of Linda, a mom with a 7-month-old who’s not exactly winning any sleep awards. She describes her daughter as “a total diva” when it comes to bedtime. Sometimes, it takes longer to settle her than she actually stays asleep, which is why, on those particularly trying nights, Linda celebrates her little one’s rare moments of peace with a selfie, and yes, she’s flipping her the bird. She even shares these snapshots on her blog, much to the chagrin of some online critics.

The Backlash

The backlash has been intense, with some commenters expressing their disapproval in no uncertain terms. “You really think you can flip off your baby and still be a good parent?” one person wrote. Another chimed in with, “You’re just a narcissist who’s going to mess up that kid’s self-esteem.” Yikes!

It’s easy for people to position themselves as superior parents, pointing fingers at someone else’s parenting choices to feel better about their own. How wonderful it must be to have it all figured out! But honestly, what Linda is doing is harmless—and frankly, hilarious. Most parents have been there, feeling the frustration when their baby refuses to sleep. Sure, we might not have flipped them off, but those feelings of exasperation are universal. My go-to for relieving stress during sleepless nights was to lock myself in the bathroom and scream into a towel. Trust me, it helped!

Lightening Up

As for those worrying about the potential “damage” to Linda’s oblivious infant, let’s be real. If her daughter sees those pictures in the future, she’ll likely have a good laugh about it. We all need to lighten up a bit. If flipping off your baby isn’t your style (which, again, I still think you’re lying), then just focus on your own parenting journey and leave Linda alone.

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Conclusion

In summary, flipping off your baby in a light-hearted moment of frustration is far from the worst thing a parent can do. It’s relatable, funny, and harmless. Instead of passing judgment, let’s support each other in this chaotic parenting journey.