The 7 Most Outrageous Parenting Blunders of 2015

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As parents, we strive to do our best, but let’s be real; we sometimes make questionable choices. In 2015, we witnessed some truly jaw-dropping parenting blunders that are both cringe-worthy and amusing. Here’s a roundup of seven of the most outrageous moments from that year:

1. The Dad Who Pulled a Prank with His Kid
   This dad thought it would be a riot to prank his partner by pretending their child was hurt in a four-wheeler accident. Naturally, the internet had a collective gasp and chimed in with, “Seriously, dude?” We’re still not clear on how his partner managed to keep her cool after that one. Hopefully, he opts for less shocking pranks in 2016!
2. Parents Using Snapchat to Terrify Their Toddlers
   With new filters that turned users into horrifying creatures, some parents thought it’d be funny to scare their little ones. Videos of toddlers screaming while their parents laughed quickly went viral. It wasn’t cute or funny—it was downright unsettling, and those kids may remember this when they’re older.
3. A Mom Who Hired a Clown to Scare Her Son
   In a bizarre move, a Florida mom enlisted a creepy clown to teach her son a lesson about bad behavior. The clown, known as “Wrinkles,” showed up at the boy’s bus stop, making him question his life choices. This poor kid might be scarred for life; honestly, who thinks this is okay?
4. Parents Bringing Their Baby to a Rock Concert
   When a couple took their toddler to a late-night rock show and plopped him on stage to “see better,” the band had to intervene. They were criticized not for breastfeeding in public, but for exposing a baby to a bar scene. Let’s leave the concerts to the adults, folks!
5. The Dad Who Took a Selfie During Labor
   While his wife was in the throes of childbirth, this dad decided to snap a selfie for posterity. He claimed it was to capture their expressions, but many were left wondering if he was lucky to escape with his face intact. Thankfully, both mom and baby were healthy, and she even laughed when she saw the pic!
6. Parents Pulling a Fake Kidnapping on Their Teens
   In an extreme attempt to teach their daughters about online safety, some parents teamed up with a YouTube prankster to stage a fake kidnapping. This led to a very uncomfortable situation where the teens were terrified instead of educated. The lesson? Trust between parent and child is important, and this method may have shattered that.
7. Moms Throwing Down in Walmart
   In what can only be described as a chaotic scene, a mother encouraged her son to punch another kid in the face during a Walmart brawl. Seriously, can we not?

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Summary

In 2015, we witnessed some truly outrageous parenting fails, from pranks gone wrong to terrifying toddlers with Snapchat filters. Each story serves as a humorous reminder that parenting is an unpredictable journey, often filled with unexpected blunders. For more insights on home insemination and parenting, be sure to explore our other resources linked above.