It’s Totally Fine to Acknowledge Your Kid is a Little Brat

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Let’s be real—I’ve never been one to sugarcoat things, and becoming a parent hasn’t changed that. That’s why it often bugs me to hear other parents dodge the truth about their kids’ less-than-stellar behavior. And let’s be honest, other parents and their kids can be a handful! (No offense intended—I’m not exactly winning Parent of the Year myself).

Sure, we all find ourselves making excuses for our kids every now and then, and some of those justifications are completely legit. Kids are just that—kids! I’m almost 40, and honestly, I can’t always keep my emotions in check (especially during a nail-biting football game or when my 5-year-old decides to wake me up at 2 a.m. by launching himself onto my lap). I certainly don’t expect my little ones to have it all figured out.

But just because they’re kids doesn’t give them a free pass. Misbehavior doesn’t always need to be excused. When my 5-year-old acts out, I’m more than happy to call him out on it. Kids can be brats, and it’s something we should all be able to admit.

Let’s Get Real

How often do you hear a parent describe their child as “strong-willed” or “spirited”? Let’s be honest—those are just nice ways of saying, “My kid is being a little jerk, and I’m at my wits’ end.” I’m not judging anyone’s parenting. I have no clue why your kid is bouncing off the walls, snatching toys from others, or throwing tantrums for no apparent reason. I don’t live in your household. Maybe he’s too hooked on cartoons, or perhaps there’s not enough structure in his life. Who knows?

I can barely manage my own life, let alone my children’s. So, I won’t cast stones. Not every child is a saint, and sometimes parents aren’t to blame. But seriously, can we please stop pretending our kids are perfect little angels? He’s not “spirited”; he’s acting like a tornado. He’s not strong-willed; he’s testing my patience to its limits. He’s not just defiant; he’s really pushing my buttons.

Of course, you don’t want to say those things to your kid’s face, but feel free to share them with me. I’m right there with you!

Finding Common Ground

Who would you rather spend time with? A parent who can’t see their child’s faults and makes excuses for every misstep, or the one who occasionally grumbles under their breath about their little troublemaker, who admits, “He can be a total brat sometimes”?

Why are we so hesitant to speak openly about our kids? Do you know any adults who are completely flawless? I sure don’t—myself included. So why should I expect my child to be a mini version of me, with zero life experience and a limited emotional toolkit?

The sooner we accept that our kids are just as imperfect as the rest of humanity, the better off we’ll be. And the sooner you can roll your eyes at their antics while calling them little monsters, the sooner we can bond over a drink and share stories about the latest crazy thing our kids have done.

Join Me on Realism Island

So come join me on Realism Island, where we acknowledge that our kids can be a real pain sometimes, and we stop pretending their misbehavior is just a quirky personality trait! The bar is open.

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In summary, it’s totally acceptable (and even refreshing!) to admit that our kids can sometimes be brats. Let’s embrace the truth and support each other through the ups and downs of parenting.