Kids’ television shows are like a double-edged sword. They grant parents the precious quiet time they crave, yet after years of enduring those high-pitched theme songs and grating characters, one might question if the tranquility is worth the headache. When mingling with friends and all you can contribute to the conversation is a plot twist from Paw Patrol, it’s easy to bash kids’ TV. But when you get that blissful hour in the evening to prepare dinner without a tiny human yanking your yoga pants down in a desperate plea for attention, suddenly, the TV becomes your bestie.
Fortunately, the witty parents of Twitter capture the complex love/hate relationship we have with our children’s favorite shows:
- Forget About Black Mirror
No one at the office wants to hear about the latest Paw Patrol episode, but that’s your entire repertoire. Bummer. - We Totally Get It Now
Remember those Saturday mornings spent in blissful silence, binge-watching cartoons for hours? Now you understand why your parents let you. - Why, Though?
Honestly, if 22 minutes sometimes feels too short, who thought five minutes was a brilliant idea? No thanks. - Every. Single. Song.
You may have lost track of the current hits on the radio, but your mind is a constant loop of Disney Junior tunes. Tough pill to swallow. - Hilarious, Right?
You know the deal. Let’s skip the pretense and enjoy the chaos together. - Savage Moves
You do what you must. No judgment here—just taking notes for future reference. - Getting Too Invested
If you find yourself pondering the plot intricacies of your kid’s favorite shows, it might be time for a breather. - Stop Kid Yourself
We start with noble intentions and end with our child finishing half a season of Octonauts just to regain some peace. It’s a natural progression. - Love Us Anyway
Tell your child-free pals you won’t always be this tedious and uninteresting. This is your current reality—own it! - Trippy AF
There’s really only one way to survive Thomas the Tank Engine, and that’s with a healthy dose of alcohol. Lots of it. - The REAL Milestones
Walking? Crawling? First words? Cute. But the day your kid learns to operate the TV? That’s when you hear angels singing. Don’t argue; you know it’s true. - So Rustic
And let’s not forget commercials. Like something straight out of a horror story!
This article originally appeared on February 2, 2017.
Summary
Kids’ television shows provide parents with much-needed quiet time but come with their own set of challenges. From the endless songs stuck in your head to the amusingly absurd plots, Twitter parents reveal the bittersweet reality of living in a world dominated by children’s programming. While it can be frustrating, it’s also a source of shared humor among parents navigating this chaotic phase of life. For more insights, check out our other posts on topics like pregnancy and self-insemination at Women’s Health and Boosting Fertility.