Ah, bedtime. That magical moment when every parent’s patience is tested to its limits. From the endless requests for “just one more story” to the dreaded bathroom trips, the excuses for delaying sleep seem to be never-ending. Fortunately, the witty parents on Twitter have turned their struggles into laughs that we can all relate to.
1. Just a Sentence, Please!
While reading to your little one can sometimes be a sweet bonding experience, often, those story requests feel like a final jab after a long night of trying to get them to sleep.
2. It’s Not Asking Much
We don’t ask for much—just let us enjoy our snacks in peace, kids!
3. The Ultimate Tease
Thought you were going to binge-watch that new show? Think again! First, you’ll embark on a treasure hunt for the remote, likely buried under a pile of toys you haven’t seen in ages.
4. Acceptance Takes Time
You’ll spend a good chunk of the evening negotiating, and the road to acceptance is long. But hang in there; you’re not alone in this bedtime battle.
5. No Winners Here
Starting bedtime is like the worst standoff ever. No one is budging until a meltdown forces the issue.
6. Desperate Measures
I’d wear a ridiculous costume if it meant getting my kids to sleep on time. At this point, I have nothing to lose!
7. Good Luck with That
If you think letting your child stay up later means you’ll get more sleep, bless your heart! Your optimism is truly admirable.
8. All in the Name of Delay
They’ll create elaborate tales about the universe’s origins just to prolong bedtime. It’s practically a science experiment.
9. An Endless Story
Seriously, “Green Eggs and Ham” feels like it’s 400 pages long. Dr. Seuss, you had quite the sense of humor.
10. Repetitive Nightmares
They say repetition is hell, and boy, does that ring true during bedtime!
11. The Tooth-Gritting Love
“I love you, now please go to sleep!”—said with gritted teeth and a ton of restraint. This mantra repeats a frustrating 47 times each night.
12. Round and Round We Go
Good luck with tonight’s bedtime saga!
This article was originally published on May 12, 2016. For more parenting stories and insights, check out this related post.