As parents, we’ve all had those moments where we think, “Did I really just say that?” It’s even more amusing when you realize these phrases are the same ones our own parents used, despite swearing we’d never say them. Well, here we are. Here are ten of the silliest things that slip out of our mouths:
- “Who’s the adult here: Me or you?” Variants include: “Who’s in charge here?” or “I’m the boss!” If you find yourself using these lines, it’s likely that you’re losing the battle and could use a little break from parenting duties. I mean, toddlers seem to have a way of calling the shots most of the time.
- “Do you want me to turn this car around?” As if that’s a real option after spending an hour getting everyone ready and strapped in? Yeah, right!
- “Money doesn’t grow on trees!” Okay, but can’t we just say “No” without getting into a lecture about finances? I mean, kids are savvy enough to know that money magically appears on Mom’s debit card anyway.
- “You should wear clean underwear every day.” This is usually said while we’re lounging in the same yoga pants we wore yesterday.
- “Want some cheese with that whine?” Maybe? Is it cheddar? Kids under 3 probably won’t get the joke, and your older ones might not either, unless they’ve been to some fancy cheese parties with you.
- “We’ll see…” Every kid knows this translates to “I want to say no, but I don’t have a solid excuse right now, so let’s revisit this later.”
- “Finish your peas. There are starving kids in Africa.” Will eating those peas really help kids on another continent? I doubt it.
- “If you don’t pick up your toys, I’ll throw them away.” Yeah, right. You paid good money for them, and we all know you’ve said this a million times before without following through.
- “Your face will freeze like that!” or “Better lift that bottom lip before you trip over it!” Both are not scientifically sound, yet they continue to be popular warnings against pouting.
- “Go ask your other parent.” This is code for “I don’t want to make this decision or be the bad guy, so I’m passing the buck to your other parent.”
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To sum it up: Parenting is full of moments where we say things we never thought we would. We’ve all been there, and it’s comforting to know we’re not alone in our silliness!