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15 Moments You Know You’re A Parent

By Mummyfique Contributor
May 25, 2016

Being a parent is like living in a sea of constant changes and it can be draining physically, mentally and emotionally. But in the midst of all the tiredness, there is definitely happiness to be gained from it and sometimes, all we need is a little reminder of the fun side of things. So without further ado, here are 15 hilarious moments that we’re sure every parent can relate to. We hope it brings a smile to all mums and dads out there.

You Know You’re A Parent When..

1. Complete silence makes you suspicious

2. All bowel movements involve a celebratory poop dance

3. You come up with inventive ways to swear after stepping on a Lego and when “ouch” simply doesn’t cut it

4. Heading to work on Monday sounds like a vacation

5. You can make up songs to anything almost instantly

6. Your dinner plate is partly made up of almost entirely from your child’s leftovers

7. You haven’t heard your actual name the entire day but you’ve been beckoned relentlessly

8. You look around when you hear a child calling out for “Mummy” or “Daddy” even when your kid is not even remotely near

9. You’re the new spokesperson for Champion Multi-tasker

10. Losing your child’s favorite teddy is your worst nightmare. Strike that, losing your child’s favorite teddy is a catastrophe

11. You cannot remember the last time you finished a cup of coffee in peace

12. You need a holiday after your family holiday

13. Waking up at 7am is considered sleeping in

14. You can fall and stay asleep in almost any position

15. Hearing your child say I love you makes you feel like a superstar