Most parents are competitive. They may or may not know it but once they’ve talked to other parents of young children, they get into an unofficial battle with them about who’s the better parent. It can get exhausting trying to keep up.
And there are parents who can’t even think of competing with other parents because they are exhausted trying to keep up with the children.
So they just do their own thing as best as they can. Sometimes it works. Sometimes it doesn’t. These photos will show you the difference.
1. Hide and seek
Well, at least two great minds think alike.


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2. Stomatologist balloons
Her dad almost forgot her birthday. To make it up to her, he gave her birthday balloons. Well, he had to work with what he had at the clinic.


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3. Unconventional hair ties
The usual hair ties fall off anyway. This one for sure won’t fall off.


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4. What’s Santa doing?
Mommy thought it was a cute Christmas sweater. His teacher had to point out what Santa was really doing.


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5. They’re good parents, promise!
No one was hurt! Not the little girl. Nope, she wasn’t hurt. They’re good parents, promise!


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6. Reality vs expectation
The classic reality vs. expectation photo. Well, it looks like his baby is having fun with the wrap, though.


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7. Dinner with the little one
They went out to dinner with the little one. And the little one wanted to see the world upside down.


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8. Halloween ear
She wanted to be an ear for Halloween. Dad did not disappoint.


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9. Parents of the year
His parents are very supportive of his skills and talents. They’re very confident about what he can and can’t do.


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10. Catch me if you can
He doesn’t care if he’s in a fancy restaurant or fast food place. He’s going to run naked if he wants to!


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11. Dressed as a cupcake
They let her pick the dress she wants to wear. She wanted to wear a cupcake. Go for it!


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12. Hands-on lesson
Want to learn to swim? Okay, go!


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13. Adult onesie
His parents gave him this onesie. A Pokemon onesie. An adult Pokemon onesie.


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14. Still a sock
It would have been nice to have some glitter or something. But at least there’s a sock for Allison.


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15. Then and now
You had grand dreams when the children were born. Now, you’re just happy if they listen.


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Twitter/MyMomologue
16. New church
When you just want to spend one hour in church in peace, when will you have it? Now, you need to find a new church.


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Twitter/MamaFizzles
17. Got milk?
When you’re so exhausted you don’t even realize where you placed the milk. Who found it exactly?


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18. Naughty or nice?
Way to scare your kids into being nice, Dad! Poor deer.


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Twitter/Abe Yospe
19. R rated talk
It wouldn’t have been a problem if she had said this to another mom. Good thing she was able to hold her tongue!


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Twitter/Wendy S.
20. Where’s the cheese?
This mom made grilled cheese sandwich for the kids’ lunch. Where’s the cheese?


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21. Lunch photos
Uh-oh. Better ignore this warning. Mom’s serious this time!


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22. Penny pancakes
Ever heard of dollar pancakes? Introducing the penny pancakes!


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Twitter/Stumbler Top
23. No electronics!
Mom has had enough. She’s taking away all electronics. Good luck, kids!


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Instagram/Crystal Stephens
24. Is today the day?
When waking up means dreading the end of the day. Will today be the day?


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Twitter/Unfiltered Mama
25. Family plan threat
Awesome blackmail, Mom. Although, it’s not blackmail for Mom, it’s just a gentle reminder.


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Instagram/Pretty Ms Tiffany
26. I have no control
She has no control whatsoever. That is why Dad locked the fridge.


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Twitter/Shannen
27. Cartoon greetings
Nothing like a “playful” slap on Gavin’s birthday cake. Think he got the message?


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Instagram/Brandi Sommerville
28. Un-Pinterest mom
She’s the poster mom for anything and everything un-Pinterest. What else do you want to learn?


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Twitter/MamaFizzles
29. Parenting fail
Are you really giving up now? When it’s getting so saucy!


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Twitter/Mom Psychologist
30. The dream gift
There’s a reason mom is giving their favorite gift. Nice one, mom!


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31. No phone
Dad took the phone away and decided to rub it in her face. Other dads are laughing so hard right now.


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Twitter/Bailee
32. Diaper rash cream =/= toothpaste
When you’re so exhausted, you’re seeing double. Or seeing nothing at all. Good luck getting that diaper rash cream taste out of your mouth, mom.


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Instagram/Lise Houweling
33. A little space
She wants a little space so she can be with daddy. Daddy obliged.


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34. Nice save
The kid was oblivious. It’s a good thing Dad was ready with his arm.


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35. Right in the face
This kid wasn’t so lucky though. The ball caught him right in the face!


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36. A gift
He’s been leaving with his parents, who gave him these as a surprise gift. Are they trying to say something?


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37. Busy at the zoo
It was such a busy day at the zoo. Maybe they thought he was a stuffed toy or something.


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38. Nobody’s perfect
It was supposed to be the perfect family shot. Not when you’ve got little kids!


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Instagram/Liz Hansen
39. That’s right, doctor
She can’t lie to the doctor, you know. You think the doctor heard her laugh?


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Twitter/Ramblin Mama
40. The Tantrum Hug
The perfect swaddle blanket for three to seven year-olds. It’s going to be a hit!


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Twitter/ Unfiltered Mama
41. Honesty is the best policy
He’s practicing what he’s teaching his kids. Always be honest.


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Twitter/Josh
42. Which one is it again?
Mom life. When you can’t remember where to drop off which and what to put in the laundy and in the fridge.


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Twitter/The Baroness
43. Grilled cheese, burnt below
Well, if he doesn’t want the grilled cheese, instant lunch for mom! And if Mom eats it, what’s the kiddo gonna eat?


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Twitter/SpacedMom
44. He wanted to know!
It’s never too early to show your son how the real world works. The earlier they know, the earlier they’ll be able to accept it.


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Twitter/James Breakwell
45. Pure wisdom
Don’t mess with Mommy’s wisdom. Few can understand it.


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Twitter/Mommy Owl
46. Cultured Peppa Pig
Hey, don’t put Peppa Pig down. Kids are learning from her!


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Twitter/Sweatpands Cher
47. Overheard at the house
When did he enroll in police academy? Was this a lesson on YouTube or something?


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Twitter/James Breakwell
48. Sleeping Beauty
She is every mommy’s favorite princess. And they play her part perfectly every time!


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Twitter/Lurkin' Mom
49. It’s still bread
Maybe she thought it was jam or something. It’s only on a small part, easy to miss!


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Instagram/Samantha Mahon
50. Teacher of the year
Well, it looks like Mommy needs to get to know her 7-year-old’s teacher better. What do you think?


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Twitter/Jan
Well there you have it, 40 tips to make your time in the kitchen, oh so much easier!
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