As parents, we strive to do our best, but sometimes our decisions leave us and others scratching their heads. The year 2015 was filled with a number of amusing and outrageous parenting moments, and here’s a rundown of the seven most jaw-dropping fails from that year:
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The Dad Who Pulled a Disturbing Prank
A YouTuber known for his pranks, Tom Fisher, thought it would be funny to create a scenario where his girlfriend believed their child had suffered a serious accident while riding a four-wheeler. The backlash was swift and severe, with the internet collectively asking, “What were you thinking?” Surprisingly, his girlfriend managed to keep her cool. Here’s hoping he finds less distressing ways to amuse her in the future. -
Parents Using Snapchat to Terrorize Their Kids
New filters on Snapchat provided some parents with the bright idea to scare their toddlers by transforming themselves into monstrous figures. This trend quickly went viral, resulting in many videos featuring frightened toddlers in tears. Instead of laughter, these parents might face some serious consequences when their children are old enough to seek revenge. -
A Mom Who Hired a Clown to Instill Fear
A mother from Florida took parenting to an unsettling level when she hired a creepy clown named Chuckles to frighten her misbehaving son. The clown’s appearance at the bus stop was intended to scare the “bad behavior” out of her child. Even the clown himself claimed he was just an “old-school entertainer,” but many would argue that he was anything but entertaining. -
Parents Putting Their Baby on Stage at a Concert
In a baffling decision, some parents brought their toddler to a late-night rock concert and placed them right on stage for a better view. The band, Revelry, had to publicly address the situation, condemning the parents for endangering their child in a bar setting. Their excuse of wanting the child to see better didn’t hold up, and the incident sparked outrage. -
The Dad Who Took a Selfie During Childbirth
In a cringe-worthy moment, one dad decided to snap a selfie right as his daughter was being born. His intention was to capture the expressions on both his and his wife’s faces, but many viewers felt he was taking a risk with his own safety. Thankfully, both mother and baby were healthy, and the wife even found humor in the situation later on. -
Parents Pulling a Fake Kidnapping Prank
In an attempt to teach their teens about the dangers of social media, a father enlisted the help of a YouTube prankster to stage a fake kidnapping. When the teens arrived at the meeting spot, they were met by their parents wearing masks, which understandably terrified them. While the lesson was meant to be valuable, it likely resulted in a trust breach that will take a long time to mend. -
A Walmart Showdown Between Moms
In one of the more shocking public displays, two mothers were caught on camera yelling at each other, with one instructing her son to “punch her in the face.” This moment left many witnesses stunned and served as a reminder that some parenting styles leave much to be desired.
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In summary, 2015 was a year filled with parenting blunders that ranged from the absurd to the downright shocking. These stories serve as a reminder that while we all make mistakes, some moments become unforgettable lessons in parenting.