I thought my son had completely lost it when we stumbled upon a YouTube video featuring a woman with perfectly polished nails opening surprise eggs and discussing their contents in an overly enthusiastic manner. For 15 continuous minutes, we watched, and I found it amusing at first.
Months later, I’m no longer laughing. Just when I think I’ve seen every variation, another video appears with a new character or theme. Want to see someone “catch” eggs in a pool and reveal what’s inside? Sure! Or perhaps a collection of Easter eggs encased in Play-Doh, painstakingly decorated to resemble characters from Inside Out? Yep, that’s available too. Whatever show or movie captivates your child has a corresponding surprise egg video, and as their interests shift, these pesky eggs seem to multiply. Fantastic.
These videos are driving me up the wall. I can’t stand them, nor can I comprehend why adults continue to create such content. It’s a prime example of “just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.” What type of adult dedicates their free time to buying tiny toys, packaging them in eggs, displaying them, and then filming themselves pretending to be surprised by their contents? Clearly, people with too much time on their hands! If I had a spare hour—or even just 15 minutes—I would utilize it much more productively. And while I’m all for individual quirks, this behavior is simply unacceptable.
One of the worst aspects is the bizarre recommendations YouTube now thinks I’d enjoy. Like a grown-up role-playing as “dentist Peppa Pig” and extracting a tooth from Shrek. Or someone recreating “Peppa goes to the hospital for surgery” with figurines. Yes, these absurd videos are the first things that pop up if I’m not quick enough to exit after an egg video. I certainly don’t need any more nonsense to watch, thanks a lot, YouTube. And what’s with the strange medical themes anyway?
Now, surprise eggs have become a daily routine. It’s the go-to activity for screen time and, admittedly, a reliable method to prevent a meltdown during the terrible twos. My son has become quite specific about his requests: “Paw Patrol, please” or “Peppa Pig eggs.” I find myself resorting to these ridiculous videos to convince my 2-year-old to come home from the park or tidy up his toys. Clearly, I’m not alone; these videos boast millions of views, and all my parent friends with toddlers understand my plight—they roll their eyes and groan at the mention of it. Those without kids think I’ve lost my mind when I talk about the “surprise egg phenomenon.” Lucky them.
Honestly, who came up with this idea, and what were they thinking? What could possibly compel an adult to create such content? And as parents, why did we ever let these videos infiltrate our homes? If I could turn back time, I would. They’re worse than Teletubbies or Barney. I’d probably consider replacing them with those shows if I didn’t fear being subjected to both.
There are so many other productive things I could do with my time—like washing dishes, doing laundry, or even cleaning behind the stove. Yet, time and again, when I hear my son sweetly ask, “Can we watch the eggs, please?” I give in, and we’re back to square one. Eggs on TV, eggs on the tablet—he doesn’t care as long as he can watch the eggs.
The worst part is being in a situation where I can’t access the videos, and an “I want to watch the eggs” meltdown looms. Your phone dies, you lose Wi-Fi, or YouTube just won’t load. You’re at a complete loss. My son recently discovered a plastic Easter egg in our house, and he plays with it more than any toy I’ve spent money on. He’ll close it and then ask, “Mummy, can you open it and see what’s inside?” He opens it, and just like the videos, he’s shocked to find whatever he just put in there still inside. This is adorable for a toddler, but completely unacceptable for adults, and it needs to end.
The surprise egg trend shows no signs of stopping, and it’s about as terrible as men in purple skinny jeans. I’m ready to initiate a parent rebellion against these eggs. Yes, I realize how silly that sounds, but I feel out of options, and my patience is wearing thin. I understand that toddler trends are fleeting, but I sincerely hope for a swift transition to the next annoyance. Anything but this … although I should probably be cautious about what I wish for.
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Summary
In the ongoing saga of parenting, the trend of surprise eggs has emerged as a maddening phenomenon. Initially amusing, these videos have taken over screen time, creating a cycle of dependency for both parents and toddlers. Despite their ridiculousness, they serve as a distraction for young children, leading many parents to rely on them more than they’d like to admit. As parents navigate this peculiar trend, the hope for a new phase remains alive.