As a parent, I can attest that certain comments from those without kids can be incredibly off-putting. While non-parents have their own grievances about our parenting woes, it’s worth discussing the phrases that can grate on a parent’s nerves. Here are some statements that non-parents might want to think twice about before uttering:
- “I can’t believe you chose to have kids. I’d never do that.” Great, we appreciate your input on how you view our lives as chaotic or tedious. Would you also like to come over and crush our spirits while you’re at it?
- “Why haven’t you seen that latest movie or TV series? It’s been out for weeks!” Believe it or not, a busy parent can go weeks without catching a flick or hearing the latest chart-topping song. We might not even know what day it is, considering I’m typing this while supervising my child’s “careful cutting” activity.
- “You never reach out anymore.” Keeping little humans alive requires almost constant vigilance. Seriously, one moment of distraction can lead to epic mischief. And by the time the kids are in bed, we usually collapse on the couch, too exhausted to even pour a glass of wine or catch up on our shows.
- “We’re having an adult-only picnic this weekend.” We get it; not every gathering is suitable for children. But casual events like barbecues are perfect for kids, and do you know how much babysitters cost these days? They’re not quite as affordable as in the past.
- “We’re getting a puppy to see if we’re ready for kids.” Hold on just a second. While both puppies and babies require care, let’s not confuse the two. Raising a child and a pet are not equivalent experiences. If you want to know what parenting is really like, come spend a day with us.
- “Please don’t start wearing ‘dad shorts’ or ‘mom jeans.’” Trust me, our identities haven’t vanished because we became parents. We still retain our sense of self—just with a new appreciation for quirky baby apparel.
- “Staying home with the kids must be a breeze!” Sure, it’s relaxing—like fending off an alien invasion! Endless hours of children’s programming can become quite draining.
- “You’re kid-free tonight! Why not live it up?” Sure, we could go wild tonight, but the repercussions tomorrow could be brutal. Our kids can be quite vengeful when we step out of line, and we might just send them your way for a little “fun.”
- “That child is out of control!” It’s amusing how some believe only certain kids misbehave. All kids can be a handful at times. Just because you don’t have children doesn’t mean you can critique others’ parenting.
- “Could you try to be on time?” It might sound innocent, but packing up for an outing with kids involves a lot more than just getting one tiny human dressed and ready. We’re also gathering all their essentials, which feels like packing for a month-long expedition!
- “I didn’t invite you because you never say yes.” Please keep those invites coming! We might just surprise you one day and actually be able to attend.
- “You look exhausted. Are you okay?” If we’ve spent a night dealing with various parental crises, we might not be at our best. But, hey, that’s just part of the gig.
- “When I have kids, I’ll do everything differently.” silence stares awkward silence How about you take a seat and let us educate you on the reality of parenting?
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