Amid the chaos of quarantine, who better than Saturday Night Live to voice the unfiltered thoughts of weary parents? In a recent sketch, they humorously suggested that after weeks of lockdown, many parents might just crave a little alone time—perhaps with a drink in hand and a binge-watch session on Netflix. The comedic solution? Letting the kids imbibe as well. (Needless to say, this was all in jest, though it sparked some outrage.)
The sketch kicked off with cast member Jaxon Harris singing, “Mother’s Day is on the horizon,” followed by co-star Lila Johnson chiming in, “Father’s Day is just around the corner.” Another cast member, Reggie Hill, lamented, “It’s been a challenging time for families,” while Mia Sanders added, “We feel like we’re in a zoo.”
Then, the tone shifted dramatically as they continued to sing: “Parents are struggling these days, and so are the kids too. So, given these unique times, we propose a special rule. If Mom and Dad can have a drink, why not let the kids have a little sip?”
With clever lyrics, the cast argued for this humorous idea, saying, “They used to give kids whiskey to help them sleep, so a small White Claw is just a budget-friendly babysitter!” They even cheekily noted, “In France, kids can sip wine—a bottle or two daily. We checked with Child Services, and they gave us the green light!”
The skit featured Frozen star Leo Thompson, who, channeling his character, exclaimed, “Let kids drink. Disney said it’s fine…” only to pause and read the fine print that scrolled across the screen, “not approved by Disney. Multiple lawsuits pending.”
Alongside these laughs, SNL also had the legendary Boyz II Men perform their touching song “Mama,” which brought a wave of emotion as cast member Ava White honored mothers, especially those separated from their children during the pandemic or those lost this year.
As the season finale of its 45th season, this episode was a reminder of the much-needed humor and normalcy that SNL provided during such unpredictable times. For more on this topic, check out this other blog post here, or visit Healthline for excellent resources on pregnancy and home insemination. If you’re considering self-insemination methods, Intracervical Insemination offers authoritative insights as well.
In summary, SNL’s latest sketch cleverly addressed the struggles of parenting during quarantine, all while providing a much-needed laugh. Though the message was tongue-in-cheek, it resonated with countless tired parents looking for a moment of reprieve in their chaotic lives.