They say that being a parent is a blessing. That may look true from the outside, but there's no doubt that parents experience hiccups along the way that are guaranteed to get you laughing. No parent or child is perfect and sometimes their misadventures have pretty amusing results. From hilarious parenting fails that we can all relate to, to misbehaving children who are determined to learn the hard way, these hysterical pictures prove that parenting isn't easy.
1. Sleep Deprivation At Its Finest
Having a new baby is exhausting. With sleepless nights, being a new parent is tough. These poor parents were so tired they fell asleep while taking baby for a walk!
It seems mom and dad finally got some sleep in an unusual spot. They may not look comfortable, but this is the best sleep they have had in months!
2. Mother's Day Surprise
As Mother's Day rolls around each year, most moms expect to be spoilt rotten. Imagine this mom's surprise though when instead of breakfast in bed she received this "loving" note.
It seems Joshua thought this whole thing through. There's no doubt that after getting a note like this Josh's mom is going to have a few words for him about respecting your mother on the one day that things are finally about HER!
3. You Can Only Save One
With the current situation, more parents are having to work from home. This dad had to choose his priorities carefully. He could either save the laptop from falling, or his kid.
Luckily he was able to put his multitasking skills to the test. He managed to catch the baby just in time and still kept the laptop on his lap. Nice save dad!
4. Construction Days
Sometimes even observant parents can be caught off-guard by their kids. Take this mom for example, she only her back to her child for a second before her toddler got up to mischief.
The look on her face says it all! Luckily dad was standing to snap this hilarious pic. It looks like this naughty tot is headed straight for a bath after this.
5. High Fashion
This is what happens when mom asks dad to dress the baby. While this dad tried his best to get the baby ready, he may have needed some extra instructions beforehand.
While the baby doesn't seem to mind this curious fashion choice, this new outfit is clearly a fail. We must admit though, this makes for an adorable picture.
6. Getting Upset Over A Meal
Sometimes taking your toddler out for a nice family dinner in a restaurant can be a nightmare. It seems this little girl wasn't happy with her chicken fingers!
Instead of enjoying her meal, she decided to stage a protest. The rest of the family took no notice and tried to play the whole thing down but the waitress couldn't stop laughing.
7. Someone Help Quick!
Imagine your neighbor banging on your door yelling about bubbles and his wife being away. Well, this is what happened when this US Marine was left alone with his kids for the weekend.
While their dad was busy these little angels decided to take a nice bubble bath. When he saw the mess their dad was so panicked he fetched the neighbor lady to help!
8. Gone Fishing
This boy seems like he is always up for an adventure, and when his mom wasn't looking he decided to get up to some mischief and cool off at the same time.
Imagine his mom's reaction when she found him sitting in the tank. Luckily there weren't any fish in there. He sure looks like he is having a blast though!
9. Sibling Bath Time
Many of us remember bathing with our siblings when we were younger. In fact, some of us may even have embarrassing pics from our childhood bath times.
This picture however will live on in infamy. These brothers decided the bathtub wasn't big enough so the oldest brother convinced the youngest to bath in the toilet instead!
10. A Strict Beauty Regiment
Some girls love to watch their moms put on makeup. This little cutie must have decided to start her own makeup trend and, while no one was looking, she went nuts with the diaper cream.
Looking fierce, she was ready to show her mom her best pose for the camera. Luckily it was only diaper cream and not her mom's expensive Revlon!
11. Dad Hack Level: 110%
This dad has this whole parenting thing figured out! With some creative thinking, he has worked out the perfect system to feed the baby and play his favorite video game.
When mom saw what her husband was up to she couldn't really be mad at him. After all, his system really works. This dad should start a daddy daycare!
12. Please Try Again
This mom may need some technical assistance soon! Her little boy managed to get ahold of her iPod and disabled it in a matter of minutes.
We are not sure how he managed it but this device is now locked for 45 years! That must be some kind of world record.
13. A Picture Says 1000 Words
There is so much going on in this picture! While mom was taking a snap of her little girl holding a frame with her stock photo doppelganger pictured inside, it seems little brother was on his own mission.
If you look carefully in the background, you can see him appreciating the mirrors. Neither mom nor his big sis happened to notice him standing in the background. He must really love his reflection!
14. Spilt Millk
This kid must not have heard of the five-second rule. After he accidentally dropped his glass of milk on the floor he decided to improvise like a real pro.
Instead of crying over spilled milk he grabbed a straw and decided to drink straight from the floor. While we admire his dedication, we sure hope that the floor was clean!
15. The Lemur Whisperer
This baby can sure sleep through anything! While out on a trip to the zoo, this mom was horrified to see who had tagged along in the stroller. At first, the mom didn't even realize that something was wrong.
It wasn't until one of the zoo staff turned to the oblivious mom and said 'Ma'am there is a lemur on your baby'. Luckily they noticed before they got home!
16. Abstract Art
This kid looks like he had way too much excitement for one day. When his mom left him with a sitter, she never expected to have to return to her house looking like this.
While his sitter wasn't looking, he grabbed his crayons and created a masterpiece on the walls before taking a nap. All that mischief has the little guy all tuckered out!
17. Permanent Makeup
Years before this photo was taken, this mom bought her kids some scented markers. Pretty soon her kids had drawn all over their faces with them. The ink wouldn't wash off and this mom swore off the markers for good.
Years later she saw the same markers and figured her kids were now old enough to use them. Hours later her kids had once again covered their faces in the permanent ink. Hopefully, this mom has learned her lesson!
18. DIY Woes
When this couple painted their home, they never imagined it could go so wrong. They lost track of the toddler for a few seconds and in that short period of time, this happened.
Their toddler knocked the paint can over and covered everything with paint. Look on the bright side though, at least she didn't get any paint on the rug.
19. Left Out
This boy's mom was curious when she heard him talking to the dog in the other room. When she investigated she saw her son sitting on the floor feeding crackers to his teddy while the dog had been locked outside.
When she asked him what he was doing he explained that good boys get crackers while bad dogs go outside. Poor doggy!
20. Something is Missing
When this mom was feeling ill she asked her husband to get the kids ready for school. Thankfully he was there to help out when she was under the weather.
Later, when the kids came home, she noticed that something wasn't right. Apparently her husband had sent their son to school with only one sock on. Pay a little closer attention next time dad!
21. Caught in the Act
Nothing is scarier than hearing noises in your house in the middle of the night. When this dad heard a noise coming from the living room, he went to check it out. That's when he caught his son watching cartoons on the couch.
Not only was this boy up late watching TV, but he was eating junk food. Apparently this sneaky kid had been doing this for months and no one had noticed.
22. Stay Calm, Talk Your Way Out Of It
This kid knows he did something wrong when he decided to play in the kitchen. You can see from his face that the wheels are turning as he prepares to explain his actions.
He has his hand up as if he is about to say ' before you get mad, let me explain'. Even though he has left a mess how can you get mad at a face like that?
23. Dropped During A Family Photo
Nothing like taking family photos to create lifelong memories. While out in the woods taking professional family pictures, this couple accidentally dropped their toddler. Luckily the photographer was there for this perfectly timed shot!
Look at the hilarious expressions on the parent's faces! This is one family memory that won't be forgotten. Let's hope the pic made it onto the family Christmas card!
24. The Last Straw
This father's face is priceless. His daughter just learned a new life hack all by herself and dad is super proud
According to her parents, this little genius felt one straw was just not enough. We are not sure how she managed to get all those straws into her tiny mouth but we couldn't be more impressed
25. Little Sunshine
When this mom got home from her spray tan she completely forgot to wash off. She let her baby fall asleep on her chest and when he woke up this was the result.
You can immediately notice that one side of his face is slightly more tan. Luckily this wasn't permanent and this little guy is still as adorable as ever.
26. On a Roll!
Judging by the look on this little guy's face he knows he has been caught doing something naughty. While his mom wasn't looking he managed to unroll all the toilet paper and spread it all over the bathroom floor.
He seems to have had a blast and we bet this won't be the last time this little guy tries this trick. Maybe this is a sign of his career as a future decorator.
27. Lego Nap
If you think stepping on a Lego is painful then imagine sleeping on it. It doesn't seem to be bothering this kid who's completely passed out on top of his blocks.
This kid must be immune to the pain. Of all the places to fall asleep, a bed of Lego blocks is one of the most unusual.
28. Dress Code Dress Shmode
This must have been an embarrassing parent-teacher conference! This dad showed up to school with his daughter and didn't notice she was missing her skirt. Instead, all she was wearing were see-through tights.
Instead of wearing the skirt her mother had laid out for her, this determined little girl had other plans. Everyone except her father noticed and her mother was super embarrassed.
29. Bath Time
This girl's expression is priceless. While playing with some bath paint, she created quite a mess. With her look of extreme concentration, she almost looks like an evil villain in the making!
This little girl definitely has an attitude. Luckily the bath paint wasn't too tough to clean up because at the end of bathtime it was everywhere!
30. Quiet Before The Storm
While home with his daughters, this dad realized that his girls were being extremely quiet. When he went to investigate the bathroom he discovered why.
The little girls decided to decorate the bathroom with ribbons, bows, and stickers. From the mirrors to the shower everything had been decorated...including the toilet. It sure looks pretty!
31. It's All In The Details
When this mom bought a sweater for her son, she didn't look too closely at the design. It wasn't until he wore his sweater to school that she finally realized what was on the sweater.
When her son arrived home he had a note from his teacher explaining how the Merry Christmas design might be problematic. Oh well, at least it was festive!
32. A Relaxing Soak In The Tub
When her son offered to run her a nice relaxing bath, this lucky mom couldn't wait to get in and relax. After all, what could be more calming and enjoyable?
By the time she got to the bathroom, she realized her son had used way too much bubble bath. By the look on his face, this may not have been an accident.
33. Some Privacy Please!
Potty training kids isn't easy. While some kids learn pretty quickly, others take a little more time. This tiny tot seems to be having a difficult time using the toilet.
She insists on covering herself with a blanket before she does her business. We gotta say, this is one of the most unique potty training techniques we have ever seen.
34. Learning Multitasking From The Best
This savvy six-year-old is determined to work smart, not hard. While helping feed the baby, she figured out the perfect way to get the job done.
Using her foot to hold up the bottle, she looks like a pro. This little girl is going to be an expert multitasker when she grows up.
35. Hide And Seek
Well, this little girl must be an expert at hide-and-seek games. While this may look like a photoshopped picture, it is actually the real deal.
This sneaky little hider was able to climb between the wall and the toilet. We don't know about you but this would terrify us if we walked into the bathroom and saw this.
36. What Goes Around Comes Around
While driving home on a hot day, this mom decided to eat some sunflowers seeds. As she ate she spat the shells out her open window.
She didn't realize that her daughter was in the backseat had her window open too. All the shells had flown back in and landed on her daughter. Luckily her daughter was asleep!
37. Taking A Cat Nap
While this mom was whipping up dinner, she heard some weird cat sounds coming from the family room. Not paying them too much attention, she carried on cooking.
Later she was shocked to find her toddler sleeping in the cat carrier while the cat slept on the couch. It seems this tiny tot had been pretending to be the family cat.
38. Day Out With Dad
This little princess looks like she just defeated the Sith with her tiny lightsabers. In reality, she is just out with dad having fun at the lake.
With her tutu and red and blue straws she really does look like a baby Jedi. Looks like dad snapped this picture at the perfect moment.
39. All Hung Up
Some parents have to really keep a close eye on their kids, especially once their kids start to climb up on the kitchen counters.
This boy learned his lesson when he climber up on the sink to wash his hands. As he climbed back down his pants got stuck on the door. His mom was able to catch him in the act.
40. You Can't See Me
Some kids love to play hide and seek and this little girl is no exception. She normally has the best hiding places, but this time she didn't think her spot through.
When her mom found her hiding spit a few minutes later she couldn't stop laughing at her little girl. This photo is just adorably funny!
41. Onward Tiny Human
It seems this cat thinks this baby belongs to him. While the toddler was bending over this cheeky cat decided to jump up onto the little boys back
We have to admit, it kind of looks like this kitty is riding on his humans back. Thankfully these two are best friends now, even though they have a weird relationship.
42. Don't Tell Mom!
This father and daughter were having an absolute blast on their day out. However, not everything went according to plan, and luckily this funny picture is proof.
As dad and daughter hopped on the rope swing, gravity kicked in with hilarious results. We must admit, the look on dad's face is super funny. Luckily it was a soft landing
43. A Simple Misunderstanding
When this kid told his mom he needed to dress as Elvis for the Christmas concert, she was a confused. After all, Elvis doesn't exactly scream Christmas. Nevertheless, she made her son an Elvis costume.
On the night of the concert, she quickly realized she had made a mistake. Instead of Elvis, they were all meant to be dressed as Elves! Now that is quite a miscommunication!
44. He's Juggling A Lot
Okay, we have to admit that this picture is a little unnerving to look at. Any minute now it seems like this juggling dad is going to drop one of his children.
Don't worry though, it turns out this dad photoshopped this picture to freak out his wife. She must have really been worried when she saw the pictures!
45. Halloween Came Early
Every morning this little girl chooses an outrageous outfit to wear to say goodbye to her big brothers as they get on the school bus.
This particular morning she decided to wear a Pepper pig hat, tutu, and sunglasses. She even had her own mug. The other kids on the bus must find this hilarious!
46. Any Time Is Bed Time
This little girl must have needed a nap really badly because instead of drawing something cool with her chalk, she decided to draw a pillow and go to sleep.
Now that is either a really lazy kid or she had just had too much excitement for the day. Passersby must have been laughing their heads off when they saw this.
47. Last Call
It seems that instead of building the usual things kids tend to build with Lego, this 8-year-old keeps building Lego bars equipped with customers and bartenders.
We can't be sure where this little guy got the inspiration for such a build, but we suspect he may have gotten some help from dad with this one.
48. Hide And Sleep
Sometimes kids can really be a handful. Take this little darling for instance. Instead of loving her comfy bed, she insists on making her bed in the most unusual places.
From wardrobes to bathtubs, this little girl gets really inventive when choosing the perfect place for a nap. Imagine her parent's surprise when they found her napping in this Costco container.
49. Free Play
Sometimes you can buy your kids amazing toys and they still won't be that interested. Imagine this mom's surprise when her son made a racetrack using the breadcrumbs she left on the kitchen counter.
While his mom wasn't looking he managed to make his own indoor sandpit using breadcrumbs and his imagination. We bet supper was a little late after this.
50. Falling Head Over Heels
No matter how much you may want to keep them safe, toddlers fall down a lot. Sometimes these little tumbles can even quite funny to watch.
While spending the day at the beach this cutie accidentally faceplanted on the beach. Her parents found it pretty funny and managed to take a snap of her face full of sand before cleaning her up
51. Out With Dad
There is a big difference in the way mom's and dad's parent and this picture is proof. In it, a baby and his dad were photographed being adorable at the mall.
As the baby napped on the table, dad placed his fries on the baby and began eating. We are not sure if this is a parenting fail or a parenting hack!
52. Art Appreciation
Taking your kids to see famous artworks can be an important learning experience. When this dad took his teen daughters to an art museum he was proud until he noticed what his daughters were doing.
Instead of appreciating the beauty, these teens were using Snapchat filters to improve them. Sorry dad, but it looks like your little girls aren't that into art.
53. When In Rome
Rome is one of the most breathtaking cities on the planet. With amazing food and history, there is a lot to experience. However, that wasn't the case for this dad.
Instead of seeing all the sites of Rome, this dad had to find unique ways to keep his young son busy. We guess traveling with small kids is never easy.
54. Epic Photobomb
Imagine being out shopping and taking pics of your boo when suddenly something amazing happens in the background. This is exactly what happened when this family perfectly photobombed these pics.
At first, all seems normal, but then in the second and third images tragedy strikes. Hysterically the person taking the pictures didn't notice the epic fail until they got home but we can only imagine their surprise!