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i played dos games since around 2 years old and i enjoyed a toad maze maybe starting her on simple games might help her understand how to control the things without any scary stuff like maybe jump scares (i know zelda contains jump scares in some of their games i know pretty much nothing about breath of the wild) i know that games like zelda can be confusing and why i personally avoid them plus the jump scares math rescues used to be one of my favorite games and commander keen but that happened around 4 years old after i got used to controller easier things like ms pacman
I said to a student “chicken butt” in response to his “guess what?” And he couldn’t stop laughing and said that was the funniest thing he had ever heard. Boy did I feel funny that day.
Having been watching this channel longer than I care to admit, I love how much Chyna has become a part of the evolution of Craig's content. As much as I love the older videos, the natural progression of the themes of the channel have made for good, wholesome content. I do wonder about the alligator though. And Michael Phelps. Love to you guys, the artist formerly known as Tardisntimbits.
It's refreshing to hear a realistic perspective on parenting! (aka it's HARD and not all roses and sunshine). My son is 20 now, but I remember all of this so well (or so badly?) You do make it through it. And then if you're lucky. they're this cool 20YO who can carry on a conversation (and make dinner and clean the kitchen while you're working from home during the pandemic).
@@trophybuckle3235 I tried to immerse myself in the good stuff and forget the hard stuff! And I found the book Burton Whites the First Three Years made for less hard stuff. :)
@@orange_blossoms_sunset Get therapy. Not being mean, I’m being serious. Fix what’s up with you so you can enjoy these years with your kid. Best of luck. You’ve got this.
@@orange_blossoms_sunset the first few months are tough. The first two years are a lot of work, but they come with a lot of great stuff too. Once your kid is toilet trained and is sleeping through the night (age 3ish), it's all so much easier. Read Burton White's The First Three Years. Best parenting book. Put the work in early and you'll save yourself work and grief later. Our son has been a laid back mellow helpful person since he was little. It's a 3 year tough go-- I hope you live near parents?-- then it's much easier.
I love it when people are candid about parenting. I mean, sure, maybe some people love it ALL THE TIME, but the reality is that most people don't. Thanks for sharing this.
man, it’s weird watching this video as an childless young adult who gained full custody of my teenaged sibling a couple years ago, and realizing I have a hell of a lot more in common with parents than I think of myself as having. it’s a very different experience from raising a little kid from birth, obviously, but a lot of that mindset and those instincts are still there.
I'm proud of you for taking on such a big responsibility. It's not easy (like you already know), but you're selflessness is an inspiration and I'm happy your siblings know you care for them.
My kids are a bit older than Ada, and I just want to say: Parenting goes from Hard mode to easy mode. Though mine are about to hit the teenage years, and I have a feeling we're going back to hard mode. My kids no longer laugh at my mom jokes, they just roll their eyes and sigh deeply at me. I'm no longer allowed to touch my kids out in public. However, both of them still cuddle up to me on the couch while we watch Minecraft videos on TH-cam. So that's worth it :)
They're gonna come back around later, when they move out and realise that they miss their family. - Someone who is studying away from my family, and always goes back during holidays
I've been subscribed for like 11 or something years, and videos like this make me so proud in a way - It sounds so stupid but I'm a 26 year old dude you're like a role model to me. Obviously I only see what you choose to put in your videos but maybe I could be a cool dad like you one day. Thanks for the video.
I'm not a parent, but I really appreciate all the videos you have made discussing the "expected" things in life (buying a house, getting married, having a kid, etc). It never feels judgmental. I love the analysis and reflection with humor and love.
Accurate, this is how a felt a couple years ago too. The good thing is, you become you again. Both my kids are now in school, have their friends, their own interests and I got myself back as well. But an improved and better version of myself. I get to go out with friends, have hobbies but also spend quality time with my kids. Believe me, it's much close than you think. My youngest is now 5, so the struggle really isn't that long. We had our first kinda adult trip too. We went to London with the kids and went to all the museums and they enjoyed it. I thought I'd have to wait for them to leave for college before I could do that again (ok, let's be real, I never went to museums before having children). If I can give any parent advice though is: teach them to enjoy restaurants. My kids love going to restaurants. We make sure to order things they like, we let them taste the weird stuff we order. It's great. They love it. Bring a sketchbook for them and you're golden. Don't feel like you need to always eat at kid friendly places. Even fancy restaurants will have something that's kid friendly. Teach you kids the things that you enjoy. It will make you less resentful. And then you'll have hilarious moments at the playground when they "cook" for you in the sand pit and bring you a matcha latte and tuna sashimi.
When my child was little, I felt like I could not connect with him. A lot of things felt like tasks. I also had post-partum so that did not help. Now that he is older, I can honestly say I love being a parent. I love his stories and his imagination. Parenting can be tough but its also wonderful and rewarding.
Every parent ever has told their expectant friends and relatives that being a parent completely changes you. To which they nod and then deny that will happen. But it ALWAYS does!
I genuinely appreciate your honesty. I love my kid, but parenting is hard and exhausting. Seeing the world afresh through her eyes and watching her learn new things is my favorite part.
As a newish mom, my child is currently one, thank you. You are validating and reassuring. Not everyday is sunshine and roses, most days are hard. Sometimes I miss the life I had but I love her so much and cant imagine my life without her. Thank you for making this video. Much love.
YES!!! When she said you're not gonna enjoy every minute of being a mum, and THAT'S OK. 👏😍 FINALLY! Thank you for speaking publicly to myth-bust all those annoyingly "always happy" parents. Some of us have PND and just do the best we can. Huby&I and our son are all (in diagnosis) autistic - nothing prepared us for how hard it would be to balance all of our needs!
My parental relationship really helped me to better understand God's perspective as our heavenly Father. The unconditional love that Christ displayed by dying for us while we were yet sinners. Whether we choose to love him or not, he paid it all. He paid the wages for our sin . I want to love my child and everyone around me with that kind of love. Unconditional love in a godly way.
Thank you for this. I watched it with a squirming newborn on my lap after a particularly fussy morning and it was nice to be reminded that there are fun bits to this whole parenting thing (eventually).
Ah shit, this made me cry. That piece about being able to hug them and feel the tension leave their body... Actual sob. Nice work. The anxiety is hella real.
Literally the best conversation about how it is raising kids, but without being so negative towards parenting. I agree with almost every point. Parenting is the best thing that happened to me, but it is tough.
I always say the best parenting advice we got was from the maternity nurse in the hospital when our first child was born: Every parent at times wants their child to play with a plastic bag in the street with traffic. The difference is, you won't actually do it. The takeaway here is that there will be bad parenting days, and that's ok. There is no manual, no playbook. Everybody has to figure it out along the way. And even though my kids are now ages 19-24, we're still figuring it out. Thanks for sharing your honest experience.
Parenting is the hardest, most wonderful thing. I produced 3 spawn, and they’re so weirdly the same and uniquely different. There is a span of 7 years between the first and last, so now one is learning how to drive while the other is tackling social queues in 1st grade. It’s a trip! But what I love about the older years (from my awesome first one) is that his generation is more open to their feels and how to deal and heal. The kid has more wholesome conversations (still possesses a wild immature streak) than I feel like I’ve had my entire 4 decades. I like to think that they’re better people than me, and that makes me hopeful for the world.
Craig, your channel is the only one where I want to watch through the sponsor spot because you do the funny when said spot is taking place. well done. Sincerely a non-craig.
Whenever I say something funny to my son, he always asks me where I heard it from? As if I don't have an original thought in my head. My response is often, "ME! I CAME UP WITH THAT ON MY OWN!" ... and then we laugh together... until I admit to him that I heard it from a movie. **runs off sobbing**
Super cute and great way to start my day! Thanks for the video. Dont have kids, but there’s a lot of kind hearted wisdom that even non parents can walk away with to become kinder people
Congratulations and good luck! ... And sleep while you can! 😂💗 No doubt you'll get bombarded with parenting advice from everyone; just do whatever works for you! Eg. Don't get pressured into breastfeeding if bottles work better for you two etc. X
So ture I resonate with Chyna we have 2 year old girl and almost identical feelings about parenting and for me also feeling one is perfectly enough before having kids I was planning to have more - not any more - I grateful for her she is amazing and she is enough for me 😊 great video thank you for sharing
You covered almost all of my experiences... Except one. Does anyone else often find yourself thinking "I'm sorry I made you exist in this world."? Like, when you think of climate change, or the rise of fascism here, or even just the brutal realities of life in general. I'm sorry I made you exist.
It might be good to change your perspective... and stop watching the news as much. Yes there's a lot of things that are worrying but the beauty of a landscape, the sea... The sound of music.... the fun in dancing, the skill in art.... the simple wonder of the animals around us. It's all amazing. I do get in funks where I think about all the bad stuff but then I still would rather be here and I appreciate every day I get to see and experience those things. Hope that helps!
Totally feel this way. Like, it's amazing for me they are here, but then when I think about the suffering I have battled from mental illness it breaks my heart my son may ever feel distraught. I know suffering is to be human but I still want to protect him from it. 😥
When my child was a toddler, I thought it was really hard and exhausting. Then, she became a teenager. Can I go back to the toddler years? 😩😂 Every age has tough times and memorable stages.
There are so many similarities between your life and mine. My youngest daugher's name is Ada. My kids love playing Breath of the Wild, and all the switch games. My wife and I can empathize so closely with all your descriptions of how parenting changes you and how it feels. Except the one about becoming a morning person. That hasn't quite happened yet. We're still dragging our feet every morning, haha.
Wowza. We have a 5 year old and everything (down to the trash horded in the child's room and the supposed dire consequences should this trash be thrown out) in this video is SPOT ON. I'm super glad we have a kid, but it's the hardest damn thing in the world to be a parent. And yet...I sort of shudder at the lazy, incurious and inefficient slob I would be now with out him.
Such a good way to put it. I sometimes miss my life from before my kid and all the freedom I had, but the truth is, I was a boring and directionless person before I had my daughter. Now, as much as I might want to be lazy sometimes (okay, more than sometimes), I am a better person as a parent.
Love this. Love my children. Love silence. Ask them to help me declutter and they hand me yesterday’s favorite stuffy to purge and cling to a gum wrapper. Kids are so weird. (I don’t get rid of stuffy; it gets tucked aside for a bit and is usually requested shortly thereafter, at which point I sigh and tell them I reserve the right to toss things that are broken or missing bits, and settle on something resembling toy rotation and lots of small, stackable, clear containers.) -Parent of 6.5 year old twins and 5yo.
love you guys. I am a caregiver for my 8 mo old grandson when Mom & Dad are at work. I treasure every moment. I had to work when my son was this age..so I am embracing the being with baby and seeing the development.. Yeah, it's tiring at times...but worth any sacrifice.
that's natural. when I found out my first girlfriend was pregnant, I'm not sure terrified is the word but definitely was nervous and you got 8 months for the nervousness to kind of go away but then that last month as you get close to the big day it comes back, then when she was in the hospital giving birth it kind of went away because it was happening and just rolling with it, but then you kind of get nervous again because everything's new, you don't know what the hell is happening, and somehow you have to continue with life the way it was before but with this extra stuff for this third person mixed in with it. but don't worry you get used to all that too and pretty soon it seems normal and you kinda forget what life was like before that. the most terrifying part I think is when the baby is crying and you have no idea what's going to stop it. that siren's going off and you're trying everything you can think of and none of it's working. finally after what seems like ages later the baby stops crying on its own and you still have no idea what fixed it 🤷♂️ it's moments like that when you understand how shaken baby syndrome happens... because it's really really frustrating and terrifying. oftentimes I think it's just gas, so hang in there!
i kind of feel similar. i actually really really want kids. but i'm so scared of not being a perfect parent and it makes me not want to be one at all. but i also dont want to miss out on it.
I'd expected to be changed by motherhood, but not the way I was, does that make sense? How I thought I was going to be as a mother is not how I am, in some things I thought I was gonna be great I suck, in others I thought I was going to fail utterly and I'm doing alright. I'm def not a baby person, once their personalities start to show and they can communicate... that's where the fun begins, imo Also, my kids are the best kids, sorry you got that mixed
I relate to this video more than every other video else...kinda. I was a dad 2 months ago, and no one talks about parenting in a normal way. either is all the bads or all the goods. Loved to know others feel the same
So many people think ‘my kid won’t do that! (Fill in the blank). Until you have a kid and realize how wrong you are, and how many weird unexpected challenges there are. I appreciate such a candid and honest video.
You guys are the most fun parents! I can definitely relate to the conflict point, that is what wears me down day to day. They never what to do what I want to do
You both NAILED IT!!! Becoming a parent is beautifully devastating! ha! I became a mom at the TENDER AGE of 38 with still a lot to learn about becoming a parent. I mastered adulthood, but little did I know how much that would matter when taking on this new role. Days get shorter, you sleep less (makes you wonder how days get shorter) and JUST everything changes and you lose yourself. But dang it, it's the best experience ever. Everything you all said is so absolutely true and I love the way you say it, humorously yet honestly. Thank you.
This was a refreshing take to parenting than the gatekeeping of "oh, you're tired? You don't have a kid. Never talk about being tired ever again." I'm childless at the moment and perhaps I'll want one in the future. I understand the pros and cons of being childless now and the pros and cons of having a child later. But it's always nice to hear another perspective.
Thanks for being so authentic about being parents. My boyfriend and I were able to laugh out loud at this while our 9 month old son was yanking on my hair and grabbing his glasses. ❤️🤣
I love how they compliument eachother but they both sound like they're saying it out of obligation, yet then the other just acknowledges the compliment as a fact and nothing less..
I am sending this to every parent I know 🤣🤣🤣👏👏👏, thank you for the honesty, parenting is f#@king hard! And the guilt is enormous!!! But the laughter and the kisses and hugs are all worth it 🥰🥰🥰
Nail on the head. I feel like people only ever say either how amazing it is or how hard it is but it's always some vague concept with no real information about what it's like. Maybe because the mix of awesomeness and horribleness that it is can be difficult to explain.
You are literally the only TH-camr I know that makes the ads a funny part of the video. I actually don’t fast forward because I might miss something funny. That’s the biggest compliment I could ever give. 😂❤
Even though it's very different, and I haven't had kids, I felt the similarly about when my dog had puppies. The worries, exhaustion, stress, bad moments, etc, mixed with the great moments, cuteness, sweetness, and love for them. It feels like I am getting a glimpse of what being a parent is like. And, I found out that I am going to be a chronic over-worrier.
The anxiety and guilt, the kindly letting the other parent clean the kitchen while you do bedtime, appreciating the routine of kids during lockdowns; these are all TRUE!!
Being a parent is overwhelming and frustrating at times, but when it comes down to it my kids are some of my favorite people. I think they're funny and smart. I like hearing what they have to say and how they see the world. It's interesting--sometimes eye roll inducing--to observe what they hear from what I try to teach them. I learn from them because they reflect my bad habits right back at me, and I think that added self awareness makes me a better person.
As someone who does not currently have a kid, but is hoping to have one in about 5 years, I actually found a lot of the things you talked about reassuring. For example, my husband and I regularly put off chores around the house unless we are having people over, cuz who cares? It’s just us. But I worry that when we have kids it will be a really big struggle to get any stuff like that done since it’s already a struggle now. But it’s reassuring to hear from Craig & Chyna that they were similar and they actually do chores more regularly now & have more motivation to do them. I really think it’s true that work expands to fill the time allotted. In this case, I have all the time in the world to do chores, but I push them off continuously since they don’t “need” to be done. A parent has very limited time to do chores, so they do them when they have those time slots because they don’t when they’ll have another opportunity to do it.
Our parenting experience so far has been very similar. It’s fantastic with a healthy dose of utter chaos. I was trying to remember how our lives used to be before being parents and honestly, I can’t. Our toddler is not even 3 and it feels like our pre parent life was an entire lifetime ago. Great advice at the end. If you don’t have kids yet, do the things you wanna do now!
bluey is HUGE in america because we can stream it on disney+! we have it on constantly at our house not only because my kids love it but because my husband and i love it too! it’s a phenomenal show. it might sound ridiculous because chili and bandit are literally cartoon dogs but watching how they interact with bluey and bingo has honestly made me a better parent.
I am a new mom, I have a 3 month old. It is definitely a hard stage to be in, but I love it. It helps that I have a husband that helps me be able to have a full nights sleep, even though it is broken in chunks. My favorite thing is when she looks at me. She’s at the age where she really studies my face. I just look at her and smile, and she smiles. I love our little ‘conversations’ too. She is so worth it.
I think all the attributes improved by becoming parents just highlights everything that is wrong with our society, and how unfortunate that it takes a kid to fix said attributes on a personal level (despite also making people become even more selfish, just towards a family unit instead of the individual). If that makes sense.
Love this video! Related so much to everything and you guys are just so down to earth and realistic. Love feeling like I'm not the only one thinking and feeling these things!
My wife and I laughed right through this because we were basically looking at us! People don't realize some of us have 2 lives. Life before kiddos and life after kiddos.
You two are amazing! Just found the 20,000 step video, then this. I have never commented on a TH-cam video I just did twice on these. You guys are great 🤣☺️👍👏🏆❤️
I relate to this video. Especially the part about toilet paper rolls being all over the place. I would have to gather them up and throw them out while the kid was at daycare and hope she didn’t notice when she got back.
Just all love each other as much as you can….cuz when they grow up and tell you you’ve been awful parents and disappear from your life…it’s pretty tough. Word.
Good summary of parenting a preschooler. My favorite thing about myself is the way I parent my kids, but it's also SUPER HARD and a lot of it isn't fun. Absolutely would not recommend to anyone who isn't 100% sure they want to be a parent. I think if I wasn't sure about it going in, I would have a much harder time. My kids are my favorite people and they bring me a ton of joy and satisfaction. They also cause most of my stress. :-)
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Can you do a part 2 dicussig how being parents has affected you relationship with each other? positives and negatives.
i played dos games since around 2 years old and i enjoyed a toad maze maybe starting her on simple games might help her understand how to control the things without any scary stuff like maybe jump scares (i know zelda contains jump scares in some of their games i know pretty much nothing about breath of the wild) i know that games like zelda can be confusing and why i personally avoid them plus the jump scares
math rescues used to be one of my favorite games and commander keen but that happened around 4 years old after i got used to controller easier things like ms pacman
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I said to a student “chicken butt” in response to his “guess what?” And he couldn’t stop laughing and said that was the funniest thing he had ever heard. Boy did I feel funny that day.
My 9 year old nephew cracked up and literally slapped his knee when I said that to him. He was like, "Where did you hear that?" Ah, kids 😆
Having been watching this channel longer than I care to admit, I love how much Chyna has become a part of the evolution of Craig's content. As much as I love the older videos, the natural progression of the themes of the channel have made for good, wholesome content. I do wonder about the alligator though. And Michael Phelps. Love to you guys, the artist formerly known as Tardisntimbits.
Holy shirt, that's a lot of memories you just unlocked.
I occasionally get the gazebo song stuck in my head, and a headline's not an article 😅
It's refreshing to hear a realistic perspective on parenting! (aka it's HARD and not all roses and sunshine). My son is 20 now, but I remember all of this so well (or so badly?) You do make it through it. And then if you're lucky. they're this cool 20YO who can carry on a conversation (and make dinner and clean the kitchen while you're working from home during the pandemic).
I’m literally parenting my kids now for this future scenario. It sounds _heavenly_ . 🖤🎉
@@trophybuckle3235 I tried to immerse myself in the good stuff and forget the hard stuff! And I found the book Burton Whites the First Three Years made for less hard stuff. :)
@@orange_blossoms_sunset Get therapy. Not being mean, I’m being serious. Fix what’s up with you so you can enjoy these years with your kid. Best of luck. You’ve got this.
@@orange_blossoms_sunset the first few months are tough. The first two years are a lot of work, but they come with a lot of great stuff too. Once your kid is toilet trained and is sleeping through the night (age 3ish), it's all so much easier. Read Burton White's The First Three Years. Best parenting book. Put the work in early and you'll save yourself work and grief later. Our son has been a laid back mellow helpful person since he was little. It's a 3 year tough go-- I hope you live near parents?-- then it's much easier.
I love it when people are candid about parenting. I mean, sure, maybe some people love it ALL THE TIME, but the reality is that most people don't. Thanks for sharing this.
There are some people who "love it all the time" but I call them "liars" 🤣
man, it’s weird watching this video as an childless young adult who gained full custody of my teenaged sibling a couple years ago, and realizing I have a hell of a lot more in common with parents than I think of myself as having. it’s a very different experience from raising a little kid from birth, obviously, but a lot of that mindset and those instincts are still there.
A big life change for you and your sibling! Respect!
I'm proud of you for taking on such a big responsibility. It's not easy (like you already know), but you're selflessness is an inspiration and I'm happy your siblings know you care for them.
My kids are a bit older than Ada, and I just want to say: Parenting goes from Hard mode to easy mode. Though mine are about to hit the teenage years, and I have a feeling we're going back to hard mode. My kids no longer laugh at my mom jokes, they just roll their eyes and sigh deeply at me. I'm no longer allowed to touch my kids out in public.
However, both of them still cuddle up to me on the couch while we watch Minecraft videos on TH-cam. So that's worth it :)
They're gonna come back around later, when they move out and realise that they miss their family.
- Someone who is studying away from my family, and always goes back during holidays
with covid it makes things harder though and it depends on the child because some grow up to be best friends with a parent
Teenage years are Ultra Nightmare Mode. Good luck
As someone with teens-OMFG NOT easy--Soooooo NOT easy!!!
Towards the end of teenagehood they'll open up again. Just keep doing your best and it'll be worth it
I've been subscribed for like 11 or something years, and videos like this make me so proud in a way - It sounds so stupid but I'm a 26 year old dude you're like a role model to me. Obviously I only see what you choose to put in your videos but maybe I could be a cool dad like you one day. Thanks for the video.
I'm not a parent, but I really appreciate all the videos you have made discussing the "expected" things in life (buying a house, getting married, having a kid, etc). It never feels judgmental. I love the analysis and reflection with humor and love.
Accurate, this is how a felt a couple years ago too. The good thing is, you become you again. Both my kids are now in school, have their friends, their own interests and I got myself back as well. But an improved and better version of myself. I get to go out with friends, have hobbies but also spend quality time with my kids. Believe me, it's much close than you think. My youngest is now 5, so the struggle really isn't that long.
We had our first kinda adult trip too. We went to London with the kids and went to all the museums and they enjoyed it. I thought I'd have to wait for them to leave for college before I could do that again (ok, let's be real, I never went to museums before having children).
If I can give any parent advice though is: teach them to enjoy restaurants. My kids love going to restaurants. We make sure to order things they like, we let them taste the weird stuff we order. It's great. They love it. Bring a sketchbook for them and you're golden. Don't feel like you need to always eat at kid friendly places. Even fancy restaurants will have something that's kid friendly.
Teach you kids the things that you enjoy. It will make you less resentful. And then you'll have hilarious moments at the playground when they "cook" for you in the sand pit and bring you a matcha latte and tuna sashimi.
When my child was little, I felt like I could not connect with him. A lot of things felt like tasks. I also had post-partum so that did not help. Now that he is older, I can honestly say I love being a parent. I love his stories and his imagination. Parenting can be tough but its also wonderful and rewarding.
I can’t help but reply to appreciate and congratulate you, if not for the genius username. Hip Hip Renee indeed!!!
Every parent ever has told their expectant friends and relatives that being a parent completely changes you. To which they nod and then deny that will happen. But it ALWAYS does!
As a parent who has been struggling with my kids for a while, thank you for this, I appreciate the reassurance.
I genuinely appreciate your honesty. I love my kid, but parenting is hard and exhausting. Seeing the world afresh through her eyes and watching her learn new things is my favorite part.
As a newish mom, my child is currently one, thank you. You are validating and reassuring. Not everyday is sunshine and roses, most days are hard. Sometimes I miss the life I had but I love her so much and cant imagine my life without her. Thank you for making this video. Much love.
YES!!! When she said you're not gonna enjoy every minute of being a mum, and THAT'S OK. 👏😍 FINALLY! Thank you for speaking publicly to myth-bust all those annoyingly "always happy" parents. Some of us have PND and just do the best we can. Huby&I and our son are all (in diagnosis) autistic - nothing prepared us for how hard it would be to balance all of our needs!
PND?
@@AnnieONeill post-natal depression, AKA post-partum depression.
I really think you should make this video every 2-3 years.
This hits home in too many ways. Especially looking at other parents struggle with their kid. "god speed..."
My parental relationship really helped me to better understand God's perspective as our heavenly Father. The unconditional love that Christ displayed by dying for us while we were yet sinners. Whether we choose to love him or not, he paid it all. He paid the wages for our sin . I want to love my child and everyone around me with that kind of love. Unconditional love in a godly way.
love your guys challenges! 5 months sober from nicotine and alcohol
Wow, GOOD JOB! Keep going! You’re amazing!
awesome!!! :)) proud of you, stranger
Thank you for this. I watched it with a squirming newborn on my lap after a particularly fussy morning and it was nice to be reminded that there are fun bits to this whole parenting thing (eventually).
Ah shit, this made me cry. That piece about being able to hug them and feel the tension leave their body... Actual sob. Nice work. The anxiety is hella real.
Literally the best conversation about how it is raising kids, but without being so negative towards parenting. I agree with almost every point. Parenting is the best thing that happened to me, but it is tough.
I'm in my 30s with no kids and still get really excited driving through tunnels. SECRET TUNNEL SECRET TUNNEL THROUGH THE MOUNTAIN!!
Airbender reference?
@@shelleynichols9626 I mean I'm not saying that I yell that song at the top of my lungs everytime I go through a tunnel but..
It’s probably my favorite episode, after Zuko consoles Sokka about his girl turning into the moon 🌝
I always say the best parenting advice we got was from the maternity nurse in the hospital when our first child was born: Every parent at times wants their child to play with a plastic bag in the street with traffic. The difference is, you won't actually do it.
The takeaway here is that there will be bad parenting days, and that's ok. There is no manual, no playbook. Everybody has to figure it out along the way. And even though my kids are now ages 19-24, we're still figuring it out. Thanks for sharing your honest experience.
Parenting is the hardest, most wonderful thing. I produced 3 spawn, and they’re so weirdly the same and uniquely different. There is a span of 7 years between the first and last, so now one is learning how to drive while the other is tackling social queues in 1st grade. It’s a trip!
But what I love about the older years (from my awesome first one) is that his generation is more open to their feels and how to deal and heal. The kid has more wholesome conversations (still possesses a wild immature streak) than I feel like I’ve had my entire 4 decades. I like to think that they’re better people than me, and that makes me hopeful for the world.
Craig, your channel is the only one where I want to watch through the sponsor spot because you do the funny when said spot is taking place. well done. Sincerely a non-craig.
Whenever I say something funny to my son, he always asks me where I heard it from? As if I don't have an original thought in my head. My response is often, "ME! I CAME UP WITH THAT ON MY OWN!" ... and then we laugh together... until I admit to him that I heard it from a movie. **runs off sobbing**
I REALLY appreciate the honesty about being a parent. Feels so refreshing to hear it.
Super cute and great way to start my day! Thanks for the video.
Dont have kids, but there’s a lot of kind hearted wisdom that even non parents can walk away with to become kinder people
Our parenting experience is word for word the same with our two children. Great share!
I'm about to become a parent in October and this was so great to see. I know that not everything will be amazing, but I'm still so excited
Congratulations and good luck! ... And sleep while you can! 😂💗 No doubt you'll get bombarded with parenting advice from everyone; just do whatever works for you! Eg. Don't get pressured into breastfeeding if bottles work better for you two etc. X
Im gonna be a dad in early October ! Congrats and yeh I think it’ll be a crazy ride but always worth it
How exciting to have a little one on the way! 😀
It’s the most relentless and most fulfilling thing I’ve ever done. Best to you! ♥️
So ture I resonate with Chyna we have 2 year old girl and almost identical feelings about parenting and for me also feeling one is perfectly enough before having kids I was planning to have more - not any more - I grateful for her she is amazing and she is enough for me 😊 great video thank you for sharing
You covered almost all of my experiences... Except one. Does anyone else often find yourself thinking "I'm sorry I made you exist in this world."? Like, when you think of climate change, or the rise of fascism here, or even just the brutal realities of life in general. I'm sorry I made you exist.
This. Yes. I frequently have this thought.
It might be good to change your perspective... and stop watching the news as much. Yes there's a lot of things that are worrying but the beauty of a landscape, the sea... The sound of music.... the fun in dancing, the skill in art.... the simple wonder of the animals around us. It's all amazing. I do get in funks where I think about all the bad stuff but then I still would rather be here and I appreciate every day I get to see and experience those things. Hope that helps!
Totally feel this way. Like, it's amazing for me they are here, but then when I think about the suffering I have battled from mental illness it breaks my heart my son may ever feel distraught. I know suffering is to be human but I still want to protect him from it. 😥
taking a break from twitter usually helps
Y'all. Y'all. I felt every word of this as the parent of a 2.5 year old. Thank you for sharing your mixed feelings!
Same!
When my child was a toddler, I thought it was really hard and exhausting. Then, she became a teenager. Can I go back to the toddler years? 😩😂 Every age has tough times and memorable stages.
There are so many similarities between your life and mine. My youngest daugher's name is Ada. My kids love playing Breath of the Wild, and all the switch games. My wife and I can empathize so closely with all your descriptions of how parenting changes you and how it feels. Except the one about becoming a morning person. That hasn't quite happened yet. We're still dragging our feet every morning, haha.
Wowza. We have a 5 year old and everything (down to the trash horded in the child's room and the supposed dire consequences should this trash be thrown out) in this video is SPOT ON. I'm super glad we have a kid, but it's the hardest damn thing in the world to be a parent. And yet...I sort of shudder at the lazy, incurious and inefficient slob I would be now with out him.
Such a good way to put it. I sometimes miss my life from before my kid and all the freedom I had, but the truth is, I was a boring and directionless person before I had my daughter. Now, as much as I might want to be lazy sometimes (okay, more than sometimes), I am a better person as a parent.
Love this. Love my children. Love silence. Ask them to help me declutter and they hand me yesterday’s favorite stuffy to purge and cling to a gum wrapper. Kids are so weird. (I don’t get rid of stuffy; it gets tucked aside for a bit and is usually requested shortly thereafter, at which point I sigh and tell them I reserve the right to toss things that are broken or missing bits, and settle on something resembling toy rotation and lots of small, stackable, clear containers.)
-Parent of 6.5 year old twins and 5yo.
love you guys. I am a caregiver for my 8 mo old grandson when Mom & Dad are at work. I treasure every moment. I had to work when my son was this age..so I am embracing the being with baby and seeing the development.. Yeah, it's tiring at times...but worth any sacrifice.
i'm terrified of being a parent, which is why i'm not one. But I also feel like i'm missing out on a lot. it's a confusing thing
that's natural. when I found out my first girlfriend was pregnant, I'm not sure terrified is the word but definitely was nervous and you got 8 months for the nervousness to kind of go away but then that last month as you get close to the big day it comes back, then when she was in the hospital giving birth it kind of went away because it was happening and just rolling with it, but then you kind of get nervous again because everything's new, you don't know what the hell is happening, and somehow you have to continue with life the way it was before but with this extra stuff for this third person mixed in with it. but don't worry you get used to all that too and pretty soon it seems normal and you kinda forget what life was like before that. the most terrifying part I think is when the baby is crying and you have no idea what's going to stop it. that siren's going off and you're trying everything you can think of and none of it's working. finally after what seems like ages later the baby stops crying on its own and you still have no idea what fixed it 🤷♂️ it's moments like that when you understand how shaken baby syndrome happens... because it's really really frustrating and terrifying. oftentimes I think it's just gas, so hang in there!
i kind of feel similar. i actually really really want kids. but i'm so scared of not being a perfect parent and it makes me not want to be one at all. but i also dont want to miss out on it.
I'd expected to be changed by motherhood, but not the way I was, does that make sense? How I thought I was going to be as a mother is not how I am, in some things I thought I was gonna be great I suck, in others I thought I was going to fail utterly and I'm doing alright. I'm def not a baby person, once their personalities start to show and they can communicate... that's where the fun begins, imo
Also, my kids are the best kids, sorry you got that mixed
so true
I relate to this video more than every other video else...kinda. I was a dad 2 months ago, and no one talks about parenting in a normal way. either is all the bads or all the goods. Loved to know others feel the same
So many people think ‘my kid won’t do that! (Fill in the blank). Until you have a kid and realize how wrong you are, and how many weird unexpected challenges there are. I appreciate such a candid and honest video.
As a parent with a kiddo of a similar age I feel like this was exactly spot on.
I did NOT know stock footage paid that well
You guys are the most fun parents! I can definitely relate to the conflict point, that is what wears me down day to day. They never what to do what I want to do
You both NAILED IT!!! Becoming a parent is beautifully devastating! ha! I became a mom at the TENDER AGE of 38 with still a lot to learn about becoming a parent. I mastered adulthood, but little did I know how much that would matter when taking on this new role. Days get shorter, you sleep less (makes you wonder how days get shorter) and JUST everything changes and you lose yourself. But dang it, it's the best experience ever. Everything you all said is so absolutely true and I love the way you say it, humorously yet honestly. Thank you.
This was a refreshing take to parenting than the gatekeeping of "oh, you're tired? You don't have a kid. Never talk about being tired ever again."
I'm childless at the moment and perhaps I'll want one in the future. I understand the pros and cons of being childless now and the pros and cons of having a child later. But it's always nice to hear another perspective.
Thanks for being so authentic about being parents. My boyfriend and I were able to laugh out loud at this while our 9 month old son was yanking on my hair and grabbing his glasses. ❤️🤣
I love how they compliument eachother but they both sound like they're saying it out of obligation, yet then the other just acknowledges the compliment as a fact and nothing less..
Not a parent but I understand that it changes everything in one’s life.
I am sending this to every parent I know 🤣🤣🤣👏👏👏, thank you for the honesty, parenting is f#@king hard! And the guilt is enormous!!! But the laughter and the kisses and hugs are all worth it 🥰🥰🥰
Thank you for articulating this. As a mother who struggled with parenting, I can relate.
Nail on the head. I feel like people only ever say either how amazing it is or how hard it is but it's always some vague concept with no real information about what it's like. Maybe because the mix of awesomeness and horribleness that it is can be difficult to explain.
yep its basically the mix of awesomeness and horribleness lol- not as perfect as instagram makes it seem, and not as bad as comedians make it seem....
You are literally the only TH-camr I know that makes the ads a funny part of the video. I actually don’t fast forward because I might miss something funny. That’s the biggest compliment I could ever give. 😂❤
Even though it's very different, and I haven't had kids, I felt the similarly about when my dog had puppies. The worries, exhaustion, stress, bad moments, etc, mixed with the great moments, cuteness, sweetness, and love for them. It feels like I am getting a glimpse of what being a parent is like. And, I found out that I am going to be a chronic over-worrier.
The anxiety and guilt, the kindly letting the other parent clean the kitchen while you do bedtime, appreciating the routine of kids during lockdowns; these are all TRUE!!
Yup, no notes. Absolutely right.
“I feel so important.” I’m not even a parent and Craig got a little tear welling up in my eye over that comment.
Being a parent is overwhelming and frustrating at times, but when it comes down to it my kids are some of my favorite people.
I think they're funny and smart. I like hearing what they have to say and how they see the world. It's interesting--sometimes eye roll inducing--to observe what they hear from what I try to teach them.
I learn from them because they reflect my bad habits right back at me, and I think that added self awareness makes me a better person.
As someone who does not currently have a kid, but is hoping to have one in about 5 years, I actually found a lot of the things you talked about reassuring. For example, my husband and I regularly put off chores around the house unless we are having people over, cuz who cares? It’s just us. But I worry that when we have kids it will be a really big struggle to get any stuff like that done since it’s already a struggle now. But it’s reassuring to hear from Craig & Chyna that they were similar and they actually do chores more regularly now & have more motivation to do them.
I really think it’s true that work expands to fill the time allotted. In this case, I have all the time in the world to do chores, but I push them off continuously since they don’t “need” to be done. A parent has very limited time to do chores, so they do them when they have those time slots because they don’t when they’ll have another opportunity to do it.
Hearing you guys talk about your kid is. Wow. I'm sobbing.
Had the exact same reaction a year later.
Our parenting experience so far has been very similar. It’s fantastic with a healthy dose of utter chaos.
I was trying to remember how our lives used to be before being parents and honestly, I can’t. Our toddler is not even 3 and it feels like our pre parent life was an entire lifetime ago. Great advice at the end. If you don’t have kids yet, do the things you wanna do now!
Way to go with the bluey toys! I didn't know people outside of Australia knew about that show!
bluey is HUGE in america because we can stream it on disney+! we have it on constantly at our house not only because my kids love it but because my husband and i love it too! it’s a phenomenal show. it might sound ridiculous because chili and bandit are literally cartoon dogs but watching how they interact with bluey and bingo has honestly made me a better parent.
My husband are at a point in our lives where we’re thinking about having kids in the next couple years. Loved this, very helpful perspective
Exactly, sure there's plenty of great parts of parenting but you can't tell me your having a good time changing diapers and loosing sleep lol
Changing diapers was no biggie but the lack of sleep was killer
Love all your videos! As a parent, I think this is my favorite!
I am a new mom, I have a 3 month old. It is definitely a hard stage to be in, but I love it. It helps that I have a husband that helps me be able to have a full nights sleep, even though it is broken in chunks.
My favorite thing is when she looks at me. She’s at the age where she really studies my face. I just look at her and smile, and she smiles. I love our little ‘conversations’ too. She is so worth it.
I think all the attributes improved by becoming parents just highlights everything that is wrong with our society, and how unfortunate that it takes a kid to fix said attributes on a personal level (despite also making people become even more selfish, just towards a family unit instead of the individual). If that makes sense.
Thank you for sharing! This is so great
i found this so sweet and funny, thank you
Thank you for sharing this. I could definitely relate. Have a great weekend! 💕
This is a wonderful video, thank you!!
We have a 5 and a 7 year old. Both boys. It has been both the hardest and the most rewarding thing I have done so far in life.
Love this video! Related so much to everything and you guys are just so down to earth and realistic. Love feeling like I'm not the only one thinking and feeling these things!
My wife and I laughed right through this because we were basically looking at us! People don't realize some of us have 2 lives. Life before kiddos and life after kiddos.
I love the honesty here
Such a sweet video 🥺🥺🥺 Love you guys
That was a fun video, thanks for sharing!
Every time I see a video like this I feel like I couldn’t make that transition to being a parent. Been married 5 years. No kids.
You two are amazing! Just found the 20,000 step video, then this. I have never commented on a TH-cam video I just did twice on these. You guys are great 🤣☺️👍👏🏆❤️
also the jokes in the end, dog or baby.. You are the best! 🙂
This channel will forever be the best TH-cam channel on the TH-cams. Ive loved seeing your life play trough time. Been with you since... 2013? 2012?
Lack of structure during the pandemic... FELT THAT FULLY
Your bit about cleaning the kitchen reminded me I need to wash dishes before my kid wakes up from his nap!
This was so charming and wholesome. Awesome!
Really loved the little things part. Damn.
Oh Chyna, I felt every bit of this- it gets better!!!
I thoroughly enjoyed the "more tidy" stock footage, I aleays appreciate your stock humour, Craig. Thank you.
Same! To just about everything. Loved this video, never felt more seen ☺️
I relate to this video. Especially the part about toilet paper rolls being all over the place. I would have to gather them up and throw them out while the kid was at daycare and hope she didn’t notice when she got back.
Just all love each other as much as you can….cuz when they grow up and tell you you’ve been awful parents and disappear from your life…it’s pretty tough. Word.
Lmao just picturing Craig saying on the alter “I will not sell your info to third parties” killllls me
God, i love all your videos! They always make me laugh and smile
As a parent of a perfect kid I really enjoyed this! Kids make the world seem awesome again, one flower and bug at a time.
Thanks you thank you thank you for this… needed to hear it’s not all roses and cupcake’s!
Playing Breath of the Wild with my Daughter has been in the top 5 memorable and joyful Daddy Daughter time so far.
That last bit was excellent :D
Good summary of parenting a preschooler. My favorite thing about myself is the way I parent my kids, but it's also SUPER HARD and a lot of it isn't fun. Absolutely would not recommend to anyone who isn't 100% sure they want to be a parent. I think if I wasn't sure about it going in, I would have a much harder time. My kids are my favorite people and they bring me a ton of joy and satisfaction. They also cause most of my stress. :-)
You're right, you do have the best kid! And she's got the best parents! Keep on doing what your doing, sounds like you're doing it right!❤