What weird kid thing grosses you out?

It’s no secret that kids - from infancy all the way through those teenage years - are gross. You’ll be exposed to so many bodily fluids, not to mention all the outside substances they get into. You build up a strong stomach and a tolerance to things you never thought you’d deal with - it’s all a part of it. But sometimes, no many how many times you’re exposed to something, there’s one particular thing that just turns your stomach. Usually it’s not even something that’s really that gross, but it just gives you the ick in the worst way.

For me it’s cleaning my son’s sippy cup after mealtimes. We’re working on using silverware but most meals have a good amount of him hand feeding himself. When it’s time for dishes nothing squicks me out more than picking up a sippy cup so covered in food from his meal that I can’t even take the lid off before fully washing it, soap and all. Is it even that bad? No. Will I cringe through it every time? Absolutely. 🤢

What weird or seemingly not-bad parenting task just grosses you out?

#parentproblems #parentsoflemon8 #toddlermom #momicks @Lemon8Parenting

2024/11/3 Edited to

... Read moreParenting is a wild ride, filled with endearing moments, but it’s not without its challenges. Many parents can relate to the icky tasks that come with raising kids. Whether it's dealing with spilled food, changing diapers, or cleaning up after playdates, there's a myriad of, let's say, 'gross' moments that every parent experiences. Among these, cleaning a toddler's sippy cup often tops the list. After meals, these little cups can become a mess of remnants from snacks and drinks, sometimes leaving us feeling more like a scrubber than a loving parent. Aside from sippy cups, there are plenty of other parenting tasks that can yield the same cringe-inducing reaction. For instance, washing sticky fingers after a particularly messy meal or handling forgotten toys covered in who-knows-what can test a parent's resolve. These moments might seem trivial, but they highlight the reality of keeping kids clean and healthy. Finding humor in these situations can be a great stress reliever—it’s all part of the unique and often messy world of parenting! Engaging with other parents on platforms like Lemon8 can provide a sense of community, where sharing and laughing about these experiences can make the journey a bit easier and a lot more enjoyable.

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Chunky milk after you find a lost sippy cup

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Boy mom. Almost 3 and potty training, gets the point of peeing in the potty.. just no pooping. So having to dump poop put his underwear into the potty.. (we tried training pull-ups it doesn’t work, this is the only way we get him to use the restroom)

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