Kids are always living their best lives, if their parents leave them alone. They don’t know how to do anything else, honestly, when we’re not harshing their mellow.

There are so many hilarious moments at home if you catch your littles (or mediums or bigs) unawares, and these 15 parents were definitely in the right place at the right time, and with a camera to boot.

15. Y’all, homeschooling is not for everyone.

14. I don’t know what she’s conjuring, but I would sleep with one eye open.

Day 10 of quarantine. I think my kid is up to something. from funny

13. Wait, we’re allowed to do that?

Working from home as a parent… from funny

12. Too bad it’s not closer to Halloween.

My kiddo cut his hair yesterday, then agreed to let me have a little fun with it before we fixed it. from pics

11. The days when you just start saying “sure, whatever.”

Schools and sports are cancelled. Social distancing. I have three kids. Our cozy fort. from CozyPlaces

10. That’s one way to make sure you don’t run out of snacks the same day you buy groceries!

9. That dog looks like he’s doing a fine job.

Maybe I shouldn’t have outsourced my homeschooling… from funny

8. This honestly looks like it belongs in a horror movie.

Came across this on my morning walk from funny

7. They’re like teeny zombies, and yes, they’re hungry.

The new office view from funny

6. Eh, it’ll wash off.

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5. Pay no attention to the toddler on the table…

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4. It’s back to cereal and frozen waffles soon enough.

My husband has been making pancakes and eggs for breakfast every morning and my kids are becoming accustomed to a standard I am not prepared to maintain after he returns to work.

— Anecdotal Birthcontrol (@AnecdtlBrthCtrl) March 25, 2020

3. Just looking at this picture is giving me heart palpitations.

"Daaaad, we’re bored!" (Day 1 of lockdown)"ummm ok, strip this laptop down, and this desktop, and then rebuild them"….my god it’s the most peace and quiet I’ve had all week! from pcmasterrace

2. They always find you eventually.

My son discovered that I’m not really at work, but am working from home from aww

1. That cat’s expression is extremely relatable.

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I love stumbling onto these moments because once your kid sees the camera, the magic is lost!

Do you have some favorite, candid pictures of your kids?

What are they doing in them? I’m sure it’s something hilarious!

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Gesundheit!

I say “some” men because stereotyping is bad and all of that, but truly, I have never met a man who sneezed at a normal volume. My father, for instance, has nearly deafened me on many occasions when he let loose in the car.

As someone easily bothered by loud noises, it’s possible that I’m more sensitive to it than some, but hey – here’s some science behind why men (sometimes) sneeze so loud it shakes the walls.

i just sneezed a contact out #mansneeze

— Dusty Baker (@weakendaternies) August 18, 2018

You know how to recognize these men – they’re performing, perhaps, or showing dominance. They say they can’t help it, that the sneeze just comes out that way, but is that really true? Can’t we all sneeze quietly if we want to?

Maybe not, actually. And that’s hard for me to admit.

The act of sneezing, of course, is involuntary. We all do it, but how you do it can actually reveal something about your personality. And as for men in general being loud sneezers?

Yeah, we can make some assumptions about that, too – most of which boil down to “dudes gonna dude.”

Have just sneezed so hard I've split my lip! How? Wtf? #mansneeze pic.twitter.com/hEMhnBDPaK

— Colin Lowndes (@colinlowndes) April 7, 2013

When neurologist and psychologist Dr. Alan Hirsch spoke to NBC News about the phenomenon, he said that “sneezes are like laughter. Some are loud, some are soft. And it’s similar with sneezing…it’s more of a psychological thing and represents the underlying personality or character structure.”

A sneeze is pretty ridiculous to begin with if you think about it – your body starts to tense, twitch, and convulse until air and snot shoot forth, after all – so it seems silly to do it as loudly as possible, like you’re some sort of cartoon.

Like maybe we’ll all think you’ve got other big things since you’ve got big sneezes? Idk.

To be fair, people who try stifle a sneeze sound pretty silly, too – and there are valid medical reasons for not trying to hold one in. Not letting go, at least a little bit, has led to ruptured eardrums, torn throat muscles, and even aneurysms (all of which sound terrible).

How do girls have those tiny little cute sneezes? I sound like a foghorn shoved up a whale butt #mansneeze

— Tawny (@tawners21) January 23, 2017

The old adage “better out than in” applies to most bodily functions, sneezing included, but surely there’s a normal, middle ground here?

Even for men weaned on heavy metal, cars without mufflers, and Jerry Bruckheimer films?

One can only hope that with the rapidly changing idea of what is and isn’t “manly,” this ridiculous but time-honored practice goes down with toxic masculinity.

Fingers crossed, my dudes. And please, remember to use a tissue, and wash your hands.

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It’s important to note that, if you do have a hairy behind and are looking for advice on how to keep it clean after a session on the toilet, you’re not alone.

I mean, would I be writing an article about it if there weren’t others out there looking for the same information?

It turns out it’s a totally normal question to have, especially as people get older and things like hair and sweat begin to appear in places and times where they definitely don’t belong.

Never fear, though – experts Dr. Nikola Djordjevic and registered dietician and Poop Problems Podcast producer Lisa Hugh are here to bring you up to speed.

Your Hair is There For a Reason

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Human beings have hair in places for reasons – and some fuzz on your booty is no exception, says Dr. Djordjevic.

“In terms of hygiene, hairless skin would be easier to clean. However, it can be uncomfortable, especially in cold weather. And, depending on how much hair you eliminate, you could risk exposing your testicles to extreme cold, and compromise the fertility of your sperm.”

No one wants that! (almost no one, I guess).

Hugh agrees, pointing out also that “more butt hair seems to muffle the sound of passing gas.”

Win.

Trim, Don’t Shave

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If the amount of hair on your behind makes you self-conscious or uncomfortable, both experts recommend a Brazilian wax or a trim rather than busting out the razor.

“Shaving will cause more itching and discomfort as the hair grows back. Waxing is associated with ingrown hairs. And chemical products can cause burns on the sensitive skin,” says Hugh.

Djordjevic agrees.

“I wouldn’t recommend shaving the hair altogether. But, using a beard trimmer or detail clipper will allow you to leave just enough hair to maintain and make manageable.

Moisturizers and Conditioners Are Your Friends

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Once you’ve trimmed (or waxed), Hugh suggests using medicated wipes, like ones that contain witch hazel, after a bowel movement. The witch hazel can calm irritated skin and having a bit of moisture while you wipe can help ensure cleanliness.

Dr. Djordjevic recommends using coconut oil.

“It is a natural antifungal and antibacterial all-in-one and will help hydrate the skin and make sure that bacteria has no chance of developing. Just make sure to apply it at night so that it can soak in well.”

Don’t Over Wipe

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The proper wiping techniques are important to make sure your booty is clean and healthy.

“The anus skin is protected by natural body oils that keep bacteria and harmful organisms out of your body,” says Hugh. “Too much wiping can cause skin irritation, open sores, and ultimately leave the area prone to infections from bacteria, anal warts, pin worms, fungus, yeast, and parasites.”

Yeah, nope to all of that.

Dr. Djordjevic suggests following the rule of three after a poo, which is to say that if three wipes with toilet paper doesn’t get it, you need to switch to something wet – a wipe or a shower.

Mind Your Diet

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As with everything as you get older, there’s not much that can’t be helped by maintaining a healthy diet. For Hugh, that means avoiding processed foods and artificial sweeteners, which “tend to promote overall growth of more problematic bacteria.

This can lead to poop that is more dangerous to the skin. Likewise, a diet that is low in fiber can lead to an unhealthy balance between good and bad bacteria.”

Dr. Djordjevic recommends “Adding more veggies, brown rice, and whole-grains is a good way to get a more solid stool. If you still have messy stools, try to use a bidet to clean, if you have access to one, or a bathtub with an extendable shower-head can do the trick.”

Well, there you have it, my fellow hairy friends. Tips and tricks and advice – far more than I ever would have thought necessary when I was a younger, smoother version of myself.

Did you find these tips helpful? Let us know in the comments!

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Dating is hard, with the majority of meetings happening between complete strangers on dating apps these days. I’m not knocking it totally – that’s how I met my husband – but it certainly looks different than it did even twenty years ago, when people still had to ask in person.

It gets exponentially harder when there are exes and children involved, and though sometimes all of the focus is on single moms who are out there in the dating world, there are plenty of single dads looking for companionship, too.

Is it good? Bad? Easier or harder than before kids?

If you’re curious, Fatherly asked these 10 women to give them the dirt.

10. It doesn’t sound like this was ever meant to be.

“One thing I had to remember when I dated a divorced dad was that I needed to protect my own life. And I’m glad I did. Of course, we both hoped things would work out, but it didn’t happen that way. Going in, I knew that there were going to be parts of his life – with his kids – that I’d just never be a full part of, no matter how great things were.

So, I tried to keep some of my own stuff sacred, as well. I wasn’t being evasive or secretive, just making sure that I still had a semblance of my own identity, which I think that’s important in any relationship.” – Lynn, 35, Texas

9. There’s a lot of baggage, and most of it has nothing to do with the kids.

“I loved my ex’s kids. He had a son and a daughter who were just precious. But his ex-wife made sharing custody such a pain in the ass that it ruined our ability to schedule anything. She would pop up unannounced and he’d have to deal with it right then and there.

I’m 99 percent sure she was doing it on purpose, too, as a way to sabotage our relationship. It worked, too. We parted amicably, and still keep in touch, but I couldn’t deal with the baggage the kids brought into the relationship.” – Tara, 37, Michigan

8. Remember you’re not their mom.

“I’ve heard horror stories of women who get so anxious about dating a guy with kids that they just thrust themselves full-speed into that mother role. And no one wants that. So, when I started dating my husband, I had to really, really, really train myself to play it cool.

I definitely wanted to be involved with the kids, but I didn’t want to be overbearing or scare them. I knew I wasn’t their mom. I made some mistakes but, in the end, I’m glad I took it slow and steady.” – Janey, 41, Michigan

7. She was more mature than him, despite him being a dad.

“Dating a guy with kids is hard, because what are you supposed to be to them? When it starts out, you’re just ‘Dad’s friend.’ Then ‘Dad’s girlfriend.’ Then there are all these weird, nebulous stages in between that I just didn’t know how to navigate. I asked for help — pretty bluntly, actually.

I would often ask him, ‘Is this appropriate?’ or ‘Is this what I should be doing?’ when it came to interacting and bonding with the kids. He almost seemed annoyed at that, which is why we didn’t work out.” – Cassie, 38, Florida

6. Patience, understanding, and compromise are the cornerstones of any lasting relationship.

“The one thing a divorced parent doesn’t have much of is time. I feel like going into the relationship with my now-husband, who has one son, the best thing I could’ve prepared myself for was being patient. I had to be patient with him, with his son and, most importantly, with myself.

I had to remember that our courtship wasn’t going to be anything quick and dirty, but was going to take a lot of time, understanding and compromise. And we made it work. Truthfully, patience wasn’t one of my strongest traits before I met him, so our relationship gave me a chance to actualize that part of myself as well.” – Aimee, 39, Tennessee

5. This seems like the ideal if you can make it work.

“I’m currently dating a guy with kids. He has two girls — one is a teen, the other is a few years younger. He and I have been together for almost three years. There have been talks of marriage, but we’re not rushing. My relationship with his girls is very unique.

I’m definitely not their mother, but I’m in this special, one-of-a-kind role that’s like a best friend, plus a mentor, plus a role model. But it’s wonderful. I’m able to be there for them — and him — when girl stuff becomes a priority, which has been pretty frequent lately.” – Emily, 40, Connecticut

4. You’ll never be more important than his kids. And that’s ok.

“I always roll my eyes when people say that a couple’s priorities have to be exactly the same. On the same page? Sure. But, exactly identical? I don’t think so. My fiancé has a daughter, and she’s his priority. I’m okay with that! That doesn’t mean he doesn’t love me, or wouldn’t do anything for me.

It just means that he devoted his life to someone before we met. I wouldn’t want him to break that promise to his daughter for me. He does a wonderful job making me feel loved, adored and respected. But, I know she’s his true queen. And, like I said, I’m okay with that.” – Nora, 37, Kansas

3. It can take time to find your place.

“You know that scene from 30 Rock where Steve Buscemi is dressed like a high schooler, and he goes up to a bunch of kids and says something like, ‘How do you do, fellow kids?’ That’s how I felt hanging out with my boyfriend’s kids for the whole first year we dated. Nothing I said was cool, or funny, or interesting.

I was just a poser trying to be a part of the conversation. It’s not like I was trying too hard, either. I was just unaware of what kids were into. Luckily, I’ve learned a bit since then. I’m definitely not cool, but at least I’m informed enough not to sound like a jackass.” – Millie, 39, Pennsylvania

2. You have to know when it’s just not the right time.

“I dated a guy with two sons, and they hated me. No reason. They just hated me. Maybe it was because they thought I was trying to become their new mom? Or because they were jealous their dad hung out with me sometimes, instead of just them. I don’t know.

But, in the end, he told me that our relationship was stressing them out, and that was it. I felt bad for him. I really did. It’s a tough position to be in, for sure.” – Candace, 34, Colorado

1. Family is family, if you’ll let it become that.

“My current husband and I are both once divorced, with kids from our previous marriages. When we first started dating, I was terrified that they were all going to hate each other. And, truthfully, it wasn’t The Brady Bunch. But, once they got to know each other, I think they realized they all had a lot in common.

Specifically, divorced parents. I don’t know how much they talked about that, or how in depth, but I know it brought them together. They don’t get along all the time, but they fight like brothers and sisters, which is exactly what we had hoped for.” – Carin, 42, California

I honestly hope to never be in this situation again, because dating is not the best, y’all.

Have you dated as a single parent?

Tell us how you would describe the experience in the comments!

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If you’re able and willing to breastfeed, your baby will get things from nursing that they will never be able to get from formula.

One of these things is a hormone exchange that happens during a session, but probably the biggest factor that formulas are unable to replicate is the fact that a baby’s saliva can enter through mom’s nipple, and if a baby is sick or needs antibodies, mom’s milk will adjust to give it to them.

It’s pretty cool. That said, every baby who was ever raised on formula is also doing just fine.

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Since more and more moms are wanting/trying/succeeding in making breastfeeding work, though, we’re noticing that there’s a downside, too – Dads just can’t be as involved with a newborn or young infant as they could be were they exclusively fed with a bottle.

A recent study has added to the small but growing body of research that says dads struggle while moms and babies are benefitting from a breastfeeding relationship. There are the expected issues, like less time and ability to easily bond with their newborn, but most of their unhappiness boiled down to feeling useless.

That went double for dads whose partners struggled to establish a nursing relationship easily – with babies who struggled to latch, for example. Husbands in those partnerships could feel helpless and inadequate while mothers felt like they were failing at something they were supposed to be able to do, leading to insecurities.

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All of these issues can trickle into a relationship and marriage, increasing the likelihood of postpartum depression for either partner.

These aren’t reasons to forgo nursing if it’s something that’s important to you – there are plenty of studies out there that find breastfeeding can bring partners closer together, but the difference seems to be an ability for dad’s to understand and really step into their support role.

If you’re getting ready to embark on this journey with a partner, talk ahead of time about different ways dads can be involved and supportive, like washing bottles and pumps, making sure mom is comfortable and has water, offering to change diapers before or after, or agreeing to put the baby back to sleep when sessions are over.

Bonding with their infant is important, and the psychological boost of dropping testosterone and rising oxytocin levels help set dads up for long term parenting success.

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Plenty of studies support the idea that fathers who find their role in the relationship feel useful, happy, and confident.

So moms and moms-to-be, considering pumping so that dads can take a feeding, and let go and get out for an hour here and there to let him take the reins with your infant. They need space and time to figure out how to interact with your little chunk alone, and it can be good for babies to be comfortable with either parent, too.

Don’t make my mistakes, and end up being the only person in the world your baby will let put him to sleep for almost two years.

Dads role might be different than Moms, and it might always look a bit different, too, but that doesn’t mean it should be less – or less important, either.

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As a woman with two little kids and who is still crying at the thought of no more babies (even though I’m sort of sure I don’t actually want more babies?), I’m super curious if everyone has that moment when they’re sure – for whatever reason – that the season of their life for pregnancy and infants are over.

I sure hope so, because right now it’s a daily battle between my head and my heart!

These 11 parents are definitely done, and they’re sharing exactly when and how they knew for sure!

11. Sometimes you know from the get-go.

“‘One and done’ was the way we wanted to do it from the beginning. We both wanted one child. She wanted a boy, and I wanted a girl. When she had our son, we both fell in love and that was it. It’s almost spooky how well our ‘plan’ worked out. The pregnancy was tough, but not unusual.

So was the actual childbirth. The weird thing is that most of our plans tend to fall apart. Vacations, job stuff, and even daily errands never go as we expect. But our son was pretty perfect, all things considered. So, we chalked that up as a win and went out on top.” – Thomas, 32, Michigan

10. How amazing when you’re on the same page, too.

“There wasn’t really any specific moment or incident that made us say, ‘Okay, we’re done.’ But, driving home from the hospital after the birth of our son, we just felt complete. It was just this calm, serene, completely peaceful vibe. Maybe we were exhausted, and just sort of basking in the dizziness of that whole whirlwind, but that feeling of wholeness was so strong that we both knew we were done.

We didn’t talk about it then, but a few days later we were talking about having another kid, and my wife brought up the emotions during the car ride. I said, ‘I felt the same thing!’ And we just let it be, content with our completed family.” – Robert, 35, New York

9. Because not everyone loves being pregnant.

“You know how some women blabber on about the ‘glow’ of pregnancy? Like, because they’ve got a baby inside, they’re bathed in this “sacred aura”? Or they’re the happiest they’ve ever been? Not me. I hated every single thing about pregnancy. I gained so much weight. I was sweaty all the time.

I farted without warning. I always had to pee. My hormones went crazy. I got mean. Those nine months were like an out-of-body experience that I never wanted to repeat. Was it worth it? Of course. Our daughter is our reason for living. But she’ll be fine without a little sister or brother.” – Lyn, 31, California

8. When you just want to get back to being you.

“When we had our son and our daughter, both my wife and I had to take significant time off of work. As strange as it sounds, we both really love our jobs. So, while being with our kids was wonderful and rewarding, we definitely missed the joy of fulfilling careers.

We never really discussed a specific number of kids. We just knew we wanted a large family. But, of course, things changed, and we realized that we might be happier getting back to work and not trying to spread ourselves too thin.” – Marc, 37, Ohio

7. Because you want to prioritize travel.

My wife and I didn’t get to take a honeymoon right after our wedding. Instead, we waited for a while — and until after we’d had two kids — to go on a trip to Italy. The kids were old enough to stay with Grandma and Grandpa, so we went for ten days, and had a blast.

We’d talked about having another kid for a while, but I think we both realized that things would get exponentially more difficult if we were outnumbered. We couldn’t imagine taking three kids on a similar trip — or even just a vacation to Disney or whatever — in the future. And, we haven’t regretted it. Traveling as a family of four has been wonderful, and completely manageable, too.” – Isaac, 39, Indiana

6. After they had “that” baby.

“We had two boys, then our first girl. We’d planned for another kid after her, but she just exhausted us to the point where we said, ‘Hard Pass’. I don’t know what it was, honestly, because babies are pretty much the same when they’re really young. But as she got a little older — and, admittedly, so did we — she just became a handful.

The boys were pretty easy, so maybe we paid for that with the karma. And, of course, we love her dearly, and wouldn’t trade those memories for anything, but she made us realize our family was complete pretty emphatically.” – Samantha, 38, Ohio

5. Sleep deprivation is a killer.

“Our plan was to have three kids. But our second son had some health problems that meant he didn’t sleep through the night for almost exactly two years. It was a very, very stressful time, and a struggle for both my wife and I. We were both working. And we had our older son, as well.

The combination of worrying about our second son’s health, and the two years’ worth of complete sleep deprivation made us rethink our original plan. We decided we’d be more effective devoting our lives to our two boys instead.” – David, 36, Kentucky

4. When kids stop being so adorable, full stop.

“I love being a mother. But I do think there’s an element of novelty to the whole thing that definitely wears off. When we had our first child, I was enamored with, like, every baby I saw. I wanted to touch them, hold them, and just be near them. Then, with our second child, I felt the same things, but only like fifty percent of the time. And even that went away pretty quickly.

It went from, ‘OMG! A BABY!’ to ‘Aww. A baby.’ to ‘Excuse me, could you move your stroller? I need to get by.’ We didn’t fight it, looked at how wonderful our family was already, and decided to call it quits.” – Erin, 37, Florida 

3. When tragedy entered the picture.

“Our second pregnancy ended in a miscarriage, and that was enough for us. I’m not sure the trauma of a miscarriage can be adequately put into words. Especially when you have two other children to explain everything to.

It was just such a tragic, sobering situation that I think we both became terrified to try again. Never say never, I guess? But my wife and I both agree that our family is complete.” – Johnathan, 38, Rhode Island

2. Because giving birth is too much trauma.

“When my wife gave birth to our second child, he got stuck in her vagina on the way out. That’s the most basic way I can describe it. And she was in such intense, incredible pain for, like, hours, that we threw in the towel on having kids pretty much immediately after checking out of the hospital. Like, on the car ride home. She said she didn’t want to go through that again.

I said I couldn’t imagine how she did it, and that she was the toughest person I’d ever met. And that I never wanted to see her go through that again. Apparently it’s not a super common thing, so maybe we would’ve lucked out with another baby, but we didn’t want to risk it.” – Al, 43, Pennsylvania

1. Money is absolutely a factor.

“We were on track to have three kids, and then I lost my job. I couldn’t find work for close to a year, and by that time things had changed. Financially, we were crippled. Raising two kids was an absolute struggle. And, even though I was working again, it would be a long time before we were back on level ground.

We’re very happy, though, and very blessed that we were able to recover. But, with the debt, and the cost of keeping our family safe and afloat, we had to reassess everything.” – Kevin, 37, Illinois

I still don’t know…but we’re probably done. That’s my answer for today.

Are you done having kids? How did you know you didn’t want any more, or couldn’t have any more?

I want to hear about your moments of epiphany, too!

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Now that I have become a parent, I have found that I should have taken more seriously the advice and warnings given to me by those who had been there.

One of those things that is absolutely and universally true is that, while having a child together bonds two people for live, living with a newborn, dealing with sleep deprivation and constant worries and a completely changed life, takes one hell of a toll on a relationship.

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You will come out the other side battle tested, and while you’re knee-deep in the madness, here are 15 pieces of very good advice on how to make sure you have each other to come back to when things slow down.

15. Learn to love the quickie.

“A few days ago, Rob was really up for it. And for whatever reason, it just didn’t happen. So this morning, it was like, he was awake, I was awake, and we just needed to do it… People can have impromptu, healthy sexual experiences with one another without anyone feeling taken advantage of.

We have a very healthy sex life, but sometimes it’s a struggle, to just actually have sex with our schedules. It can feel a little bit like ships in the night. In all seriousness, we did, at once, hire a cleaner, because it freed me up and Robert to have more time and energy for one another.” – Rob and Louise Westra

14. Don’t be afraid to use a schedule – for everything.

“It’s going to sound kind of funny, but we use a couple of apps, like Trello, for example. We use some project management and budgeting apps to make sure that we are communicating with each other, and we kept track of what all we had going on.

We also try not to get into a rut, do the same thing, and go to the same restaurant. We really try to do different things. It’s actually on a Trello card — all of our date ideas.” – Alex Ippoliti

13. Summon the energy for date nights.

“To do that, I would do more work. I would take her out and turn her on. I’d figure out who was coming to town that she might like or that we’d both like. We’d figure out an experience we hadn’t done before and still make sure that those date nights happened and that we had fun times together, as a couple, without kids.” – Charlie Myers

12. Don’t hesitate to ask for help.

“The whole experience has been a great lesson for me in learning how to really surrender and ask for so much more help than I’ve ever asked for in my life.

Whether that’s calling in grandmas, grandpas, or friends and community members who had mentioned that they’d be willing to cook for us or asking each other, really, for time and space to go for a walk or to go somewhere by ourselves for a night. It’s really been a humbling experience.

All of the favors I’ve ever saved up in my life from any person — I cashed them over this last year and a half. It’s been the hardest time and biggest challenge and the most unstable time in our lives. So, it’s been a great lesson in calling in all the troops.” – Andrew and Flow Belinsky

11.  The little things will get you through it.

“Expressing love to each other, being kind to each other, doing the little things that aren’t sex or necessarily what we think of when we think of a passionate relationship, those minute by minute and hour by hour things set the stage for [good sex,].

It’s not just about going through our day of craziness and laying down in bed at night and just jumping right into it. The stage is set all day long. Through our conversations and our interactions of just being kind and generous with one another, we make sure that we’re maintaining that relationship all the time.” – Michael Doemner

10. Remember you’re not just parents.

“Part of our issue was internal battles that Rebecca was having about parts of her that she felt like she had lost when she became a mom. About every two weeks, she would go through this cycle of feeling like she needed to get away.

So we just started scheduling, every two weeks, even if it’s just overnight, we do something that feeds that side of her. We put things in place to remember that she’s not just a mom.” – Rebecca and Alonzo Calhoon

9. Redefine “romance.”

“What we’ve found is that supporting each other achieves the same goal of giving a gift. So if it’s cleaning the dishes or making dinner and breakfast or putting together lunches, it’s not the same as a romantic gesture, but romantic gestures evolve as you get a little bit older and you have children.

If I had any advice to give, I would say that new dads should use free time that they get to play video games —  you should put yourself in the mindset that, what your wife needs right now is for you to take care of some of the things that she just can’t.” – Johnathan Kish

8. Date nights might look different, but they’re important.

“I’m a homebody. Jay likes to get out on the town. So we do schedule at-home-date nights and I am fine with that. I never have to leave the house! But of course, I want to meet his needs, too. So we have one at home, scheduled date night, once a week. There’s no compromising that.

We’re together, we rent movies, we play cards. He’s a better chef than I am, so he’ll cook me dinner. It’s just time together to sit and look at each other’s faces and talk about things that don’t revolve around work and dreams and hopes and all of those things.” – Jay and Shelly Jeffsen

7. Remember your spouse is a priority.

“I think a lot of parents make their kids their entire world. We’ve always had the theory that Austin and I are a family. Our kids will join our family and then leave.

We never want to be one of those couples that wakes up in 20 years when our kids are moved out and roll over and look at each other and say, ‘Oh. I don’t know you.’ Something we’ve been doing since Canaan started going to bed at a reasonable hour, we pick one day a week that’s a date night in our home.

We put our phones away and pick something to do — a game, or a movie, or questions to ask each other or dinner to cook together — one night a week. That’s really helped with our connection. I wish we had started doing that sooner.” – Liz and Austin Alvarez

6. The sex will return in time.

“The sleep deprivation, at least for us, did play a fairly big part in numbing our desires. When it comes down to it, you just don’t want sex as much. I’m not going to say it’s perfect, but we’ve acknowledged that we’ve entered a new stage in life and are moving from quantity to quality.

We know that if we’re too tired, it’s fine. We’ve done a lot of shit today. It doesn’t mean that the relationship is breaking down or that we’re not attracted to one another. It means we’re absolutely bloody exhausted and we need to sleep.” – Tom Furnival

5. Know when you need some space.

 “I’ll stay at home with the babies while Lindsay goes to work out on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, she’ll be at home with the kids and I’ll go work out. That’s unavoidable, but it’s good.

We’re very in tune with what the other person’s priorities are, and the other person will take over for that day: cooking, cleaning, anything. It’s really about balance and sharing.” – Ashley and Lindsey Head

4. The everyday stuff is where it’s at.

“Even in a simple gesture of, “Hey, I’m going to go wash dishes,” he’ll say, “You know what honey, I’ll go ahead and dry them for you.” That creates an intimacy right there for us. We talk about the business, and about what’s up next at the gym, like if it’s arm day, and we talk about the kids. That really brings a lot to the relationship for us, as well.”  – Caitlyn Hatt

3. Co-sleeping is a commitment you need to make together or not at all.

“I think there’s something to be said about the baby being physically in your bedroom, right next to your bed. As much as I loved that, and it was a really tough couple first nights away from her, I think it really did improve the intimacy in our relationship.

Having a few hours at a time in between when she needed to be fed, where it was just the two of us, [changed everything.]” –  Alyson Fenty

2. Couples therapy can be a preventative measure.

“One of the things that we did, and then dropped the ball on, but are going to start doing again, was proactively going to couple’s therapy. There were issues that we went to specifically address, but we also would go when there really weren’t issues.

We both recognize the importance of work in the relationship. I have to constantly remind myself that it’s not ‘done’ just because we’re married. It’s cliche, but I think it’s true: you get out what you put in.” – Brandon Pierpoint

1. And therapy for yourself isn’t a bad idea, either.

“My relationship with my body completely changed. I physically didn’t recognize myself. I’m happy that I found a really, really great therapist that helped me through it, and that my husband was great and understanding.

You can definitely plan all you want, but your plans can be thrown out the window through the blink of an eye. We bounced back pretty well.” – Melissa Randazzo

I love all of these tips and I wish that I had heard some of them before diving into this crazy season of life head first.

It can be rough, but we’re all in this together – so let’s share more love and advice in the comments!

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There’s a Seinfeld episode where Jerry goes on a mini-tangent about his t-shirt, “Golden Boy” who has been going strong for years but is starting to fade. When Elaine suggests he take more care, soak the t-shirt in Woolite or use the gentle cycle, Jerry scoffs.

“He’s the Iron Man because he goes out there every day. Wash, spin, rinse, spin! You take that away from him, you break his spirit.”

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It may seem silly, but men really do hang on to their t-shirts until they’re barely stitched together by a few threads, or have more spots with stains than are clean. Why, though?

First, a good t-shirt can be worn every day, for almost any occasion besides work. Yard stuff? Check. Sleeping? Check. Dinner at Chipotle? Yep, that, too. They’re flattering, they’re comfortable, they’re versatile, and they last for a good many years. Why wouldn’t we hang onto our favorites?

Then, there’s the sentimentality factor.

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7 años hace aproximadamente camisetas que tenía, vivo en un desierto extremoso.

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So many of our shirts have a story attached to them – where we got them, who gifted them to us, that one concert we’ll never forget for that band we unironically liked in our twenties. It can even go deeper, reminding of us not only events but of the person we were when it arrived; we’re not that person anymore, but we remember them (mostly) fondly.

James Wallman, author of Suffocation: Living More With Less And Time and How To Spend It, says he thinks the latter reason is the most compelling.

“We attach ideas to things – that’s why people like clothes that famous people once wore. We hold on to old t-shirts because they evoke memories and connect us to earlier versions of ourselves, giving us a sense of enduring identity.”

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#oldtshirts #longsinceforgotten #bandtees

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See, you didn’t even realize there was a deeper psychological reason for your hoarding, did you!?

For men, in particular, they often also have a sense of pride in their “authentically aged” t-shirts, meaning they’re worn and soft in all the right places, and not because Target manufactured them that way.

In fact, this new generation of Post-Millennials may never realize the sentimentality and dedication it once took to own a threadbare t-shirt- one you had to create for yourself over time.

One that, one day – like Seinfeld’s Golden Boy – won’t make it back from a wash. It will dissolve, blowing away like dandelion spores in the late spring, the pieces going wherever good and faithful servants disappear to when their toil is over.

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Posting this while wearing a T shirt I got in 2009. I am a keeper . #oldtshirts

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It’s worth noting that in a survey, 80% of Americans across all demographics (men and women included) said they were attached to at least one t-shirt. I myself have an entire drawer full of ones I just can’t toss, even though the majority don’t fit after having kids.

Do you have the same issue? Are the reasons above your reasons? Tell us which are your favorite ones in the comments!

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Kids love farts. I would have argued this point before I had two (male) children, but I’ve got to admit, I laugh as hard as anyone when one slips out on an inopportune (?) moment.

If you’ve got kids, chances are you could have a hundred fart jokes in your back pocket and it would only get you through a couple of weeks – so here are 18 more to add to your arsenal.

18. Why doesn’t Chuck Norris fart?

Because nothing escapes Chuck Norris.

17. Why are ninja farts so dangerous?

They’re silent but deadly.

16. What’s the definition of a surprise?

A fart with a lump in it.

15. What do you call a person who never farts in front of other people?

A private tooter.

14. What do you call it when someone eats refried beans and onions?

Tear gas.

13. Why should you never fart in church?

You have to sit in your own pew.

12. What do you call a fart in German?

“Farfrompoopin.”

11. What do you call it when someone has a ton of gas after eating?

A fart attack.

10. How is love like a fart?

If you have to force it, it’s probably crap.

9. Why should you never fart on an elevator?

It’s wrong on so many levels.

8. Why did the man stop telling fart jokes?

Everyone told him they stunk.

7. What happened to the blind skunk?

He fell in love with a fart.

6. What do you get when the Queen of England farts?

A noble gas.

5. Did you just fart?

Because you blew me away.

4. Why couldn’t the skeleton fart in front of his friends?

He didn’t have the guts.

3. How are farts like children?

You don’t mind your own but can’t stand other people’s.

2. Why did the chicken cross the road?

The chicken next to her farted.

1. Why did the man get fired from his job delivering fart awareness pamphlets?

He let one rip.

I’m going to use every single one of these and then regret it when my 3yo tells them at preschool. Watch.

What are your favorite fart jokes? I know you’ve got them, so hit us with them in the comments!

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