Have you ever heard the saying, “First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes a baby in the baby carriage.” Well, it should be love then marriage then sarcastic remarks and weird arguments with your spouse. Finding the perfect person, getting married, and living happily ever after is a dream for many people, but no one prepares you for all the different things that come with married life. From dealing with household chores to making different compromises, there are many stereotypes and jokes that come along with marriage. Nothing can quite prepare you, except for this list of funny marriage memes. We found the best married life memes that any couple will relate to. Continue reading for a good laugh.
Marriage Is All About Compromises
This is like the mullet of wedding cakes, business in the front, party in the back. But maybe that is why it is the perfect marriage meme, as it shows the multiple sides and facets to married life.
This couple had to compromise on their cake design so they could both get the wedding cake of their dreams.
Slow WiFi Is The Devil
You don’t really know a person till you see how they react to malfunctioning technology and slow internet.
It can tell you a lot about how someone will deal with other frustrating situations through your life. So if you want a getting married funny meme, this is the perfect one to share for a laugh and also as a warning.
“What Did You Just Say?”
There is always one person in a couple who has to have the last word in every argument.
They act like you can’t hear what they said under their breath, but you know it was something that could keep the argument going for days. Most of the memes on this list are targeted towards the woman, but this is a marriage meme for him. He should know that this is exactly what is going through his wife’s mind when he mumbles something under his breath at the end of an argument.
Send Help
When it comes to buying tampons or any feminine product, men are absolutely clueless. Women have the same problem when it comes to buying car oil.
There are so many types of oil for different purposes, and it is confusing. Some of us don’t even know where the oil goes.
“Is This Poisoned?”
When you know your wife loves you, but you always have this secret fear that she is trying to slowly poison you because you watch too many true crime documentaries.
You never really know if that wink is a clue that there is something in the coffee or she is just playful. It’s always a guessing game. Welcome to married life and the world of funny marriage memes…especially for him. Every husband who has a wife that watches true crime documentaries will understand this fear.
Over It Vs. Still In The Honeymoon Phase
In every relationship, there is a honeymoon phase that lasts for a few months, and then you get used to the fact that you will be with your partner for life, and the feeling wears off. This funny getting married meme shows the difference between a just married couple and one that has been together for years.
Once you are past the honeymoon phase, you stop being so lovey-dovey 24/7, and you turn into William and Kate.
Put The Laundry In The Dryer
If you could learn one lesson from this text exchange between a husband and wife, it would be to make sure you complete the tasks your wife asked you to do.
If you don’t, you might get cursed out for not putting the wet clothes in the dryer. An angry wife does not equal a happy life.
Best Or Worst Decision Of Her Life
You can’t judge anyone’s choices if they chose to marry you because then you are questioning why they married you as is explained by this funny marriage meme, exemplified by a cute duck.
It may be one of the best or worst decisions she made, but she still made it and you have to agree with her choices always.
The Dramatics Of It All
Ahh, the memes that have been created surrounding the concept of a man-cold are only exemplified in the world of marriage memes. Sometimes in relationships, men can be more dramatic when it comes to being sick. The slightest cold will have them bed-ridden for days.
On the other hand, women tend to power through while still handling the cooking, cleaning, and taking the children to school.
“Did You Say Food?”
There is one sure way to get your wife to stop being mad at you, and that is to offer her food. She can’t be mad when you have food, as is proved by the cute little piggy in this funny marriage meme.
It works even better if you are offering her favorite food. Always have that on hand when you get into a fight.
Get The Receipts
Never and we repeat never say to your wife that you never said something. You can be almost guarantee that she has a list of things you said cataloged in her brain.
She will not be afraid to go through her files of dumb things you might have said to find the receipts for the conversation. Although this might seem just like a funny getting married meme, it is actually very much accurate.
Your Wife Is Always Right
When your wife tells you how to do something, but you ignore her and do it your way, then it doesn’t end up working because she was right in the first place.
You could have saved your time and just listened to your wife in the first place. This is less of a funny marriage meme and more of a much needed PSA for newly married men.
“I’m Not Done Being Mad”
In a marriage, there are going to be fights and arguments because nothing is perfect. When your partner is mad, you need to give them space to cool off, or you might end up like this terrified dog in this funny marriage meme.
If you prematurely try to hug them when they are mad, you might make them angrier. Learning the right timing is essential in marriages.
“My Husband Is Basically An Extension Of Me”
Usually, your husband is your best friend, so you are used to telling them everything. You even tell them the secrets your friends tell you.
Your friends might think that you aren’t going to tell your husband, but how can you not tell him? He is the best person to come home and gossip with.
Wait For It…
You may have thought high school, college, and starting a career were difficult until you got married and had kids. However, the truth has been revealed in this funny marriage meme. As can be seen here, nothing is more difficult than married life and children.
Although marriage and having children is a joyous time in people’s lives, it also comes with trials and tribulations.
Women Remember Everything
Choose your words carefully when you are talking to your wife about things that might upset her.
You never know when those words are going to be brought up again and could be used against you. This is an important marriage meme for him (the husband) to remember.
“Wow, Good For You!”
As the person who does all the dishes in the house, you might be unimpressed when someone else does them one time.
Although, your husband thinks that he deserves a medal for doing the dishes once every six months.
You Can’t Help But Love Him
When you marry the right person, it is hard to stay mad at them for a long time because you know they didn’t mean to upset you.
You also realize that sometimes you overreact because it happens to everyone from time to time.
Why Is It So Difficult?
Why is it that when people get married they suddenly forget how to place things in a laundry basket.
Is that skill suddenly forgotten when people say their vows? It is right there, yet the clothes always end up next to the basket. This meme perfectly sums up one of the biggest frustrations in married life.
Will The Wife Allow It?
When you get married, you should know that your wife is the ruler now and you must respect her by asking for permission to go out with your single friends. Some people may have a hard time adjusting to this new life, but as can be seen in this just married meme, the wife makes the final decision at the end and usually the husband just has to adjust.
Even if you are not asking, you should at least tell her so she knows where you are at all times of the day.
“I’ve Dealt With Worse Things”
The wrath of a scorned woman is much more powerful than a tornado. You should be much more afraid of your angry wife than a natural disaster. This most likely is not a just married meme, but a long-time veteran husband meme. He knows that it is not worth it to miss the chore of mowing the lawn.
You do not want to get on her bad side because it will not be pretty, and you will not survive.
A Happy Wife Is All That Matters
In marriage the important thing a husband should remember is that his wife’s happiness also affects his happiness.
If she is not happy, her husband will not be happy, and no one wants that. Out of all the getting married memes out there, this one may be the most accurate.
“I Am The Mother Of Dragons”
After a long day of food being thrown at you, dirty diapers, paint on the walls, and playing in the mud, you feel like you have been taming dragons.
Then your husband comes home and dares to ask you how the kids were, and you look like you have been through war and back.
“You Want To Know What’s Wrong With Me?”
“It took you two days to notice I was giving passive aggressive signals that I was mad, and now you finally ask what is wrong with me? I’ll tell you what’s wrong…”
You better beware because it is about to be the longest rant you have ever heard. It has built up for two days, and that is a lot of time to come up with things that are wrong.
Married Life Be Like…
What is married life really like? If you ask the person in this marriage meme, you might be scared off from it forever. When your wife is mad at you, so you take some time to let her cool off and go out of the house, sometimes you can’t think of anywhere to go, so you just sit outside for a while.
This is also how men look when they are waiting on the designated bench while their wives take hours to try on clothes.
Smile For The Public
You can be fighting with your husband for hours, but when you go in public it seems like it is only smiles.
Sometimes it is the other way around, but usually, you keep the fighting behind closed doors.
Dating Vs. Married
When you are dating, people like to leave a little bit to the imagination and not say exactly what is on their mind, especially when it comes to bodily functions.
Then when you are married, people will tell their partners anything and everything, so nothing is off-limits. Welcome to the world of just married memes versus married for twenty years memes.
Men With Mommy Issues
Some women like when men need them a lot, and sometimes it is weird. It is like Howard from The Big Bang Theory who lives with his mom until marriage.
There is always a moment in those relationships where the woman realizes she is married to a giant baby.
Pick And Choose Your Battles
Here is another tip for married couples, know when to let the argument end. There are times when it is not worth it to keep the argument going, and it is ok to just let it die.
You might feel that saying something is important to the conversation but think twice before it comes out of your mouth.
Open Your Ears
There is nothing more annoying than telling your husband that something and explaining it thoroughly only for him to have not heard a word you said.
Everything goes in one ear and out the other, and things have to be explained multiple times before the information is understood.
Some Relationships End Quicker Than Others
We all know that one couple that seemed to move quickly, and as soon as they were engaged and married, they broke up.
It doesn’t always work out for every couple, but that’s why it is important to get to know someone before jumping into something very serious.
Choices…
“Yes, I may be crazy, but what does that make you for marrying me? The answer is even crazier.”
If you marry someone you know is crazy, you are not the one to talk since you knew what you were getting into and still got married.
“Stay Away From My Food”
Some couples can share their food, and it is civilized, while other couples are like Joey from Friends and will not give you even a bite.
You might try to take some of your partner’s fries, but beware of a slap on the hand when you get close to their plate.
“What Are We Fighting About?”
There is always that one point in a dumb argument where you both look at each other and realize you don’t even remember why the fight began.
You could have been fighting for hours and then realize it was all for nothing. It happens to everyone, don’t worry.
“Don’t Even Get Me Started.”
After receiving a 5,000-word essay, she will probably still say nothing is wrong the next time you feel like she is angry.
Why be straight-forward about your feelings when you can bottle them up until they explode out of you.
There Are Two Types Of People In The World
We don’t know anyone who keeps their toothpaste like the tube on the left, but it would be a good reason to have a separate one.
How could anyone leave the tube all crusted like that? Don’t be that person.
Ice Cold
There is something about women’s feet at night that makes them turn into icicles, and then they have to put them on their partner’s body to warm up.
Your husband might be about to fall asleep and once he feels those ice-cold feet he is wide awake. This marriage meme could not have summed up married life in a more perfect way.
“What’s Going On?”
Most of the time, men don’t even know why their wives are angry because they don’t realize when they did something wrong.
Also, women like to say “nothing” when their husbands ask if everything is ok.
Big Event Coming Up
After being married for a while, small things become exciting like the ham expiring. It’s the little things that get you through the week.
You better mark your calendars because Friday’s dinner will be ham.
Good Question
Statistically, most marriages do end in divorce, and many people know the odds before getting married.
While it may seem bleak, some people really love each other enough to make that life-long commitment and stick with it. However, don’t let these funny marriage memes convince you to be skeptical of marriage. They’re not all bad!
It may seem like married life is quite challenging when you look at these funny marriage memes. That may be the case, as everything in life has its challenges, but at least with a list of funny memes like this, you can enjoy the laughter together with other people who have had similar experiences.
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Honest Drawings Show The Challenges & Joys of Married Life
Ashley Lez
This article was originally published on Kueez
Whoever said, “marriage is work” was not joking. Once the honeymoon is over, life kicks in, and you go through many ups and downs with your partner. Israeli artist Yehuda Devir has been married to his wife, Maya, for a while, and he illustrates the most relatable moments in their relationship. From leaving hair all over the place to deciding who has to do the dishes, they show you the real side of married life, and it is perfect for everyone who is in a relationship or was in one in the past. Continue reading to see that your struggles and happy moments are much more common than you thought.
Just Five More Minutes!
Sometimes you just want to lay in bed with your partner all day, but that doesn’t happen because you both have to work. There should be an extra day of the weekend because two days is not enough sleeping-in time. Who else wants a day to cuddle in bed with their partner each week?
If you aren’t a morning person, it must take a lot to drag yourself out of bed each day to go to work, but that is life. Who else misses being a toddler when your parents would beg you to take a nap? We are regretting those missed opportunities now.
Don’t Be Shy
While your partner might be confident with their body, it is hard not to compare yourself to others. Even though she loves him, and only has eyes for him, it is hard to be confident all the time. Everyone goes through those moments of feeling a little uncomfortable.
Whenever you or your partner starts to feel self-conscious, remind them, “if they aren’t paying your bills, don’t pay them no mind.” Don’t worry about what other people think because their opinions are irrelevant and shouldn’t matter.
“It’s Your Turn To Do The Dishes”
When you live with someone, you usually split the household chores evenly. While one person does the cleaning, the other person might offer to do the dishes. This is the number one source of couples’ arguments because no one truly enjoys cleaning up after dinner.
No one likes standing over the sink washing piles of dishes, but someone has to do it. It always feels better when one partner offers to clean up without being asked, but how often does that really happen? If you think you are the couple that gets in small spats all the time, you are not alone.
“Hey! Stop That!”
The holidays are a notorious time for people to gain weight because of all the parties and delicious foods. However, once the holiday season is over, it might be difficult to see the results of all those cookies. To make matters worse, he decided to prank her by making the scale show a higher number.
Although it may feel bad to put on a couple of pounds, weight gain isn’t the end of the world. It’s ok to let yourself indulge a little more during the holiday, but don’t be too hard on yourself. The number on the scale doesn’t matter; it’s how you feel inside.
“I’m Using It…As A Back Rest”
When you and your partner made new year’s resolutions to work out more and bought a fitness machine to help with that goal, but no one ends up using it. It probably turns into a coat hanger or a waste of space in the house because all those goals went out the window.
This has happened to many people, so don’t feel alone. Who wants to use some weird contraption when they can sit and eat Nutella instead. Maybe it would be reasonable to eat Nutella while using the exercise machine, so it doesn’t totally go to waste.
Fights Are a Part Of Every Relationship
In every relationship, it is normal to argue and fight. It isn’t always rainbows and sunshine, and some fights are bigger than others. They can be about anything from not remembering an anniversary to saying the wrong thing, but a fight doesn’t mean the couple no longer loves each other.
However, even if you argue, it is important to work through those problems because it will only make you a stronger couple. One relationship rule we have heard repeatedly is, “Never go to sleep angry.” It is better to work through the problem and resolve the issue sooner than later.
“How Could I Forget?”
The longer you are in a relationship, the harder it is to remember every important anniversary. From your first date to the day you got engaged to your wedding date, there are so many numbers to remember that they can start to blur together.
It always feels good when your significant other remembers the anniversary without you reminding them. Even if they have to put an alarm on their phone or mark their calendars, it shows they care to commemorate important milestones in the relationship.
“How Do You Have So Much Hair?”
If you have ever lived with a woman who has long hair, you know the struggle of finding hair everywhere. On the floor, on the couch, on the tables, and even on your clothes. No matter where you look, there is probably hair on that surface.
Even if you clean or vacuum all of it up, somehow, you still find strands seconds later. How does someone lose so much hair, yet they still have so much left on their head? It is a question people will be asking themselves for the rest of their lives.
“I Found A Grey Hair! You’re Getting Old”
When women find grey hair, it is like the end of the world, but when you find grey hair on your man, it makes us feel better. It makes you wonder what they will look like with a full head of grey. Will they be a silver fox or the complete opposite?
It’s fun to mess around because it doesn’t matter what happens as long as you can grow old together. Those little signs of aging aren’t so bad, and people can look at them as having more wisdom.
Relationship Bodies
Nothing says getting into a relationship quite like gaining a few extra pounds. When you are in love, it just kind of happens without anyone noticing. Some people don’t mind it, and others hate it, but it’s your body, and you can change what you want to.
Sometimes we catch ourselves looking in the mirror at all the different parts of our body and judging them. However, in those times, we have to catch ourselves and remember that changing bodies are normal. He doesn’t seem to mind his belly, so she shouldn’t care about hers.
“It’s Not What You Think”
When you live with your partner and have a show you watch together, but they watch the new episode without you. It is one of the biggest betrayals because now they know what happens, and you are left in the dark. It also means you have to watch it alone.
How could they? You left the house for a few hours, and that was the first thing they thought to do. How will you ever trust that they will wait to watch again? They need to earn your show trust back again because it will never be the same.
A Hairy Situation
When you cook for your significant other, and they find one of your hairs in their dish. “How did that get there?” You can play it off and say that your hair adds more flavor or that it is your secret ingredient, but they know by now that they will find hair no matter where they look.
When you have been in a relationship long enough, it’s easier to tell them that it’s gross for hair to be in the food. At some point in the relationship, they will learn to love your hair all over the house. Hair won’t hurt anyone; it’s just not the original flavor you were going for.
“Yes! A Thousand Times Yes!”
Most people dream of the day someone gets down on one knee and asks them to spend the rest of their lives together. When someone loves you so much that they want to be with you forever, it is an overwhelmingly incredible feeling. She was clearly waiting for this and had her answer prepared.
Sometimes you don’t see it coming, or you had a feeling that it would happen soon, but it is so exciting when they finally ask that long awaited question. It’s not about the ring or how big the proposal is; it’s just about you and them taking the next big step in your partnership.
Time To Focus On Our Health
When one person goes on a health kick, both of you are along for the ride, especially when you live together. You might be perfectly satisfied with your lifestyle, but they will replace everything in the fridge with kale because a magazine article said it was the best way to live.
It might only last for a few days before they start craving carbs again, but be supportive and make the most of it. You can complain when they start making you do pilates and yoga because you didn’t sign up for that.
Who Is This Morning Monster?
When you go to sleep at night next to your partner but wake up next to a hairball monster. It might be terrifying at first, but eventually, you get used to the way they look in the morning. Even Hulk is startled by the sight of her in the early hours.
Just imagine how nice they look once they brush their hair and wipe the drool off the side of their mouth. No one wakes up looking flawless (except Beyonce), so let’s give everyone a break for not looking perfect in the morning.
Knowing When To Say Sorry
Relationships aren’t perfect. There will be arguments when people say things they don’t mean, but it is how you get through those things that determines the strength of your relationship. Sometimes you have to know when to say sorry because words can hurt.
Some people are more sensitive, but these spats are part of any relationship. Whether you have been together for two months, two years, or two decades, those little arguments will happen because no relationship is perfect all the time.
Busted!
When you move in with someone, you start to find out the strange habits they developed when they lived alone. Whether it is eating out of the fridge or leaving the toilet seat up, we all have weird habits. It is just slightly more embarrassing when people discover them.
What’s the point of taking the food out of the fridge to warm it when you can eat it right out of the cold container. He didn’t think he would get caught, but this time he was wrong. There is no way to get out of this one.
Baby Fever Level: 1000
When baby fever kicks in, there is no turning back. As long as you and your partner have talked about this and are ready to take those steps, it might be time to start trying before she starts smelling random babies to cure the fever.
Who knew that babies could be so infatuating once you get to a certain point in your life. Their cute little rolls and tiny toes can drive any woman wild, and he seems to appreciate his wife’s longing stares.
Operation Make A Baby
When couples decide it is time to start trying for a baby, they have to strategically think about it. There is a small window when women can get pregnant, so she will make sure they are in bed with a plan on those days.
Plenty of couples can relate to this situation, where she is the sergeant, and they have to follow her attack plan. He has to be ready at any moment and ready for battle because it usually doesn’t happen overnight for most couples.
Send Help!
When couples start trying for a baby, it can take a few tries. She might not get pregnant on the first try, so there are tips and tricks to increase a couple’s chances. However, there are only so many times you can try in one day, and he looks like he is about to tap out.
He looks like he is about to wave the white flag because he can’t go another round. There are too many positions to try and get through, but he only has so much energy. When will it be acceptable to stop for the night and try again tomorrow?
Baby Potion In The Works
As she is trying her best to get pregnant, she is doing everything to increase her chances. She is taking everything from folic acid to random vitamins to make sure she is ready when she does get pregnant. Do you think her potion will help?
Her husband is confused by all the pills, serums, and concoctions, but she doesn’t care as long as they can have a baby. When you want to get pregnant, you will do everything in your power to make sure it can happen.
The Red Monster Returns
Trying for a baby is a rollercoaster of an experience, which is why couples have to prepare for all the emotions that come with the journey. It might be emotional when the test doesn’t show a positive sign or her period shows up, but that doesn’t mean they should give up.
Trying to have a baby is an emotional rollercoaster for not only the woman but also her partner. It can take a toll on a relationship when pregnancy doesn’t happen right away, but it is important to remember that you are doing this to start a family with the person you love, and that is what really matters.
“Don’t Be Such A Baby”
It’s a common stereotype that when women are sick, they don’t stop working. When men are sick though, the world comes crashing down, and he makes it seem like this is the worst illness of his life. It might be a minor cold, but he pretends he is dying.
Sometimes men can be so dramatic, especially when they are sick. Women will work through a 104-degree fever, but he can’t manage to get over this sniffle. They just want to be taken care of and coddled because that makes them feel better.
We Did It!
For so many couples, it is a dream to get pregnant and start a family. After trying for a while, Yehuda and Maya finally got a positive result and couldn’t have been happier. It is a celebratory moment because they are so excited to begin this new chapter of life.
They talked about starting a family for so long, and their plans finally came to life. This is one of the most memorable moments in their relationship, and it is something a couple will never forget. They were so excited for this journey to begin and see what experiences it would bring.
Taking It Easy Is Not So Simple
It’s time to move to a bigger place for their growing family, but he does not want his pregnant wife to do any work because he is protective of her. Pregnancy can cause a lot of strain on the body, and he wants her to take it easy and avoid heavy lifting.
Some women are determined to be independent throughout their entire pregnancy, and it’s hard to take it easy. While a partner does all the heavy lifting, it is hard to stand aside and rest when you are not used to that role. That being said, you have to think about your baby and put your ego aside during this crucial juncture. For many expectant mothers, that’s easier said than done.
“My Face…My Beautiful Face”
Your body goes through many changes during pregnancy, and your hormones are all over the place. Sometimes, that can cause acne, which you thought you got rid of as an adult. It might be annoying at the time, but he still thinks she is perfect. Pregnancy isn’t perfect all the time, but the outcome is worth it.
Eventually, your hormones will go back to regular levels, but it takes time for your body to adjust to these changes. It might feel like you are back in high school struggling to cover up pesky zits, but remember, it is all part of growing a human.
Belly Kisses
There is nothing more special than the excitement you have to meet your baby finally. This is a time full of love and lots of kisses. This baby is going to be so loved, and as soon-to-be parents, they are patiently watching as she develops and gets ready to enter the world.
Dad’s love giving belly kisses because it helps them feel connected during the pregnancy. Yehuda was so excited to be a dad, and they were counting down the days until the due date. Every twist and turn that came with pregnancy was wonderful and nerve-racking.
What An Interesting Discovery
As we said before, the body goes through many changes throughout pregnancy, and Maya was excited to share her changing body with Yehuda. He doesn’t seem to mind how excited she is that her boobs now touch her belly.
A woman’s body can do so many things, and those changes that make people self-conscious or excited are ways that will help the baby grow healthily. Although it is hard to be excited about bloating, growing bellies, and widening hips, these are all signs that your baby is getting bigger.
“Stop, Nobody Move!”
When the baby kicks for the first time, it is a magical moment. She couldn’t contain her excitement and wanted him to stop what he was doing to see. You can finally feel your baby moving around, and it becomes very real that a human is growing inside you.
Between pregnancy tests and doctor’s visits, she knew she was pregnant, but it finally hits you when the baby starts to move. Nothing can prepare a person for that odd moment or feeling, but it is something that will comfort you to know they are doing great inside the womb.
As Long As She Is Comfortable
As your belly starts to grow, it can be uncomfortable to sleep. While most people buy a special pillow to support their bellies, some opt to use their husbands as pillows. She is sleeping peacefully for once while he is trying not to be smothered by her hair.
Although he is incredibly uncomfortable in that position, he knows she barely gets any rest and deserves to feel comfortable for the first time in a while. At that moment, he is planning his day around buying a comfortable pregnancy pillow so she can use that instead of him.
They Need Another Bathroom
As your baby grows, it applies more pressure to your organs, including your bladder. Move out of the way because she has to go to the bathroom, and he is in the wrong place at the wrong time. He was in the middle of going when she barged in because she could not wait any longer.
When your pregnant wife says she has to go to the bathroom, don’t hesitate to make sure there is a free toilet. With all her hormones going crazy, you do not want to mess with a pregnant woman who has a bathroom emergency.
“Are You Sure You Don’t Need Help?”
As we all know, when your belly starts to grow, everyday tasks become the biggest challenge because the bump gets in the way. At some point, putting on a pair of sneakers is like mission impossible because it is too hard for your arms to reach your feet.
Your partner might lend you a helping hand, but if you are anything like this cartoon, that is not an option. Holding onto some sense of independence gets harder and harder as you get further into your pregnancy. Sometimes it is best to let someone put your shoes on.
It’s Time!
It’s finally time to go to the hospital, but you might want to only bring the essentials instead of everything in the house. Instead of bringing everything you own, it is best to prepare a bag for the hospital, so you aren’t running around when its go time.
After the long nine months, it is finally time to meet their baby. Although they look panicked, they are over the moon about bringing home their new baby. This is a milestone moment in many people’s lives, and it is a joyous and scary time.
The Miracle Of Life
“Push, Push!!” The beautiful and painful moment is finally here, and they are about to meet their baby. He is beaming with excitement. After nine long months, you get to see the baby you created and start to enjoy parenthood.
Every woman says that labor is one of the hardest things they have physically gone through, and it most terrifies most people. Although they can grow babies, we don’t think anyone is prepared to push a watermelon through a pinhole.
Baby Ariel Is Here
When you can’t get enough of your newborn baby, and you want to stare at her all day long. Everything she does is adorable, even her drool and dirty diapers. They can’t believe that they created such an adorable baby girl. Most people would enjoy her sleeping moments while they last.
There are so many exciting moments when you bring your baby home, and everything they do is something to document. Even though she might have a smelly diaper, they can’t get over how sweet she looks. They might not think the baby is so cute when they go to change that diaper.
She Is Perfect In Every Way
After the pain and pushing comes the moment you get to hold your baby for the first time. You try to figure out which features the baby got from each parent and count all of her fingers and toes until you are sure there are ten of each.
It is like a halo of bliss is surrounding the new family, and nothing could compare to the way they feel at that moment. The nine months can sometimes feel like it is dragging on the more excited you get to meet your child, and then suddenly they are there, and it changes your world.
Exhausted Is An Understatement
“She never stops crying!!!” Once the baby is up, it is hard to put her back to sleep. It seems like she never stops crying. There are many exciting moments, but the sleepless nights are not something that you can prepare for. It might be time to get some caffeine and prepare for another long sleepless night.
Some people who are not parents might ask you why you are exhausted all the time because babies are supposed to sleep a lot, but they don’t understand. No one will ever understand a parent’s exhaustion until they experience it first hand. For one small baby, she has a lot of power.
New Dads Struggle Too
Raising a child doesn’t come with a manual; it’s something you learn as you go along and, just like with everything else, you’re bound to make mistakes. It’s those moments, laying in bed with your partner when your mind starts to race, and that self-doubt starts creeping in.
Being a dad is challenging because the baby is automatically connected to their mother. Sometimes it is more difficult to form that special bond, and it can be frustrating when she only wants her mom. Many new fathers go through this period where they question a lot of things, but it is ok to ask for help.
The First Time Away Is The Hardest
“Are you sure we need to leave her? She can fit in my suitcase!” The first trip away without the baby is difficult, and it is emotional. Nothing will happen to the baby, they will be just fine, but there is still a feeling of longing to be with them and protect them.
Although you deserve a break with your partner, you still want to see your baby every day and make sure they are ok. What if they forgot about you after a day? What if your baby misses you? These are all questions that might run through your mind, but remember, your baby is doing just fine.
We Still Got It
After having children and changing lifestyles, you should embrace the changes that your bodies go through. You love your partner no matter how their body changes, and you both embrace them together. Just because a pair of jeans doesn’t fit doesn’t mean you aren’t beautiful.
Although it can be hard to accept that your body looks different, you have to remember that you brought a beautiful child into the world. It’s ok to gain weight, and it is ok to lose weight. You are not alive just to pay bills and lose weight.
Mad But In Love
After a confrontation or argument, there is a slight tension in the air, and you are waiting for the other person to speak first. It is important to put your ego aside and try to work problems out together because nothing is more important than the love you share.
Communication is key in every relationship. No matter how stubborn you might feel, it is important to break down those barriers and talk things through with your partner. Arguments are inevitable, but the way you get through them will make the relationship stronger.
Stuck At Home
Just when they were getting in the hang of this parenting thing, a pandemic strikes, and everyone had to stay in their homes for what felt like decades. How do you keep your toddler active and get housework done without leaving the confines of your apartment?
No matter how much you love your child, you can always use a break from them each day. When you are stuck inside, you have to think of exciting things to keep them active. They will run a muck through your house if they aren’t occupied at all times.
Not Again!
After the baby is born and you start to feel like yourself again, you might want to have some special time with your partner. However, that is a little more challenging when there is a crying baby one room over. Just when you thought she was sound asleep and things were going smooth, she woke up.
“Do we let her cry? Is there time to finish? Are you even in the mood anymore?” Those questions run through both your minds, and someone has to decide because you are in a compromising position. This is why parents need a getaway every once in a while.
“This Can’t Be Happening”
Just as your wife is walking around shedding hair like it is no problem, you discover a bald patch. It is like sirens are going off in your head that you are getting older, and questions are racing around your mind. How long do you have before it gets bigger? Do you need hair plugs?
Not to worry, just brush your hair in a different way to hide the patch. You can even use all the hair your wife sheds to create a mini toupee to cover up the spot. While it might seem like your world is crumbling around you, it is just one of the small problems that comes with age.
Mommy Needs A Break
There comes a time in the first year of having a baby when every parent needs a break. You might have found a hiding spot when things get crazy, or you just hide in another room to get a few moments of silence. Even just a minute to gather your thoughts is helpful.
Maybe it’s best to develop a code word with your partner when you start to feel overwhelmed. Being a parent is one of the hardest jobs, and it takes a lot of mental strength to keep going until you are running on fumes. It doesn’t mean you love your child any less; everyone needs a break.
Team Work Makes The Dream Work
“Honey, what pasta shape is better?” “It doesn’t matter. I know you can handle this on your own.” When you are the one who usually does the shopping, but you are too busy to go that week. Someone has to buy groceries, and they might not be the most experienced one in the house.
While you are at home doing all the work that has been piling up while watching a toddler, it can be frustrating to get phone calls about pasta. “How does he not know how to grocery shop without needing my help?” These are the thoughts running through her mind.
Mr. And Mrs. Know-It-All
When you really think about it, they are fighting about who loves their daughter more. Everyone wants the best for their children, but it’s hard to make the right decisions all the time. Parenting doesn’t come with set rules to help you make tough decisions, so it is up to you.
At that moment, you and your partner might have differing opinions about what is best for the child. However, it is best to sit down and discuss them calmly, so you can both think rationally about it. Maybe your combined decision is better than the two individual decisions.
Time For Baby #2
Just when you thought life couldn’t get crazier, another baby is on the way. While some people only want one child, others want to have big families. One baby was fun, but now you will get to experience it all over again and watch your child become an older sibling.
Although pregnancy is challenging, it is rewarding to grow your family. The second time around, people know what to expect more or less, so they don’t have as many surprises. It might be hard to get your first child adjusted to sharing time with the new baby.
Quality Time
In the age of technology, everyone is glued to their phones until they go to sleep. Even though bedtime is the only free time some people have with their partner, it doesn’t mean you have to do something together every night. Lying in bed and relaxing in different ways is still time together.
She is probably looking up things to expect with a second child while he watches Hulk cartoons. Sometimes you don’t feel like talking and just want to do something alone. That is ok, and no one has to feel bad for needing time to themself.