15 Daily Struggles Of Parenting Toddlers (Explained By Cat GIFs)

It's called the "terrible twos" for a reason.

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1. Being woken up by a smack to the face.

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It's not the nicest wake-up call.

2. Dealing with the lie of "potty trained."

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Ugh... anyone know where the carpet cleaner is?

3. Trying to keep them off the table.

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"What's a chair?"

4. The picky eating that drives you mad.

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They only eat food that are white... or pink.

5. Having to stop them from seriously injuring themselves.

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And having new ways to hurt yourself presented daily.

6. They freak when you shut the door.

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You can't pee alone, sorry.

7. They love the word "no".

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Unless you say it to them... then it's tantrum time.

8. The inevitable surprise attack.

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Whether they're throwing their toys or just want to ruin everything you own, it's going to happen.

9. You have an appointment, but they have different ideas.

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You're going to be late because your toddler is too busy dancing around to get dressed.

10. Afternoon nap is hard for you.

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The inner struggle on if you should sleep too is real.

11. Wondering if that nap was worth it.

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25 minutes to get them to sleep for a 15 minute nap.

12. Never having a clean home.

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You clean it and they tornado behind you messing it all up.

13. Having to make dinner with one hand.

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You'll try to find a way for them to entertain themselves, but they won't.

14. The deadly bath time.

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It's a love-hate relationship really.

15. Watching them sleep peacefully.

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And holding your breath so you don't wake them up again.