When Your Kid Is an A**hole (And You Still Love Them)

Let’s talk about those days when parenting feels like an endless cycle of frustration, exhaustion, and disbelief.

You know the ones—When your kid is being an absolute... pain in the ass.

Like, they’re pushing every button.

Testing every limit.

And you’re just standing there wondering, Where did I go wrong?

Tantrums Over M&Ms and Other Meltdown Classics

It’s one of those moments where you feel like you’ve failed as a parent because, despite your best efforts…your kid just threw a tantrum over a green M&M.

Because obviously that’s a hill worth dying on.

And the craziest part?

No matter how much they test your patience, you still love them.

Even when they’re impossible.

Even when you’re this close to screaming into a pillow for the sixth time today.

You wouldn’t trade them for anything.

You’re Not a Bad Parent—You’re a Real One

Let’s be honest:As much as we love our kids, there are days when they drive us absolutely crazy.

It’s like they have a secret radar for your last nerve.They can turn even the simplest task into a power struggle.And by the time bedtime rolls around? You’re just trying to survive.

Frustration Is Normal—It Doesn’t Cancel Out Love

In my own parenting journey, I’ve learned that it’s okay to feel frustrated.

It’s okay to be annoyed.

It doesn’t make you a bad parent.

It makes you human.

Parenting is exhausting.

It doesn’t come with a manual.And nobody talks enough about those moments when your kid is just... a lot.

They’re Still Learning. And So Are You.

Your kid? They’re still figuring out their emotions.

Their brains haven’t caught up to their big feelings.

They’re not trying to ruin your day—they’re just overwhelmed.

And you?

You’re showing up.

Every. Single. Day.

Even when it’s hard.

Even when you feel like you’re failing.

And that?

That’s the real win.

Take the Breath. Show the Love. Even When It’s Hard.

So the next time your kid is acting like a miniature tornado?

Take a breath.

Remind yourself that they’re just learning.

And when you feel like you’re going to lose it, remember this:

You’re not a bad parent for being frustrated.

You’re a parent.

You love them.

You’re trying.

And that’s something to be proud of.