Since my first round-up about parenting teens seemed to really resonate with people, I decided to do a Part 2.
Here are more hilariously relatable posts from parents in the trenches – hope these bring you some laughs!
Janene
#1
1st time waking up my teen: *rubs back* Hey buddy, time to get up.
— KJ (@IDontSpeakWhine) April 2, 2024
2nd time: *shakes him* It’s been 5 minutes. Get up.
3rd time: *rips blanket off* Get up NOW!
4th time: *rage breathing* YOU’RE LATE!
My teen: *dramatically sits straight up* WHY DIDN’T YOU WAKE ME SOONER?!
#2
I just asked my 15 year old daughter what she even does to help around the house and she said, “I represent the family. I’m at school everyday honoring the family name.” 😂
— Shimon Cohen (@ShimonDCohen) May 6, 2022
#3
Note to parents: asking your teen to check if a package arrived does not imply they should also bring it inside. I know this now.
— I Hide From My Kids (@IHideFromMyKids) April 28, 2025
#4
I used the old “I gave birth to you” on my daughter, she said “That was one time”.
— uncle mom (@mayamanion) July 11, 2022
#5
After I dropped my daughter off at college, my youngest son said “We’re finally empty nesters. Let’s start traveling”.
— uncle mom (@mayamanion) September 5, 2022
#6
My over 6 ft tall, built like a linebacker teen said I was a bad parent for leaving him in the car while I ran into CVS as “someone could kidnap him.” I said I think that’s physically impossible & even if someone did manage to kidnap you they’d return you. Trust me, you’re safe.
— Mommy Needs a Life (@momneedsalife3) November 5, 2022
#7
Teens be like, my room is a disaster and I didn't do any of my chores, but I need $20 and a ride.
— KJ (@IDontSpeakWhine) April 8, 2023
#8
Parenting a teen is fun because you get to try and help someone who doesn't want your help and then get blamed for not helping them.
— Scary Mommy (@ScaryMommy) October 26, 2022
#9
My teen- *with a mouthful of burger and fries* Must be nice to be an adult and do whatever you want
— Maryfairyboberry🧚🏻♀️ (@maryfairybobrry) November 3, 2022
Me- *picking at my salad and holding the bill*- Yeah, it’s been a real treat
#10
No one’s ever more confident than my teen daughter telling me how to do something she’s never done
— McDad (@mcdadstuff) March 6, 2023
#11
My teen spent the car ride to school explaining in great detail how he’s an adult now and wants everyone to recognize his independence. He also texted me at lunch to complain how the crusts weren’t removed from his sandwich
— Maryfairyboberry🧚🏻♀️ (@maryfairybobrry) September 14, 2022
#12
Told my 13yo daughter to stop arguing with me and she said she wasn't arguing, she was just telling me why I'm wrong.
— Dissproportionately (@dissproportion) September 4, 2025
#13
Thoughts and prayers for my teen who had to suffer through the router being reset. It was touch and go for approximately 5 minutes, but thankfully he survived.
— Mommy Needs a Life (@momneedsalife3) December 8, 2024
#14
My son texted me this morning and told me he had left his laptop behind. I replied, “Too bad. Learn some responsibility.” And then we laughed and laughed and I got into the car and dropped it off at the school for him.
— Shattered Table Taco (@bgschnikelfritz) January 31, 2024
#15
I told my teen he’s slower than dial up and he asked me if that was a soap
— Maryfairyboberry🧚🏻♀️ (@maryfairybobrry) November 27, 2021
#16
I don't mean to brag, but I scored a parenting hat trick this morning…
— KJ (@IDontSpeakWhine) March 14, 2023
… I made my teen sigh, roll her eyes and leave the room because I looked at her and smiled.
#17
PARENTING TEENS:
— Robert Knop (@FatherWithTwins) August 11, 2023
You're excited to eat the leftovers from dinner yesterday until you find out your son ate it 2 hours after you went to bed last night.
#18
My teenager has really expensive taste for someone who can't afford to buy their own toothpaste.
— Raising Teens Today (@HonestTeenTalk) December 18, 2021
#19
At my baby shower years ago, someone told me I was having a best friend for life. This morning my daughter stole my mascara and told me I dress like Adam Sandler in case you’re wondering how that special friendship is progressing
— Maryfairyboberry🧚🏻♀️ (@maryfairybobrry) March 22, 2023
#20
There needs to be a parenting book called “What To Expect – The Teen Years” because this is some next level bullshit.
— Mommy Needs a Life (@momneedsalife3) May 20, 2024
#21
My teen has informed us that when she has kids, she’s going to limit screen time, take them hiking, teach them how to raise chickens and milk cows, demonstrate the value of work.
— McDad (@mcdadstuff) August 27, 2024
This is the same kid who won’t take her shoes upstairs
#22
I swear my teen’s response to anything I say is I know Mom. I’m making pasta tonight…I know Mom. Really? Cuz I tricked you, I’m making chicken. You’re not some 14 year old clairvoyant, cut it out.
— Mommy Needs a Life (@momneedsalife3) April 23, 2021
#23
My son’s new landlord asked if I wanted a key to the house he will be sharing with three other 19 year old boys and I’ve never wanted anything less in my entire life.
— Sweet Momissa (@sweetmomissa) June 22, 2024
#24
One of the toughest parts about parenting a teen is having to stay awake till 11pm to pick them up from an event
— McDad (@mcdadstuff) July 15, 2023
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