Parenting Tweets So Funny We Could Just Cry

Celebrities are parents, too. And these hilarious tweets help remind us that raising children is an equalizing experience for everyone.

Raising kids isn’t always easy, but it’s often pretty entertaining. Children and babies are creative, unpredictable and often test our boundaries. It takes an immense amount of energy to try to mold these little ones into good human beings.

While the journey of parenthood can be filled with its ups and downs, sharing those charming (or ridiculous) moments reminds everyone that we’re all going through a similar experience. And who better to share those entertaining moments than the most famous entertainers on the planet?

Here are some of the most hysterical and relatable celebrity parenting tweets on the internet.

You Can Turn Any Answer Into a Parenting Lesson

Conan O’Brien / Twitter

Maybe a subtle hint to step up their Father’s Day gifting game.

Kids Often Get the Last Word

Anna Faris / Twitter

At least he’s being honest about his intentions.

They May Be Creative, but They’re Not All Artists

Ryan Reynolds / Twitter

Most parents would be happy with whatever their kid created, but Ryan Reynolds keeps it real when it comes to his infant’s first artwork.

Men Become Less Intimidating

Olivia Wilde / Twitter

Knowing that we’ve all peed all over ourselves at some point is truly a great human equalizer.

They Take Pleasure in the Simple Joys

Neil Patrick Harris / Twitter

Even if you spent hours of your own time and plenty of money on attempting to bring them fancier pleasures.

You Don’t Always Have the Luxury of Normal Meals

Carrie Underwood / Twitter

Let’s just hope what you feed your kids is healthy and balanced since that’s what you end up eating, too!

Sharing Parenting Responsibilities Can Get Complicated

Chrissy Teigen / Twitter

Those babies do need constant care, duh.

It’s Fun to Surprise Them

Ryan Reynolds / Twitter

Though maybe not all surprises are welcome.

Kids Are Wise Beyond Their Years

Alyssa Milano / Twitter

Such insightful knowledge will keep you from ever making a dire flatulence-based blunder.

Privacy Becomes a Joke

Busy Philipps / Twitter

There’s no such thing as “you” time anymore, even if it takes “you” awhile to figure that out.

Speaking of Jokes, You Get to Unapologetically Dad-Joke All the Time

Conan O’Brien / Twitter

Something that cheesy deserves at least a fist bump.

Of Course, Kids Tell the Best Jokes

Christina Applegate / Twitter

Nothing will make your joke better than unapologetically cracking up at it.

Though, in the End, the Joke is Really on All of Us

Ryan Reynolds / Twitter

Nothing gets you giggling – or ends a giggle fest more quickly – than reminding yourself of your own mortality.

If Your Kid Gets Sick, You Get Sick

Kristen Bell / Twitter

At least your sickness will hopefully earn you brownie points with your partner.

Teach Them Household Chores Early

Anna Faris / Twitter

Just, you know, be careful what you wish for.

Parenting Isn’t Easy, so Just Get Over It

Andy Richter / Twitter

If you’re waiting for it to be always fun and always effortless, you’ll be waiting quite a while.

If You Need a Break, You Can Take Time for Yourself

Ryan Reynolds / Twitter

Only, maybe, don’t take it to this extreme.

There Are All Sorts of Ways to Teach Responsibility

Conan O’Brien / Twitter

And many of those methods are delightfully temporary!

There’s Never a Dull Moment With a Talkative Little One

Lin Manuel Miranda / Twitter

Kids say the darnedest things!

It’s Fun to Imagine Ways to Really Mess With Their Minds

Rob Delaney / Twitter

Of course you’d never actually say it… even if it’s laughably true.

The Key Is to Get Your Parenting Style on Lock

Ken Jennings / Twitter

A better description has maybe never existed.

The True Value of the Afternoon Nap

Alyson Hannigan / Twitter

Sure, you pretend it’s for your child to recharge, but let’s be honest about who really benefits from some quiet time in the house…

Not All Family Outings Are Mutually Enjoyable

Michael Ian Black / Twitter

Sometimes, being a chaperone feels more like a punishment than an honor.

You Get Used to Fighting at All Hours of the Day and Night

Nicole Richie / Twitter

To be fair, most “thugs” are likely sleeping at 8:30 a.m., so this is probably more accurate for parents of toddlers.

Kids Speak the Truth, Even If It’s Accidental

Joel McHale / Twitter

Even though these aren’t the actual song lyrics, they’re technically true.

Parents Have to Be Mature Grown Ups …

Rob Delaney / Twitter

… even if they’re still immature little kids inside.

Poop and Pee Are Realities of Life

Anna Faris / Twitter

It seems he’s really embracing the “potty” portion of “potty training.”

Making the Tough Calls

Taye Diggs / Twitter

Sometimes, as a parent, you have to make a call even if you’re not totally sure if it’s right and just hope for the best.

Parenting Means Overpriced Toys

Adam Scott / Twitter

Parenting might be slightly easier if only simple toys were reasonably priced.

Understanding Motivation

Kelly Oxford / Twitter

At least she’s trying to understand how someone might become evil — even though you can’t help but wonder why she’s asking.

Happiness Equals Sleep

Jim Gaffigan / Twitter

Forget about clapping your hands — true happy children show it by letting their parents get some much-needed rest.

Fights Aren’t Fair

Andy Richter / Twitter

Sometimes, as a parent, you have to keep your competitive spirit in check, even though you know you can pretty much win any game, at least for the first decade or so of your child’s life.

Who’s the Boss

Michael Ian Black / Twitter

Sometimes, you have to just remind your kid that you’re the boss … and bosses get to do whatever they want.

A Different Perspective on Punishment

Rob Delaney / Twitter

Three hot meals and plenty of downtime? For some overwhelmed parents, that doesn’t sound like a bad idea at all.

The Main Issue With Parenting

Andy Richter / Twitter

Honestly, being a parent would be super easy if only you didn’t spend all your time constantly caring for your children — just like running a marathon is no problem if only you didn’t have to, you know, run all those miles.