Chris Grady is a father of two, husband, and mastermind behind the Lunarbaboon web comic series that flawlessly illustrates all of life’s struggles, joys, and WTF moments that come with being a parent. Following a boy named Moishe, his baby sister Matilda, and an easygoing mom, Lunarbaboon documents life as a parent from a father’s perspective — and has since been turned into a page-turning book called Lunarbaboon: The Daily Life of Parenthood. More from CafeMom: 15 Insane Toddler Mom Cartoons That Are Totally … Our Lives CafeMom recently caught up with Chris, who reveals how Lunarbaboon came about and what he hopes other parents can take away from his comics. “I was dealing with some serious anxiety and depression and the comic started as a form of therapy,” Grady tells CafeMom. “The idea was that I would take things that were stressing me out and try and find the humor in them. It turned out that a lot of what stressed me out was parenting, which is why so many of my comics focused on me as a father. I hope other parents who are struggling with parenthood get the message that they are not alone. That life with kids can be hard, but it comes with many rewards.” Each of Chris’s comic strips present real-life parenting situations that are beyond relatable. So, should any parents happen to need a pick-me-up when life — or a Lego that a child left on the floor — brings them down, whoomp, there it is. Dad’s work is honest, funny, and not afraid to go there. The parenting struggle is often too real, and this Lunarbaboon comic hits close to home. How many of us have rolled up to our homes excited to see our family, only to witness an apocalyptic-level meltdown from the front window? May the force be with you always. … And there’s also a chance you, as proud mom or dad, will have to attend allll of those wonderful sporting and hobby events, no matter how bored you might become. While most parents try to anticipate and prepare for these what-if scenarios dining out, one thing that’s truly annoying is how childish some people can act at the sight of you and your family being seated to eat — or how they can give an instant death-beam stare if your kid cries for two seconds. Seriously, before you say your grace … can you please give us a little? (We’re trying.) Caillou is one of the most annoying cartoons out there, and yet, children can’t seem to get enough of it. We feel for you, Dad. All jokes aside, it’s great for people to care so much about the well-being of your child that they feel … inspired to offer tips and tricks. But, at some point, people need to just take a step back, as too much advice can be overwhelming and annoying as f*ck. It’s a tough job, but someone’s gotta do it. More from CafeMom: 14 Epic Grocery Store Meltdowns From Kids Who Can’t Even … But that doesn’t mean moms and dads don’t enjoy much-needed adult time. This Lunarbaboon comic perfectly sums up how most, if not all, parents feel at times. Yes, babies are beautiful, but so are date nights with the babysitter watching LO. (Can we get a hallelujah?) It’s not fun, and really hurts. (Tear) But, hey, using LO as weight for bicep curls or chest presses should count for something, right? More from CafeMom: 10 #Fitspo Moms on Instagram You Should Follow Now Yes, that was you becoming a human mop on the floor in aisle 6 when you thought you weren’t getting ice cream. YOU. As much as brothers and sisters love each other, there was likely a time growing up when you were willing to trade your younger sib for a piece of chewing gum, a bag of Blow Pops and Tootsie Rolls, or first dibs on the swing. There are many reasons why a school might call a parent about his or her child. Maybe LO isn’t feeling well or forgot something you need to bring. … Or, maybe your child’s latest art drawing leaves teachers full of questions and concerns. You gotta love children’s imaginations — along with their ability to repeat and regurgitate things they’ve seen but aren’t really supposed to repeat. Being a mother is no walk in the park (at all), and as much as it is a wonderful responsibility you would never change for the world, that doesn’t mean there aren’t times when you don’t feel 100 percent and like a perfect mom. More from CafeMom: 15 Things We’re Sorry We Ever Judged Moms for Doing … The results could be permanent. Getting children to go to bed at a decent hour can take some MacGyver tactics and potential bribing before everyone gets to sleep … But in the event LO just wants to stay up — and you’re beyond your limit after the fifth book — at some point, you might find yourself saying “Screw it” before you shut your eyes and tell your kid to play quietly. Yup, your child’s food. Kids. They always seem to find the loopholes. More from CafeMom: 15 Lies Parents Tell to Convince Kids to Eat Food
title: “21 Spot On Cartoons That Capture Those Wtf Parenting Moments” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-26” author: “Brandon Parker”
Chris Grady is a father of two, husband, and mastermind behind the Lunarbaboon web comic series that flawlessly illustrates all of life’s struggles, joys, and WTF moments that come with being a parent. Following a boy named Moishe, his baby sister Matilda, and an easygoing mom, Lunarbaboon documents life as a parent from a father’s perspective — and has since been turned into a page-turning book called Lunarbaboon: The Daily Life of Parenthood. More from CafeMom: 15 Insane Toddler Mom Cartoons That Are Totally … Our Lives CafeMom recently caught up with Chris, who reveals how Lunarbaboon came about and what he hopes other parents can take away from his comics. “I was dealing with some serious anxiety and depression and the comic started as a form of therapy,” Grady tells CafeMom. “The idea was that I would take things that were stressing me out and try and find the humor in them. It turned out that a lot of what stressed me out was parenting, which is why so many of my comics focused on me as a father. I hope other parents who are struggling with parenthood get the message that they are not alone. That life with kids can be hard, but it comes with many rewards.” Each of Chris’s comic strips present real-life parenting situations that are beyond relatable. So, should any parents happen to need a pick-me-up when life — or a Lego that a child left on the floor — brings them down, whoomp, there it is. Dad’s work is honest, funny, and not afraid to go there. The parenting struggle is often too real, and this Lunarbaboon comic hits close to home. How many of us have rolled up to our homes excited to see our family, only to witness an apocalyptic-level meltdown from the front window? May the force be with you always. … And there’s also a chance you, as proud mom or dad, will have to attend allll of those wonderful sporting and hobby events, no matter how bored you might become. While most parents try to anticipate and prepare for these what-if scenarios dining out, one thing that’s truly annoying is how childish some people can act at the sight of you and your family being seated to eat — or how they can give an instant death-beam stare if your kid cries for two seconds. Seriously, before you say your grace … can you please give us a little? (We’re trying.) Caillou is one of the most annoying cartoons out there, and yet, children can’t seem to get enough of it. We feel for you, Dad. All jokes aside, it’s great for people to care so much about the well-being of your child that they feel … inspired to offer tips and tricks. But, at some point, people need to just take a step back, as too much advice can be overwhelming and annoying as f*ck. It’s a tough job, but someone’s gotta do it. More from CafeMom: 14 Epic Grocery Store Meltdowns From Kids Who Can’t Even … But that doesn’t mean moms and dads don’t enjoy much-needed adult time. This Lunarbaboon comic perfectly sums up how most, if not all, parents feel at times. Yes, babies are beautiful, but so are date nights with the babysitter watching LO. (Can we get a hallelujah?) It’s not fun, and really hurts. (Tear) But, hey, using LO as weight for bicep curls or chest presses should count for something, right? More from CafeMom: 10 #Fitspo Moms on Instagram You Should Follow Now Yes, that was you becoming a human mop on the floor in aisle 6 when you thought you weren’t getting ice cream. YOU. As much as brothers and sisters love each other, there was likely a time growing up when you were willing to trade your younger sib for a piece of chewing gum, a bag of Blow Pops and Tootsie Rolls, or first dibs on the swing. There are many reasons why a school might call a parent about his or her child. Maybe LO isn’t feeling well or forgot something you need to bring. … Or, maybe your child’s latest art drawing leaves teachers full of questions and concerns. You gotta love children’s imaginations — along with their ability to repeat and regurgitate things they’ve seen but aren’t really supposed to repeat. Being a mother is no walk in the park (at all), and as much as it is a wonderful responsibility you would never change for the world, that doesn’t mean there aren’t times when you don’t feel 100 percent and like a perfect mom. More from CafeMom: 15 Things We’re Sorry We Ever Judged Moms for Doing … The results could be permanent. Getting children to go to bed at a decent hour can take some MacGyver tactics and potential bribing before everyone gets to sleep … But in the event LO just wants to stay up — and you’re beyond your limit after the fifth book — at some point, you might find yourself saying “Screw it” before you shut your eyes and tell your kid to play quietly. Yup, your child’s food. Kids. They always seem to find the loopholes. More from CafeMom: 15 Lies Parents Tell to Convince Kids to Eat Food
title: “21 Spot On Cartoons That Capture Those Wtf Parenting Moments” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-05” author: “Karen Rowe”
Chris Grady is a father of two, husband, and mastermind behind the Lunarbaboon web comic series that flawlessly illustrates all of life’s struggles, joys, and WTF moments that come with being a parent. Following a boy named Moishe, his baby sister Matilda, and an easygoing mom, Lunarbaboon documents life as a parent from a father’s perspective — and has since been turned into a page-turning book called Lunarbaboon: The Daily Life of Parenthood. More from CafeMom: 15 Insane Toddler Mom Cartoons That Are Totally … Our Lives CafeMom recently caught up with Chris, who reveals how Lunarbaboon came about and what he hopes other parents can take away from his comics. “I was dealing with some serious anxiety and depression and the comic started as a form of therapy,” Grady tells CafeMom. “The idea was that I would take things that were stressing me out and try and find the humor in them. It turned out that a lot of what stressed me out was parenting, which is why so many of my comics focused on me as a father. I hope other parents who are struggling with parenthood get the message that they are not alone. That life with kids can be hard, but it comes with many rewards.” Each of Chris’s comic strips present real-life parenting situations that are beyond relatable. So, should any parents happen to need a pick-me-up when life — or a Lego that a child left on the floor — brings them down, whoomp, there it is. Dad’s work is honest, funny, and not afraid to go there. The parenting struggle is often too real, and this Lunarbaboon comic hits close to home. How many of us have rolled up to our homes excited to see our family, only to witness an apocalyptic-level meltdown from the front window? May the force be with you always. … And there’s also a chance you, as proud mom or dad, will have to attend allll of those wonderful sporting and hobby events, no matter how bored you might become. While most parents try to anticipate and prepare for these what-if scenarios dining out, one thing that’s truly annoying is how childish some people can act at the sight of you and your family being seated to eat — or how they can give an instant death-beam stare if your kid cries for two seconds. Seriously, before you say your grace … can you please give us a little? (We’re trying.) Caillou is one of the most annoying cartoons out there, and yet, children can’t seem to get enough of it. We feel for you, Dad. All jokes aside, it’s great for people to care so much about the well-being of your child that they feel … inspired to offer tips and tricks. But, at some point, people need to just take a step back, as too much advice can be overwhelming and annoying as f*ck. It’s a tough job, but someone’s gotta do it. More from CafeMom: 14 Epic Grocery Store Meltdowns From Kids Who Can’t Even … But that doesn’t mean moms and dads don’t enjoy much-needed adult time. This Lunarbaboon comic perfectly sums up how most, if not all, parents feel at times. Yes, babies are beautiful, but so are date nights with the babysitter watching LO. (Can we get a hallelujah?) It’s not fun, and really hurts. (Tear) But, hey, using LO as weight for bicep curls or chest presses should count for something, right? More from CafeMom: 10 #Fitspo Moms on Instagram You Should Follow Now Yes, that was you becoming a human mop on the floor in aisle 6 when you thought you weren’t getting ice cream. YOU. As much as brothers and sisters love each other, there was likely a time growing up when you were willing to trade your younger sib for a piece of chewing gum, a bag of Blow Pops and Tootsie Rolls, or first dibs on the swing. There are many reasons why a school might call a parent about his or her child. Maybe LO isn’t feeling well or forgot something you need to bring. … Or, maybe your child’s latest art drawing leaves teachers full of questions and concerns. You gotta love children’s imaginations — along with their ability to repeat and regurgitate things they’ve seen but aren’t really supposed to repeat. Being a mother is no walk in the park (at all), and as much as it is a wonderful responsibility you would never change for the world, that doesn’t mean there aren’t times when you don’t feel 100 percent and like a perfect mom. More from CafeMom: 15 Things We’re Sorry We Ever Judged Moms for Doing … The results could be permanent. Getting children to go to bed at a decent hour can take some MacGyver tactics and potential bribing before everyone gets to sleep … But in the event LO just wants to stay up — and you’re beyond your limit after the fifth book — at some point, you might find yourself saying “Screw it” before you shut your eyes and tell your kid to play quietly. Yup, your child’s food. Kids. They always seem to find the loopholes. More from CafeMom: 15 Lies Parents Tell to Convince Kids to Eat Food
