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Parents Say the Darndest Things

Funny Phrases Moms and Dads Say to Their Preschoolers

By Lisamarie Sanders

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  • The underwear is not a hat.

  • You make a beautiful ballerina, but boys don't wear tutus to church.

    Food:

    • People don't eat cat food.

    • No, sweetie, pee does not come from peanuts.

    • We don't eat mud pies.

    • Well, it does still look like corn, but you can't eat it again.

    • What if I spit in your soda?

    • Those aren't trees, they're broccoli.

    • Don't put the chips back in the bowl after you've licked them.

    • Please don't dunk your cookies in your juice.

    Hygiene:

    • You can't go around in public with your finger up your nose.

    • Please don't chew on the dirty underwear.

    • People don't lick themselves clean.

    • Your sleeve is not a tissue.

    • No, you may not use your brother's toothbrush.

    • Please take your feet out of your mouth.

    Pets:

    • Don't bite the dog.

    • Yes, that is Ivy's penis and it is just for him.

    • That's kitty litter, not sand.

    • Stop riding the dog.

    • Yes, the mommy turtle is giving the daddy turtle a piggyback ride.

    • The dog's nose does not need picking.

    • The cat doesn't like the sprinkler.

    • Please don't blow in the dog's ear.

    Potty Time:

    • You can't pee in just anybody's yard.

    • Yes, it makes me very happy when you make poop.

    • Only boys stand up when they potty.

    • If you wipe, your bottom won't be itchy.

    And, of course:

    • I'll always love you no matter what.

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