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Real Parenting

February 4

Moms vs. Dads: Comics Depict Parenting Double Standards

When moms and dads do the same thing but get contrasting reaction from society.

Welcome to Real Parenting, a space where parents can share the joys, pain, and the mess of parenthood. Want to get something off your chest? Share your parenting journey? Email us at smartparentingsubmissions@gmail with the subject "Real Parenting." Click here to read
Getting Pregnant

March 31

Funny And Relatable Pregnancy Memes To Make Your Day

May you find comfort in knowing you’re not the only one going through these struggles.

Hey, moms, let’s get real. Being pregnant is exciting and fun (you’re growing a tiny human inside of you!) until it becomes tiring and stressful (morning sickness — again!) and the cycle has to go on for nine months.Don’t worry — you’re
Preschooler

October 31

Why You Should Let Your Child Read Graphic Novels

The exciting illustrations in graphic novel make it an exciting read for young kids!

Reading is a habit that all parents are encouraged to start with their kids early. While it is common for moms and dads to begin developing a love for reading using children’s books with simple text and illustrations, eventually, kids will want
Real Parenting

March 6

Chinoy Dad Has Funny Comics Called Tokwa Frappe

"My material is 100% inspired by real life."

Over the years, we've featured many comics that showed the different facets of parenting from pregnancy, being a stay-at-home mom, and raising multiple kids. These often-funny comics is not just a source of inspiration — it is also a form of relief.
Big Kids

September 11

My Son Became a Reading Machine, Thanks to Comics and Graphic Novels

Graphic novels hook early readers with cool illustrations and easy-to-follow stories.

When I was a kid my dad read to me every night. By age 5, I was traveling nightly through the worlds of The Hobbit or The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Even afternoon naps would start with a bit of
Real Parenting

April 3

12 Comics Capture What Motherhood Is Like the First and Second Time

The comics are hilarious and so on point! Tag a mom who can relate.

You are not the same parent when you have your second child. With your firstborn, you were scared, felt indecisive with everything, and handled your eldest like glass. With a second (or third) child especially when the sibling age gap isn't that
Health & Nutrition

December 1

These Comics Show the Pain of Moms With Postpartum Depression

Its aim is to shatter the stigma behind the illness.

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a serious condition that many moms experience, and yet most who go through it still choose to keep silent and carry the burden all on their own. A lot of it stems from the stigma that the condition
Inspiration

November 30

These Boys Can Be Anything They Want to Be. Itâ€™s Comic Book Authors for Now

How these 19-year-old boys went from passionate readers to award-winning authors

We’re sure one of the biggest fears of any parent is raising an entitled child or raising one who can't handle rejection or failure. We’ve written about developing grit, learning how to handle disappointment, and raising successful children quite a number of times. Parenting
Labor & Childbirth

March 16

Pregnant? Take a Look at What You're In For With This Comic Strip

The comics portray an accurate (and funny!) picture what the first year of motherhood can be like.

If you're about to become a mom, you've probably been told that the journey to motherhood is not a walk in the park. Welcoming your bundle of joy comes with body changes and big lifestyle choices. But, of course, mommy friends and
Real Parenting

February 2

10 Hilarious Comics that Show the Funny Side of Imperfect Parenting

Don't stress it, moms and dads. Enjoy some comics courtesy of Fowl Language Comics.

It's nice to unwind after a long hard day of parenting and being an adult. And a good way to do that is with some top-notch comics. One of our all-time favorite parenting comics is just that. Fowl Language Comics stars ducks, hence,
Real Parenting

December 28

15 Comic Illustrations That Perfectly Depict the Parenting Life

Parenting humor to brighten your day brought to you by Mamá Ilustrada!

Parenting is a universal experience. Wherever you are in the world, some aspects of parenting always stay the same. That’s why Argentinean mom and freelance illustrator Natalia Sabransky’s comics are still so spot-on even if her first language isn't English. She calls her
Real Parenting

December 15

10 Simple But Spot-On Hilarious Comics All About Parenting

Stick-figured and glorious, get ready to laugh your socks off at these comics

Sometimes, as a parent, you really just have to let it out. Raising, being with, having to deal with, and of course, cleaning up for children can get too much. A parent has to have an outlet or risk imploding – because
Getting Pregnant

November 11

13 Panel Comics That Perfectly Captures Every Preggo's Woes

This simple yet funny webcomic speaks nothing but the truth!

Expecting a little bundle of joy? Good for you! Be ready, though, for all the challenges carrying the baby to term entails, especially if it's your first time. Not to frighten you or anything, but being pregnant can relly bring on the
News

November 5

10 Funny Comics About Parenting in Cute Manga Style to Brighten Your Day

Need a little mirth in your day? Have some comics brought to you by Veronika's Little World

Graphic designer Veronika Kahrmadji is a mom to two girls, a 6-year-old and a 2-year-old. Just picture how full of life (and maybe mess too from toys lying around) her home is with two energetic and spirited little girls in the house. You
Family Fun

October 21

10 More Hilarious Comics Starring Ducks that Perfectly Depict the Parenting Life

Relax a little. Laugh with us as we enjoy some parenting humor courtesy of Fowl Language Comics.

Ah, being a parent. Sometimes it feels like you're the most blessed human in the world for being graced with a child and sometimes you just feel like ripping out all the hairs from your head in frustration. But, as cartoonist Brian
Love & Relationships

October 12

Homeycomb: Your Dose of Lighthearted and Funny Comics About Married Life

Married life has different kinds of moments. These are about the cute, silly and sweet ones.

It’s the everyday little things that make a marriage work; not so much the grand swooping gestures or the big ceremonies. Anyone who has tried to keep a long-term relationship going knows this.Married for 2 and a half years, Elbert Or, 32,
News

September 8

Father-and-Son Webcomic Perfectly Captures the Heart of Modern Fatherhood

A cartoon artist draws from his own experiences as a dad and transforms them into this webcomic series with heart.

There are a gazillion thoughts that go through a parent’s head every single day, and sometimes you just need to get these thoughts out there. Well, that’s what this dad did.Chris Grady squeezes drawing this hilarious yet touching Lunarbaboon comic in between
News

August 2

This Hilarious Comics Starring Ducks Perfectly Describe What Being a Parent is Like

Having a rough day? Have some parenting humor brought to you by Fowl Language Comics

In case you’re up to your eyeballs in parenting responsibilities, here’s some relatable humor to remind you that “hey, we feel you.” Cartoonist Brian Gordon is a dad of two. This reads: yes, he’s just like us. He knows what it’s like

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