Mom Illustrates What It’s Really Like To Have Kids In 25 Honest Comics
If your mom didn’t complain every single day about the hardships you have provided her with while growing up, then she’s a real trooper. Because I bet she had loads of inspiration for complaints, enough so she could draw a whole series of illustrations depicting an honest truth about motherhood.
That’s what Nathalie Jomard did, a French artist who’s also a mom, which puts her in a first-person view of these everyday situations that would test out even the strongest will.
Do any of these ring a bell to you? Let’s share our experiences in the comments!
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#1 The First Time You Breastfeed Is Unforgettable
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#2 You Can’t Find Peace Even When Sitting On The Toilet
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#3 Nothing Fits Anymore
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#4 Trying To Act All Put-Together When…
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#5 When Books Don’t Work Anymore You Try To Find Your Own Methods
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#6 Ahh Those Sweet Weekend Mornings When Your Child Wakes Up At 5 Am
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#7 Intimacy Between You And Your Partner Becomes The Exception, Not The Rule
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#8 You Never Imagined The Mess One Baby Could Make
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#9 And No One Told You The Best Toys For Your Baby Are Actually Random Everyday Items
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#10 They Don’t Care About Your Pain
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#11 Making Sure Your Child Is Protected From The Sun Is Very Important
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#12 You Become A Professional Juggler And Can Carry Up To 100 Items At Once
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#13 Potty Training Never Turns Out As Expected
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#14 No One Could Prepare You For The First Time Wearing A Bikini After Giving Birth
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#15 Feeding Your Child Leaves Both Of You Frustrated
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#16 You Become The Ultimate Multitasker, Constantly Juggling Between Working And Being A Mom
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#17 You’re Forced To Eat Broccoli Even If You Hate It, So You Set A Good Example For Your Kids
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#18 Any Task That Involves Reaching Your Feet Is Impossible
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#19 Trying To Work While Exhausted Turns Into A Daily Thing
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#20 You’re Always Looking For Answers In Every Book Imaginable
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#21 You Can Always Count On Finding Your Valuables In The Most Unexpected Places
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#22 You’re Feeling Like A Balloon Constantly
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#23 You Never Know What To Do When Your Child’s Pet Dies
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#24 Trying To Maintain Authority In The House Is Never Easy
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#25 The First Time You Have To Change Your Baby’s Diaper You Try To Read Every Book Just To Make It Easier
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