28 Times Insane Parents Forgot How to Parent Properly

Cringe moments where parents needed to be grounded and go to their rooms.

I came across a subreddit, Insane Parents, which is a digital diary where kids can spill the beans on their parents’ wildest antics. It’s the place where you’ll find out that yes, some parents really do forget how to parent properly. And it’s all anonymous because we all know calling out your parents in real life is just asking for trouble—like getting grounded for a month for “talking back.”

So, check out these situations where parents completely dropped the ball. Whether it’s a cringe-worthy moment or a facepalm-worthy decision, these stories will make you laugh, gasp, and maybe even feel a bit better about your own parenting skills. Let’s dive into the madness!

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Chris Wahl

Chris, co-owner of WorldWideInterweb, is a true aficionado of all things internet and meme-y. When he’s not curating the best of the web, you’ll likely find him on the golf courses of Florida.