If you’re parenting a little one who seems to have a PhD in bedtime procrastination, you’ll want to check out this uproarious video from comedian Mike Thompson.
“What’s the color of the sun?” “Can we talk about why we have belly buttons?” “I had a crumb on my shirt, but I got it off, and I just needed to share!” If you’re a parent to a toddler, these are the types of questions you might hear while you’re trying, in vain, to usher your child into dreamland. Thompson’s comedic portrayal of this nightly ritual has gone viral, and it’s easy to see why—it’s simply relatable and laugh-out-loud funny.
Bedtime Excuses
In his skit titled “Bedtime Excuses,” Thompson channels the exasperated parent archetype, asking his toddler self, “Why are you out of bed?” The response? A classic, “I can’t sleep.” Despite the late hour, the questions keep flowing—“I was scared, but now I’m fine” and “Will they impeach the president?” are just a few of the gems. One particularly hilarious moment involves the line, “I had an itch on my sock, so I had to come down to tell you.”
Isn’t it funny how if something is even slightly off for your child—be it a wedgie or a runny nose—they’ll make sure you know about it? Even if you can’t fix it, you’ll hear about their “crisis” repeatedly, as if it’s the most pressing issue in the world, until they finally learn to appreciate sleep as they should.
Thompson’s video is reminiscent of comedian Jamie Lee’s “Middle School Moments” parody, proving that while the toddler years are a wild ride, the tween years come with their own set of challenges (even if they do sleep like logs).
A Comforting Realization
Ultimately, it’s comforting to realize that countless parents are on this same rollercoaster of stubborn yet lovable children. The next time you’re tucking your little ones in for the umpteenth time or navigating the drama of your teenage kids, these comedic gems will surely bring a smile to your face, even if it’s while you pour yourself a well-deserved glass of wine.
This piece originally debuted on December 3, 2019.
Further Reading
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In summary, this comedian’s video perfectly captures the nightly struggles of getting toddlers to sleep, reminding parents everywhere that they’re not alone in this chaotic yet love-filled journey.
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