How Being Parents Changed Us (We Thought We Were Minimalists!)

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00:00 Intro
01:04 Tidiness
02:03 We Like Boring Stuff Now
02:28 We're Safer
03:07 We Treasure Free Time More
04:02 Chyna's a Morning Person Now
04:29 Ad spot
06:12 GUILT!
06:37 Travel Ain't as Fun
06:50 Movies With Kids Make More Sense
07:28 CONFLICT!
08:00 Dumb Jokes are Funny Now
08:48 Little Things are a Big Deal
10:16 What We'd Say to our Past Selves

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[sgtigereye]

I said to a student “chicken butt” in response to his “guess what?” And he couldn’t stop laughing and said that was the funniest thing he had ever heard. Boy did I feel funny that day.

[Tardisntimbits]

Having been watching this channel longer than I care to admit, I love how much Chyna has become a part of the evolution of Craig's content. As much as I love the older videos, the natural progression of the themes of the channel have made for good, wholesome content. I do wonder about the alligator though. And Michael Phelps. Love to you guys, the artist formerly known as Tardisntimbits.

[MyFocusVaries]

It's refreshing to hear a realistic perspective on parenting! (aka it's HARD and not all roses and sunshine). My son is 20 now, but I remember all of this so well (or so badly?) You do make it through it. And then if you're lucky. they're this cool 20YO who can carry on a conversation (and make dinner and clean the kitchen while you're working from home during the pandemic).

[bludelight]

I love it when people are candid about parenting. I mean, sure, maybe some people love it ALL THE TIME, but the reality is that most people don't. Thanks for sharing this.

[purelytheoretical]

man, it’s weird watching this video as an childless young adult who gained full custody of my teenaged sibling a couple years ago, and realizing I have a hell of a lot more in common with parents than I think of myself as having. it’s a very different experience from raising a little kid from birth, obviously, but a lot of that mindset and those instincts are still there.

[NoorAnomaly]

My kids are a bit older than Ada, and I just want to say: Parenting goes from Hard mode to easy mode. Though mine are about to hit the teenage years, and I have a feeling we're going back to hard mode. My kids no longer laugh at my mom jokes, they just roll their eyes and sigh deeply at me. I'm no longer allowed to touch my kids out in public.

However, both of them still cuddle up to me on the couch while we watch Minecraft videos on YouTube. So that's worth it :)

[mellowmoony]

I've been subscribed for like 11 or something years, and videos like this make me so proud in a way - It sounds so stupid but I'm a 26 year old dude you're like a role model to me. Obviously I only see what you choose to put in your videos but maybe I could be a cool dad like you one day. Thanks for the video.

[acmulhern]

Accurate, this is how a felt a couple years ago too. The good thing is, you become you again. Both my kids are now in school, have their friends, their own interests and I got myself back as well. But an improved and better version of myself. I get to go out with friends, have hobbies but also spend quality time with my kids. Believe me, it's much close than you think. My youngest is now 5, so the struggle really isn't that long.
We had our first kinda adult trip too. We went to London with the kids and went to all the museums and they enjoyed it. I thought I'd have to wait for them to leave for college before I could do that again (ok, let's be real, I never went to museums before having children).
If I can give any parent advice though is: teach them to enjoy restaurants. My kids love going to restaurants. We make sure to order things they like, we let them taste the weird stuff we order. It's great. They love it. Bring a sketchbook for them and you're golden. Don't feel like you need to always eat at kid friendly places. Even fancy restaurants will have something that's kid friendly.
Teach you kids the things that you enjoy. It will make you less resentful. And then you'll have hilarious moments at the playground when they "cook" for you in the sand pit and bring you a matcha latte and tuna sashimi.

[ameliarogerrs]

I'm not a parent, but I really appreciate all the videos you have made discussing the "expected" things in life (buying a house, getting married, having a kid, etc). It never feels judgmental. I love the analysis and reflection with humor and love.

[hiphiprenae]

When my child was little, I felt like I could not connect with him. A lot of things felt like tasks. I also had post-partum so that did not help. Now that he is older, I can honestly say I love being a parent. I love his stories and his imagination. Parenting can be tough but its also wonderful and rewarding.

[ChefMimsy]

Every parent ever has told their expectant friends and relatives that being a parent completely changes you. To which they nod and then deny that will happen. But it ALWAYS does!

[weirdral]

As a parent who has been struggling with my kids for a while, thank you for this, I appreciate the reassurance.

[HannahRainbow]

YES!!! When she said you're not gonna enjoy every minute of being a mum, and THAT'S OK. 👏😍 FINALLY! Thank you for speaking publicly to myth-bust all those annoyingly "always happy" parents. Some of us have PND and just do the best we can. Huby&I and our son are all (in diagnosis) autistic - nothing prepared us for how hard it would be to balance all of our needs!

[dobetterwithchristian]

I genuinely appreciate your honesty. I love my kid, but parenting is hard and exhausting. Seeing the world afresh through her eyes and watching her learn new things is my favorite part.

[Kryptic]

This hits home in too many ways. Especially looking at other parents struggle with their kid. "god speed..."

[WhatNowMaxTVchannel]

I really think you should make this video every 2-3 years.

[amberthedragon]

As a newish mom, my child is currently one, thank you. You are validating and reassuring. Not everyday is sunshine and roses, most days are hard. Sometimes I miss the life I had but I love her so much and cant imagine my life without her. Thank you for making this video. Much love.

[nicollettesingleton]

Literally the best conversation about how it is raising kids, but without being so negative towards parenting. I agree with almost every point. Parenting is the best thing that happened to me, but it is tough.

[jessiesingh]

love your guys challenges! 5 months sober from nicotine and alcohol

[thelaurenkri]

Ah shit, this made me cry. That piece about being able to hug them and feel the tension leave their body... Actual sob. Nice work. The anxiety is hella real.