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21 Co-Sleeping Tweets From Parents Who've Been There

by Olivia Youngs

Co-Sleeping — you either love it or hate it. And chances are, those of you who do co-sleep both love and hate it at the same time. It can be amazingly convenient, but it also comes with the obvious downsides. Like being kicked and hit in the face every 15 minutes. But misery (or joy, or emotions in general) loves company, and these co-sleeping tweets from parents who've been there are sure to make you laugh, cry, and gain a sense of camaraderie. Because, really, we're all in this parenting thing together.

Although I'm not an exclusive co-sleeper like some, I've slept (or rather, stayed awake in bed) with my two daughters many times. More of then than not, it was for convenience's sake because when you're breastfeeding baby, the choice to wake up every two hours or simply feed them while you lay in bed isn't hard to make. And although it's imperative to make sure you're co-sleeping as safely as possible, doing so can have its real benefits. Like actually being able to sleep.

So no matter where your opinions lay on the co-sleeping debate continuum, parents of all beliefs can relate to these all-too-real tweets about life as a co-sleeping parent.

1

Back In The Day...

This can't be our reason for everything, people.

2

Attached At The Blanket

They're just so cuddly and sweet.

3

The Sacrifice Is Real

Just give in and move it to the adult bed, in cases like this.

4

Stuffed Animal Orgy

It may get a little cramped.

5

What's Mine Is Yours

And by "don't" she means "do."

6

A Soft, Giant Jungle Gym

Knee pads and helmet optional.

7

Good Thing They're Cute

You know you can't resist it, no matter the time of day.

8

A Little Insanity

They don't, that's how.

9

A New Birth Control

Don't quote me on this, but I'd say it's around 98.9 percent effective.

10

A Special Kind Of Love

That's what kleenex and ear plugs are for right?

11

Don't Move

Pro tip: pee before you get in bed.

12

Bed Hogs

Seriously, how is that even possible? I've done the math, and it just doesn't add up.

13

Seriously, There's No Room

Just to get the point across.

14

Hostage Situation

They don't sleep in your bed, you sleep in their bed.

15

A Thankless Arrangement

Someday they'll appreciate you the way you deserve.

16

Boundaries Aren't Real

There is no "your side" and "my side."

17

No Pacifier Necessary

At least it saves you money on that trim.

18

Sweet Moments

And there are sweet moments too.

19

Wet Dreams, I Mean Sheets

Just buy a really nice perfume.

20

The Graphic Truth

She's just saying it like it is.

21

Good Times

Co-sleep, they said. It'll be fun, they said.