43 Times Modern Family Was Spot On About Parenting
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There have been countless times when we've laughed in agreement with the Dunphys and Pritchetts, and there have been even more times when we saw our own families in theirs. The difficult teenage daughter, the wacky son you're always worried about, and the overachieving middle child are just a few of the personalities Modern Family so accurately portrays. Whether you're just entering parenthood or you're a longtime veteran, the 22 Emmy-winning show speaks to all of us in some way. Here are 43 of the best moments from our favorite family when parenting and family life were shown just right.
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As a mom, your ability to multitask has never been more crucial.
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Getting a puppy may not be the worst thing for the family.
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Every dad thinks they're the cool dad.
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Family get-togethers don't always go so smoothly.
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Kids should be supervised at all times. We repeat, at all times.
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On top of keeping the family together, romance gets harder to maintain.
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You've got to monitor what grandparents say, too.
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Halloween costumes become more horrifying by the year (especially with teenage daughters).
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You have to be able to call out your kids.
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Even when you have kids of your own, dads will be dads.
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It's only natural to want to show off your newborn.
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Dads don't always have the best advice.
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Seriously, they don't.
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The teething stage can be rough.
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Kids can be so melodramatic.
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Tough love is harder than you'd expect.
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Kids do the strangest things.
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Like, really strange.
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Wine becomes your new best friend.
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It might be a better idea to hire a driving instructor.
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Moms truly know best and it's OK to have your moment.
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You have to be prepared to answer awkward questions early on.
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Sometimes, you just can't fathom what comes out of your SO's or kid's mouth.
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Cherish movie nights before your kids are too embarrassed to be seen with you.
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One child is enough for some.
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Even though it may seem like your kids hate you, they appreciate you deep, deep down.
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Finally getting some coveted me-time is the best.feeling.ever.
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Birthday parties are an all-hands kind of occasion.
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Getting something out of your SO is ridiculously satisfying.
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Teamwork makes the family work.
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Staying current on technology helps you decode how your kids communicate.
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You have to get creative when it comes to fun.
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It's easy to forget how fragile kids are.
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Partners don't always understand the concept of privacy.
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When in doubt, shake it out.
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You have to let your kids pursue their interests, regardless of what they may be.
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Moms know how to prioritize what's important and what isn't.
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It's important to pull through for your kids.
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You're a pro by the second kid.
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Carpool can be hell on wheels.
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You have to remember, they're a whole other generation.
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Your SO can be so oblivious at times, it's necessary to spell it out for them.
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