Do not oreo shake your baby

As parents, we often make mistakes. And while those of us who make them must bear the unfortunate consequences of our actions, we can at least share them with the collective parenting community in the hopes that our experiences serve to prevent others from doing the same.

Babies shouldn't have shakes. They are full of empty calories, sugar and fat - especially the delicious Oreo ones from Sonic. However, when babies are strapped to a baby seat while the rest of the family enjoys the spoils of a trip to Sonic, they tend to take issue with conventional wisdom.

Wholeheartedly.

No one likes to see their baby suffer. "OK, one sip."

Hear that creaking noise? That's a gateway being opened. Or a box, upon which the name Pandora is scribbled.

The baby approves. But a Sonic shake has finite properties. The baby does not accept this scientific premise. The parent is left with no recourse but to document this lesson on his camera phone.

... that is until d Wife says "enough of these shenanigans."

One cranky baby and empty cup later, the other parent mutters "good thing I have a blog."

Comments

[the muskrat]

There are many frustrating days that end with "at least I can blog about this crap" indeed.

[auntie mei]

I wish that worked on me! waah!I want an oreo shake!! Unfortunately, the empty calories and sugar part still applies :((

[d Wife]

We all know who to thank when she gets diabetes. Or thunder thighs.

[Krista]

Pandora's box indeed... oy.

[Melisa]

I remember the first time my older son "noticed" that I was eating McDonald's french fries. It was all over after that. (and more expensive, too.)

*waving!*

[Momo Fali]

I'm sure that you act in the same manner when your Guinness is taken away.

[Rhea]

Oh, what have you done. *shakes head* You're done fer. :o)

[Mr Lady]

You are seriously the worst father ever. I salute you.

[Amber]

Oh, my kids love milkshakes.

And fries.

So it's cool.

[Jared]

When I saw the picture of her crying I was thinking...."Oh no! Brain Feeze?"
But the empty cup is probably just as bad.... :)

[tracey]

So, so sad. Abuser.

Also, milkshakes. MILK shakes. See? Milk. Totally healthy.