Not everything is sunshine and rainbows when it comes to dealing with kids for the first time. These comparison photos demonstrate that most of the time, having a kid will change your life in more ways that one...
Tears Over Beers
You hate to see this one happen. Although, this dude seems to be having a pretty good time. Maybe having kids wasn't a detriment to this family, but it's still hard to tell.
We Stay Winning
Honestly, nothing has changed here. This dude still has his beard, his tattoos, and all those defining features that he invested in pre-baby. Only now, he has a baby that he has to deal with.
Black Metal Dad
We're not sure how one transitions from wearing corpsepaint on a stage to cuddling with their cat and kid in a polo shirt. Stranger things have happened though.
Deadlifting Toddlers
They say that having children can take a toll on the body. We don't think that's the case, and this lady is the embodiment of that. She's even more buff with children than without!
Just Trying to Have a Drink
Some of life's simpler pleasures disappear when you have kids. Something as normal as drinking a glass of wine can end up being a challenge. These little monsters just won't let that happen.
Standard Exchange
This just seems to be what happens over the course of people's lives. Sometimes you stick with the stray cats, other times you abandon the cat and have a kid. Either way, you're accepting responsibility.
This Might Be an Upgrade
At least you don't have that Y2K goatee anymore! If anything, this is an upgrade from the original picture. Get your accessories on, bro.
Oh, How the Tables Turn
One day, this guy was cleaning up the dancefloor. The next, he was cleaning dirty diapers, He looks happy though, so we're pretty stoked for him.
Headed to Baby Jail
This might be a metaphor for what having children is like. We hate to admit it, but there are a ton of people who feel trapped by their kids. They love them, but they definitely hold people down sometimes.
Dude, Things Change Fast
Man, this guy went from flying high to laying low. However, we don't see any kids in this picture, so maybe this is his actual bed? If you have any answers and feel like contacting us about journalistic integrity, please do.
Too Cool, Sleep Drool
Honestly, it's pretty easy to fall asleep while out on the water. We can't blame them for this, and the fact that their kids are asleep too seals the deal. They are all taking a much-needed nap.
Your Time Has Come
Honestly, it looks like these two had a pretty easy life before having kids. That's unacceptable if you ask us. Maybe the added stress helped them build their careers, brought them closer as people, or something of the sort.
Oh, To Be Young Again
We've been hating on people pretty hard for having kids, and this is probably the exact reason why. Kids literally, physically pull out your hair. This is the only evidence you need ladies and gentlemen.
We Like to Have Fun
It's important to look at photos of yourself from back before you had kids. Chances are, you'll have more hair, brighter skin, and a better sleep schedule. No harm in reminiscing in the good old days...
This is the Way Life Goes
Under American (or British?) standards, getting married means having kids. Well, at least it did for the previous generation. These folks seem to have gotten caught in an old-people-trap.
Sometimes It Be Like That
Young parents always seem to go straight from living it up on Facebook and then exclusively complaining about their children after they have them. It's a vicious cycle, and it affects everyone that has kids early in their lives. Sooner or later, they learn to get over that though.
She is the Camel Now
Few people reach this level of social transition in their lives. Something tells us that this lady actually went on this vacation after she had kids. They probably just got jealous that mom got to ride a camel and they didn't.
Heavy Metal Mom and Dad
Dude, Mom and Dad used to be the coolest back in the day. That is, until they decided to have us. Now they're even cooler!
From One to the Other
If this lady can cradle a bottle of Jager, then she could definitely take care of a child. Those two things are reciprocal, do not ask any further questions.
Like Father Like Son
It's not every day that you get to see the beginning and the end of a fatherhood relationship. It seems like having a kid actually enriched this dude's life massively. That's pretty cool, and you should use them as an example of how to be.
Dude, That's Embarrassing
Man, this guy really isn't doing well nowadays. It's even hard to tell that these two people are the same dudes. Please, someone, help my man out by giving him some vacation time.
Ugh, This Looks Rough
If you guys look that upset, then why did you even have kids in the first place? Like, we all know that kids are a hassle, but you can at least put a little pep in your proverbial step and try to pretend that your life isn't completely entrenched in sadness. Those frowns on the adults might be fake, but the ones on the kids definitely are not.
Cooling Off
We're not sure how this dude's life was before he had kids, but we now know how it is. If you can look past the sticky neck, homeboy actually has a pretty good system in place. All he needs to do is carry his daughter and he gets all day refreshments in the summer.
Please, Just Let Me Eat
One day you get to enjoy all the good food you want, and the next you have to share it. Keep that in mind if you plan on putting any offspring out in the world when you're done living out your glory days.
Spot the Difference
Even dogs feel the same pain people do. In the first pic, we have a golden lab that's having the time of her life. In the next, we've got a mom who regrets her life decisions. There is a lesson to be learned here.
He Got the Best Deal
You know, a lot of people on this list look like they hate their lives. But, this guy looks like having a kid changed his life for the better. Maybe we should be taking notes. Maybe he just got lucky. Either way, we're happy for him.
Winning Then Snoozing
Man, this kind of transition always seems depressing. We know that these people went about having a child on their own volition, but they used to have so much fun. I mean, check out that dude's all denim outfit. What a player.
Living Lavish, Feeling Free
As you can see here, this is more of a direct change of lifestyle than the other pictures. This poor lady went from enjoying private hot tubs in luxury hotels, wine in hand, to getting literally sat on by her baby. If this isn't a direct metaphor for what adulthood brings to you, we don't know what is.
This is an Attack
This lady looks like she lived a happy and peaceful life before she had kids. At least, we think that these are her kids. If anyone knows about this case, please contact us with further information.
Wine Mom, Meet Regular Mom
Dogs are really cool, babies are kinda cool, but wine? Wine is the coolest thing we can think of. Although replacing wine with coffee isn't the worst option, we still think that this lady is getting the short end of the stick.
We Can't Spot a Difference
We're not convinced that this guy actually had a kid. Based on the big smile, collared sunglasses, and small box text that literally reads "party," we think that this guy might just own these articles of clothing. To be honest, we might never know what happened in this photo, but it's safe to assume that there is a 50/50 bet about the likelihood of this guy having children.
Posted Up
We do not know where our friend here is taking that giant duffel bag, but we do know that both these pictures have similar energy. Both make our pal look extremely happy. Also, both of these photos display large bundles. Only, one is of the child variety.
Got Your Nose
This might be one of the rare instances where having a child actually makes someone's life more exciting. This lady seems to be living the dream, happy as can be. Just the look of pure joy on her face, the clear skin, and the beautiful dress tell the whole story.
Go, Dad, Go
Fatherhood can take you out of the fast lane and bring your life to a screeching halt. Although that may seem dark and sad, this can actually be a good thing for some people. This guy seems to be chillin' pretty hard right now.
From One Love to Another
It's crazy how things can change so quickly. One moment, you're partying like there's no tomorrow, the next, you're dreading going to bed because you don't want there to be a tomorrow. Although, this lady seemed to manage her priorities pretty well.
We Can Imagine
This lady is the prime example of "going through it." At least she got coffee at Honey Dew Donuts, the best donut/coffee shop on the east coast, so she's doing something right.
Getting Dolled Up for a Night Out
By the looks of it, this lady hasn't completely given up on her normal life pre-childbirth. Just the smirk on her face screams "I've still got it going on." We don't know how this lady does it, but we hope to eventually find out.
Bling Enhancement
Where did the ring go? Maybe after this lady had kids, she decided to no longer be married. We respect her and her current state of being, whether she's still married or not.
You Hate to See It
As much as we all love drinking garbage cans in murky swamps, maybe having a baby helped our friend out here. Red Bull is terrible for your heart health, and everyone knows that you need to have a strong heart to chase after a kid as it grows. This one could be an upgrade, but we'll have to wait and see when this kid grows up.
She Still Looks Great
You know, if this lady had her kid before the picture on the left, we would never know. Big props to this lady for putting herself out there like this.
She's Feeling the Pain
Sometimes, people love the fact that they're having kids. Other times, people learn to absolutely hate their kids. This might be the latter situation.
Such is Life
Well, there is nothing preventing this lady from dressing up as Tom Hanks again. She'll just have to be Tom Hanks and dress her baby up as his secret co-pilot that can only be seen in the deleted scenes of the director's cut in the German version of Top Gun.
Now YOU'RE in Baby Jail
This can be a giant metaphor for having children. But, we prefer to look on the bright side of things and assume that this lady is having a great time with her beautiful child. Sometimes its fun to play along with what your kid wants to do.
Experimental Makeup
You know, this lady looks just as cool with the new, experimental makeup that we presume her child gave her. Gone are the days of caring more about your clothes and makeup than finding a babysitter for the night. This is how moms should go out, just so people know how difficult their lives really are.
Done With the Fast Life
Your days of hanging out with the boys and drinking suspicious green liquor are over, my man. It seems like you're getting just as much, if not more, out of fatherhood than other people though. Good on you, you deserve that rest you're clearly getting (although our guess is that the comparison photo is actually a selfie, and the dude is fake-sleeping).
This Could Literally Mean Anything
Even though there are no babies in sight, these pictures tell a story. However, that story could actually be that this couple was at a restaurant the night of New Years 2017. This final photo might be of them after they got back from their festivities. However, it's more likely that they're just tired because of their kids.
Oh, the Fun Times We Had
Having a kid does this to couples. One gets to drink, and the other gets to hold the child and feed them pizza, in addition to driving home. By the way, that lady is swigging from a bottle of wine, not a beer.
From Hunks to Hugs
We have absolutely no idea why this lady chose to give up her former life of hanging out with hotties exclusively. But, that's her life to lead, not ours. Maybe she just likes hanging out with her kids more.
Point A to Point B
Wow, this guy got really busy over the course of 10 years. He even took the time to grow a beard, alongside having three kids over the duration. To be honest, he looks even better now, so who's to say that he isn't better off?
Coming Face to Face With Adulthood
Growing up and having a kid seems like one big metaphor for life. One day, you're out living the dream and partying with attractive bachelors. The next, you're literally being held down by your child. what's up with the babies sitting on people's heads thing anyways? That's a little strange if you ask us.
Hey, Why Not
Honestly, there's no rule that prevents people from going out and enjoying their lives after having kids. If the picture on the left was taken after the picture on the right, we honestly wouldn't know. The only difference is the length of this dude's beard, which is really the only time-measurement mechanism that can be used here.
That Doesn't Look Fun
Children are really wild. Why do they spend so much time trying to put their feet on their parent's faces? Is this a widespread thing? Please someone help us figure this out.
Sick Dome Piece Bro
This is, by far, the most extreme upgrade of the whole list. This dude looks so cool. Not saying he didn't look cool in the initial photo, but like, do you see how rad this dude looks?
No Shame Here
This lady looks like she's doing pretty alright for someone with two kids. Nothing is stopping her from tossing that dress on and running into the back yard for a follow-up photo shoot. If anything, she looks more vibrant now than before!
Peep the Tired Eyes
We hope that this lady is doing ok. All that stress seems to have seriously gotten to her. The first picture kind of shows that this lady has tired eyes anyways, so this might not be the biggest cause for alarm on this list.
From Bride to Baby Mama
Time flies when you're having fun. But, when you have too much fun, time can fly right back into your face. It's best to live your early years to the fullest, because one day, you might have a kid.
King of Chips, King of Cones
Having two children to be responsible for can really put a damper on the life of a professional gambler. But, as time goes on, you need to recognize that the house always wins. So, you need to make it that your house is the one that's winning, not the casinos.
This Is a Step Up
Judging by this guy's wife's reaction to him mercilessly chugging that beer, we think that it's a good thing that he has a baby now. He will never have another free hand to slam a beer. Plus, with the harness, he can deliver a glass of wine and a bowl of candy simultaneously.
Both Are Gross, Honestly
This picture tells more about the grim reality of this person's life, not necessarily the grim reality that is childbirth. Sometimes you have kids and it looks graceful on the outside, but you're falling apart on the inside. This lady is extremely honest, and we respect that.
We Used to Enjoy Ourselves
Ugh, never plan to have a nasty kid, but it wouldn't hurt to know what you're getting into if you do. Based on the look of disgust on this lady's face, she probably didn't assume from the beginning that her kid would be kinda gross. Just send this one back and order a new one!
She Looks Incredible
By today's standards, this face of makeup would be revolutionary. Have you seen the show Euphoria? You definitely know what we're talking about if you have.
They're Having Much More Fun
We feel for this lady. Evidently, having kids puts a real damper on Halloween, and she seems to be the type that loves that holiday. We hope that ultimately, she can reclaim her Halloween dreams later on in life.
Yee Haaawwwwwww
Honestly, this lady is probably still partying despite having a bunch of cute kids. Her life seems pretty swell overall. You know she's got comfy a bed, at least.
Eh, Not Much Has Changed
Based on our assumptions, this mom is living the dream right now. She seems genuinely happy, healthy, and full of coffee. Even though she probably goes through new shirts every other day, she seems to be having a good time with her babies.
Taking a Leap of Faith
This is probably the best high energy to low energy comparison on this list. Although, there is absolutely nothing that should be stoping this guy from going bungee jumping again. Seriously, it takes like 15 minutes total to set up and jump. You can leave your kid in capable hands for 15 minutes, right?