Ready To Be A Parent? Take This Quiz To Find Out!

First of all, if a family is expecting a new member to be joining its ranks, congratulations are in order, so here they are: congratulations on the new baby and may the force be with you...that's how it goes, right? Or is it, "May the odds be ever in your favor"? Anyways, all of this to say that people are having babies, and it's awesome! But is everyone really ready to be a parent? Do they know all there is to know about newborns, toddlers, kids, and even teenagers? This quiz will be a test of parenting knowledge, but not to worry, not acing this test will not make anyone who fails it a terrible parent. It would just mean that there is so much more to learn. For those who have already had a child and are here to see if they've still got it, welcome!

This quiz will cover the care of newborn babies, how to deal with toddlers, what to make of a kid's bad behavior and the right way to treat teens. Some things may be known and others discovered. People may ace this quiz or fail it. What is certain is that this quiz will make a great parent. Not to worry about the results; they are not meant to be taken extra seriously, and remember that parenting is complex and nuanced. We're just here to test people on the basics!

Now take a deep breath and get ready to find out how much there's still to learn about parenting. Here's a hint: there's something new everyday.

Question 1

Myth or Reality?

Myth or reality? Can you tell if the following piece of advice about newborn babies is outdated or is still relevant for today’s parent? Read the statement and decide if it is a myth or a reality: If your baby has peed during the night, it is okay to wait until morning to change its diaper? You should only change the diaper quickly if the baby has gone #2, because that can irritate the skin. Is this statement a silly myth or a reality?

Question 2

Fill in the blank!

Complete the following statement with whatever answer seems the most fitting to you: Babies may be very cute and cuddly and adorable, if you completely ignore the fact that their cry can be quite deafening. However, new parents must remember that babies are also fragile little things and that their immune system isn’t as strong as ours just yet. This is why parents should make a habit of _______ before handling their newborn child. Can you fill in the blank?

Question 3

Know about diapering?

It is a well and widely known fact that babies are real pee machines. In fact, they can urinate up to twenty times every day and newborns often have a bowel movement after each of their meal. That is a lot of pee and feces to deal with. Therefore, if you’re a new parent, you should definitely stock up on diapers, because you’ll be using a lot of them. Do you know roughly how many times a day you should be changing your newborn baby’s diaper?

Question 4

Myth or Reality?

Myth or reality? Can you tell if the following piece of advice about newborn babies is outdated or is still relevant for today’s parent? Read the statement and decide if it is a myth or a reality: If your small newborn baby ever has a high-temperature fever, a good way to get rid of it instantly is to rub the baby with alcohol. This will immediately reduce its internal temperature and lower its fever. Is this statement a silly myth or a reality?

Question 5

Know about feeding?

Babies are like us in many various ways, including the fact that they do much more than just pee, go #2, and cry. Sometimes, like us and every other human on Earth, they also need to eat, and they may cry, put their fingers in their mouth, or make sucking noises to indicate that they’re hungry. Whether your baby is breastfed, or bottle fed, he will need to eat many times every day. At which frequency is it best to feed your newborn baby?

Question 6

Know about sleeping?

You’ve just put your newborn baby to sleep and you think you can finally get some rest yourself. Not so fast, your baby starts crying not much later and you have to go and get him or her to fall asleep again. This is your life now, because newborn babies usually only sleep 2 to 4 hours at a time. However, you may be surprised to find out, if you don’t already know, just how many hours a baby can sleep in total in one day. How much is that?

Question 7

Myth or Reality?

Myth or reality? Can you tell if the following piece of advice about newborn babies is outdated or is still relevant for today’s parent? Read the statement and decide if it is a myth or a reality: Newborn babies who listen to classical music have been shown to develop into much smarter and better-adjusted adults than those who don’t. Babies who listen to classical music also grow up to be more successful and wealthier. Is this statement a myth or a reality?

Question 8

What is Chickenpox?

You might not be a parent yet, but you’ve probably already heard many pieces of advice coming from the people around you. Friends, family members, or even strangers, may have told you things about parenthood that they think you should absolutely know about. To get this answer right, you don't have to be a parent. Having been a kid is enough. One word: Chickenpox. You surely know what it is? Don't you?

Question 9

Know about burping?

Once again, this next question will show you that babies are not so different from us. Babies, just like grown-up people, sometimes need to let out gas that has been trapped in their gastrointestinal system, either because of air swallowing or the digestion of certain foods. This is why parents should make a habit of burping their little babies, especially in between feedings, by positioning them on their lap or over their shoulder. But do you know which of these is the right way to burp a baby?

Question 10

Myth or Reality?

Myth or reality? Can you tell if the following piece of advice about newborn babies is outdated or is still relevant for today’s parent? Read the statement and decide if it is a myth or a reality: Newborns sweat as much as adults or older children and should therefore take a bath every single day. Babies that don’t take baths every day have more chance of developing illnesses or infections. Is this statement a silly myth or a sobering reality?

Question 11

Know about tantrums?

Tantrums are normal things for toddlers to have, even though they seem like a nightmare for parents, who may just want to scream back at their child. It can often be difficult and frustrating to learn how to deal with a child who is throwing a temper tantrum and especially how to deal with them without encouraging their bad behavior. Many different people have many different opinions on the matter, but which one of these solutions is said to be the best to deal with toddlers’ tantrums?

Question 12

Know about potty training?

What parent doesn’t dream of the day they’ll have to stop changing their child’s diaper. Potty training is something your child will learn eventually, and they should be able to tell you when they need to go to the toilet by the age of two or two and a half. There will be noticeable signs that your toddler is ready to be potty trained. Among the following signs, can you tell which is NOT an indication that your kid is ready for the real toilet?

Question 13

True or False?

True or false? Simply answer depending on whether you think the following statement is true or false: You should never leave your baby alone in the bath, that’s a dangerous thing to do, but toddlers are a completely different thing. They are older, and parents should feel comfortable leaving a two-year-old child alone in the bath or the bathroom. This will make your child feel more independent and it is a completely safe thing to do. Is this statement true or false?

Question 14

Know about dental hygiene?

Not unlike older children, teenagers, and even adults, toddlers must have their teeth taken care of and examined. Taking your child to the dentist should not be a frightening experience at all for them, rather they should see it as a totally normal and mundane thing to do. As a parent, there are also different ways in which you can take care of your toddler’s teeth. Which of the following is a good way to care for your kid’s dental hygiene?

Question 15

Is this normal or not?

Parents often question themselves as to whether their child’s behaviors and attitudes are normal or if they present a unique case. This can be a cause of worry for some parents, so let’s see if you think the following statement presents a common or rare instance of toddler behavior: A three-year-old toddler is afraid to let his or her parents wash his or her hair. He or she doesn’t want his or her head anywhere near water. Is this normal or abnormal behavior?

Question 16

True or False?

True or false? Simply answer depending on whether you think the following statement is true or false: Second-hand smoke is known to be dangerous for everyone, but young children are especially vulnerable to its consequences. Actually, it's because of the fact that their airways and immune systems are not as developed as those belonging to the rest of us. Therefore, it can be particularly dangerous for toddlers (as well as babies) to breath second-hand smoke. Is this true or false?

Question 17

Punished or praised. Know which is better?

Now your child is a little more grown up. Gone are the days of diapers and breastfeeding. Being a parent can be infuriating and punishing your child for the bad things he or she has done is something we often see as an effective way to stop your child from behaving in a certain manner. Others think that children are better off if they are more encouraged than punished. Which is the more effective way, punishment or praise and rewards?

Question 18

Fill in the blank!

For this question, simply complete the following statement with whatever answer you see fit: Being a single child definitely has its advantages, but having siblings can also be a great or even amazing thing for a child. Although it is not uncommon for siblings to fight, they can also become the best of friends. However, it is also possible that a competitive or rivalry-filled relationship will develop among them. This is why parents should ___________________. Can you fill in the blank?

Question 19

Is this common or not?

Parents often question themselves as to whether their child’s behaviors and attitudes are normal or if they present a unique case. This can be a cause of worry for some parents, so let’s see if you think the following statement presents a common or rare instance of child behavior: Emma is a six-year-old child and she is able to speak in two or three worded sentences. She cannot make complete sentences or have conversations with adults. Is this common or uncommon?

Question 20

True or False?

True or false? Simply answer depending on whether you think the following statement is true or false: Not unlike adults, teenagers, and pretty much everyone on Earth, young children tell lies. They do it because they want to test you as parents or because they don’t want to get in trouble for a bad thing they did. As a parent, a good way to encourage honesty is by never praising your child for telling the truth, as it should be seen as normal, and always discipline them when they tell a lie, no matter how small. Is this true or false?

Question 21

Do you know parenting styles?

Every child is different, therefore it is only logical to assume that all parents are different too. However, experts have noticed that there are four major trends in parenting, in other words, roughly four different parenting styles exist. Read the following example: Mario is a dad and he is rarely home. He doesn't know much about his daughter's life and doesn't show interest in her. He always makes up excuses for his absence. Which of the four parenting styles was being described here?

Question 22

Know about pre-teens?

Your baby is not a baby anymore, your child is not a child anymore, now your offspring has become what we call a pre-teen. They're starting to experience changes and they are well on their way to become a whining, sleeping teenager. Parents with kids that age may not know how to talk to them anymore or even what to talk about. Which one of these possible answers is a good tip for dealing with not feeling able to talk with your pre-teen child?

Question 23

True or False?

True or false? Simply answer depending on whether you think the following statement is true or false: Parents should never talk to their pre-teens about losing their virtue and taking illegal substances, because it will only encourage them to partake in these activities. By not saying anything about these things, your child will probably never be exposed to those things until he or she is much older. Information about these things should not be in the hands of pre-teens. Is all of this true or false?

Question 24

Which parenting style is this?

Every child is different, therefore it is only logical to assume that all parents are different too. However, experts have noticed that there are four major trends in parenting, in other words, roughly four different parenting styles exist. Read the following example: Mona is a mom. She wants her children to follow a strict set of rules and never break them, no matter what. She punishes her children to get them to obey her. Which of the four parenting styles was being described here?

Question 25

Know how to parent?

How would you parent this situation? Your pre-teen girl wants to be a part of the girls soccer team in her school but is afraid that her friends will make fun of her for it. She loves sports, especially soccer, and her PE teacher tells you that she is really good at it. She wants to be part of the team, but her friends are pressuring her not to join. What would your parenting-self do in this quite tricky situation?

Question 26

True or false?

True or false? Simply answer depending on whether you think the following statement is true or false: Kids who are not quite out of childhood but kind of starting to creep into their teenage years, otherwise known as pre-teens or tweens, start to rely less and less on their parents and more on their friends. Parents should take this need for independence as a sign that they failed to properly raise their child. It is right for parents to think that their child's behavior is not normal for someone in their age group. Is this true or false?

Question 27

Know this parenting style?

Every child is different, therefore it is only logical to assume that all parents are different too. However, experts have noticed that there are four major trends in parenting, in other words, roughly four different parenting styles exist. Read the following example: Robert and Diane avoid confrontation with their son and consider themselves to be his friends more than his parents. They often change their rules depending on their son's mood. Which of the four parenting styles was being described here?

Question 28

Pick the best answer

How would you parent this situation? Your pre-teen boy is having a really hard time at school. Others are often making fun of him and one day he comes home and breaks down crying in front of you. He tells you all about is feelings and emotions. Then he stops and apologizes for being so weak and vulnerable. What would you tell your pre-teen boy at this moment? How would you react? What would your parenting-self do in this situation?

Question 29

True or False?

True or false? Simply answer depending on whether you think the following statement is true or false: Parents should absolutely be able to access their teen's emails, texts, phone calls, social media accounts, and rooms at all times and for whatever reason. It is dangerous for teenagers to have privacy and parents should try their best to avoid giving it to their teenage son or daughter. Also, never trust anything that comes out of your teen's mouth. Is all of this true or false?

Question 30

Which parenting style is this?

Every child is different, therefore it is only logical to assume that all parents are different too. However, experts have noticed that there are four major trends in parenting, in other words, roughly four different parenting styles exist. Read the following example: Angela communicates openly with her daughter makes it so her day is well-structured. She also has consequences set up if her daughter breaks the rules she put in place. Which of the four parenting styles was being described here?

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