Babies are adorable, but they also tend to put parents in the most awkward situations. Used diapers, a bunch of half-eaten food all over the house—and some random accidents involving poop make the perfect formula for mom and dad to start realizing there actually is a bad side to parenthood.
As a new parent, you want nothing more than to share pleasant memories with your child. Some are content taking regular pictures, while others hire a professional photographer and studio.
Regardless, babies seem to sense when a camera is around—but not in a good way. Therefore, here are 16 of the best pictures we have seen of children destroying a potentially great photo.
Of course, accidents can happen, but the randomness of small children makes it absolutely hilarious!
1. Yup, this is happening!

2. Dad’s face says it all

3. Nothing can stop a Dad’s smile

4. It’s so cute when the baby is lying on dad’s back

5. A little surprise!

6. Don’t look up Dad!

7. Right in the mouth!

8. It backfired!

9. We can’t see it, but we can feel it

10. Hey mom try this!

11. Sibling love!

12. Dad seems to be having fun

13. What a great day at the beach!

14. The fountain of fun!

15. Not according to plan

16. It seems they really like this position!

Sometimes life as a parent gets a bit crazy—but that’s also part of why we love babies!