Baby Blues comics by Rick Kirkman and Jerry Scott have become a beloved lens into the hilarity and headaches of family life. Through clever one-liners, adorably frazzled characters, and painfully relatable scenarios, this comic strip has been making readers laugh (and nod in agreement) for decades. In this collection, we’re spotlighting 10 of the most laugh-out-loud recent strips that capture the true essence of parenthood — from sibling sabotage to science fair revenge.
Artist Bio
The minds behind Baby Blues, Rick Kirkman (illustrator) and Jerry Scott (writer), are a dream team in the world of syndicated cartooning. The comic first launched in 1990 and has since appeared in over 1,200 newspapers across the globe. It chronicles the everyday joys and jolts of life with kids — primarily focusing on the MacPherson family: Wanda and Darryl, and their three lovable kids Zoe, Hammie, and Wren. Kirkman’s animated drawing style brings warmth and movement to every frame, while Scott’s witty dialogue adds a pitch-perfect tone to the parenting madness. The duo’s authenticity has won them numerous awards, including the Reuben Award from the National Cartoonists Society.
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1. Sibling Sabotage at Its Finest
Hammie’s brilliant plan to booby-trap his sister Zoe’s door with a pile of toys is mischievously genius. When his mom calls out the danger, he doubles down with glee — “So it is a solid plan?” The comic is a textbook case of sibling rivalry, filled with adorable logic and chaotic energy. Baby Blues captures these miniature acts of war between kids in a way only real parents can appreciate.
2. Tears, Hugs & Sweaters
When Wren needs a hug, the scene seems sweet… until it’s revealed she used Dad’s sweater as a tissue. The comic perfectly mixes tender parenting moments with bodily fluids — a common combo in parenting! It’s both gross and heartwarming, and the kind of joke that hits different when you’ve ever had your favorite shirt used as an emergency wipe.
3. Football and French Fries
A dad tries to explain football to his daughter, but she’s grossed out by the center’s position — until chips enter the scene. Her disgust vanishes when snacks are involved. The comic is a light-hearted jab at how quickly opinions shift when food is in play. It’s classic Baby Blues humor — funny, snappy, and totally family-friendly.
4. Dad’s Plumbing “Genius”
When Hammie is impressed with his dad’s faucet-fixing skills, the truth comes out: YouTube saves the day again. But Dad tries to keep up the illusion of parental omnipotence — until Wanda hilariously pops the bubble. It’s a perfect comic for the modern household where Google is the real handyman.
5. Earthquake? Nope, It’s the Kids
Waking up to chaos, the exhausted parents hope it’s anything but what it is — their kids. This strip is a universal truth for parents everywhere: those early morning moments where you’d rather deal with a natural disaster than your children’s boundless energy. Baby Blues nails that sleepy, overwhelmed parental dread.
6. The Mystery of the “Watering“
Wanda is thrilled Hammie’s watering her flowers — until Zoe explains he’s not using a hose, a can, or even water. Cue mom’s full-volume panic. It’s a classic example of how kids misunderstand help, and how moms develop superhuman radar for disaster in progress. Punchy, relatable, and laughably real.
7. Lunatic Logic
Hammie is told to wear pants because it’s freezing. But Dad’s in shorts — so why can’t he? “If your father wants to be a lunatic, he can.” Hammie replies, “I can’t wait to be a lunatic.” This strip playfully mocks parenting inconsistencies and how quickly kids pick up on our contradictions.
8. Science Fair Dodgeball
Darryl walks into the house, and before he can even blink, he’s “it” for helping with a last-minute science project. The look of dread, the pile of junk, and the passing of the baton — this one is pure gold. A perfect take on parental hot-potato with school projects.
9. The “Butt Bone” Breakdown
Zoe informs Hammie that the correct term is “coccyx,” not “butt bone” — while he writhes on the ground in pain. It’s a wonderfully silly but smart moment about sibling sass, kids’ obsession with bodily injuries, and just the right amount of educational humor.
10. Scissors & Shenanigans
Mom is alarmed that Wren’s been taught to use scissors — especially since she can’t cut paper yet. “She’s good with other stuff,” Hammie says cryptically. The final panel leaves readers imagining the damage already done. It’s peak Baby Blues: the joke you laugh at and fear as a parent.
Final Thoughts
These Baby Blues comics remind us that family life is hilarious, exhausting, and filled with moments worth laughing at — especially in hindsight. Rick Kirkman and Jerry Scott deliver laughs with every strip, proving that behind every meltdown or miscommunication is a comic waiting to happen. For more family-fueled funnies, head over to TheHumorSide.com and dive into the best of parenting humor.
