Girl dad asks why his toddler watches his workouts—her answer has parents in stitches
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A 3-year-old’s reason for watching her dad’s workout has every girl dad laughing—and slightly bracing for the future
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It’s the kind of parenting moment that stops you mid-laugh—the second you realise your toddler’s brain works in mysterious (and often hilarious) ways.
Former NFL player Vince Biegel found that out the hard way when he asked his 3-year-old daughter why she wanted to watch his workouts. Her reply? “I want to see the boys.”
In the now-viral Instagram reel posted by his wife, Sarah (@sarahmbiegel), which has racked up over 160,000 views, Vince is seen asking, “You just want to see the boys?”—before silently mouthing to the camera, “I’m done for.” The mock despair on his face says it all: he’s officially entered girl dad territory.
Parents couldn’t help but relate
The caption reads, “What 3-year-old says something like that?!”—and judging by the internet’s response, plenty of parents have been there. The comments section quickly filled with laughter and knowing nods from fellow moms and dads sharing their own funny stories about early crushes, unexpected comments, and that universal mix of pride and panic that comes with raising little ones who notice everything.
- “Dads not having it 😂 she’s adorable 😊.” — @zebri0
- “She didn’t even blink😂.” — @tashaddunham
- “Your wright your done for lmao 😂😂😂.” — @r_linda60
But beyond the humour, the moment hit a tender nerve. Every parent knows that mix of shock, amusement, and quiet realisation when your child shows flashes of awareness you didn’t expect to see so soon. It’s that first glimpse of independence—of a tiny person forming their own thoughts, even about “the boys.”
As Newsweek reported, Vince’s reaction—“I’m done for”—captured surprise and reflected that quiet realisation every parent feels when they glimpse how quickly childhood moves on.
And that’s exactly why parents can’t stop sharing the clip. It captures the sweet, slightly terrifying joy of raising kids who surprise you daily—with their innocence, honesty, and sense of humour.
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What this moment reveals about toddler development
Research indicates that toddlers’ imitative behaviors are a fundamental aspect of their cognitive development.
According to a study published in Psychological Science, infants who actively imitate their caregivers are more likely to develop a well-formed conscience as preschoolers. The study suggests that this early imitation fosters moral development and social understanding.
Additionally, developmental psychologist Jean Piaget noted that during the sensorimotor stage (birth to approximately two years), infants begin to imitate observed actions, marking a significant progression in their cognitive abilities.
Finding joy in the little moments
Ultimately, these fleeting interactions are reminders of why parenting is such a rollercoaster: unpredictable, heartwarming, and full of lessons disguised as laughs. Raising confident, curious girls begins with noticing and celebrating these small, honest moments.
It’s about laughing together, staying open to conversation, and cherishing the awareness that, while children grow fast, these tiny snapshots of personality and perspective are the memories parents will treasure forever.
So yes, she’s just a girl. And he’s just a girl dad—learning, laughing, and savoring each stage as it comes.
Related: Dad’s adorable convo with his baby girl about fashion is *everything*
Source:
- Psychological Science. 2004. “Toddlers’ Imitation Predicts Well-Developed Conscience.”
- Very Well Mind. 2024. “The Sensorimotor Stage of Cognitive Development.”
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