Somehow, every kid naturally has the instincts of a high-priced attorney when it comes to negotiating at bedtime!  According to a new survey, the average parents with young kids spend 34 minutes a night on the bedtime process… which adds up to almost nine full days a year!

The average kid uses three excuses every night to try to drag out bedtime.  Here are the 10 most popular excuses:

1. I’m not tired
2. I’m hungry
3. I need to use the potty
4. I’m thirsty
5. I want another story
6. I’m too hot or cold
7. I finally want to tell you about my day
8. I want a kiss from the other parent
9. I need a specific toy
10. I want to cuddle.

SWNS