What Type Of Mom Are You?

I’m the type of mom who can never get into bed before midnight.

You’re the type of mom who wakes up before the sun.

We could both use a few more hours in the day.

I’m the type of mom who buys her daughter an extravagantly detailed cake for her birthday.

You’re the type of mom who bakes her son the biggest Lego cake he’s ever seen.

We both cherish these magical moments.

I’m the type of mom who breast-fed my baby.

You’re the type of mom who gave him a bottle.

We’re both doing the best we can.

I’m the type of mom who buys my daughter leather tights to match my own.

You’re the type of mom who painstakingly knitted a matching toque for her son just in time for the Olympics.

We both blush with pride and happiness.

I’m the type of mom who likes to create crafts, paint, and read with my daughter.

You’re the type of mom who sets up a tent in the backyard and makes s’mores when it gets dark.

We’re both right where we want to be.

I’m the type of mom who insists on a fruit and vegetable smoothie for breakfast.

You’re the type of mom who swears by meat and potatoes at dinner.

We both just want to fill their bellies.

I’m the type of mom who works outside of the home.

You’re the type of mom who works inside the home.

We’re both exhausted by the end of the night.

I’m the type of mom who doesn’t get a flu shot.

You’re the type of mom who got hers the first week of fall.

We’re both trying our best to be healthy for our families.

I’m the type of mom who owes more money to the swear jar than I care to admit.

You’re the type of mom who forgot to comb her hair this morning.

We’re both works in progress.

I’m the type of mom who cooks begrudgingly.

You’re the type of mom who cleans begrudgingly.

We’re both doing it anyway.

I’m the type of mom who wants the best for her daughters.

You’re the type of mom who wants the best for her sons.

We’re both in this together.

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