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I'm Not Just a Mom

By Denise Stirk

Updated on 5/8/2014 at 2:11 PM

Moms are some of the most amazing people I know (and I'm not just saying that because I am one). The abilities a mom possesses are, at times, beyond her own beliefs. So the next time someone asks you about yourself, you may simply say, "I'm a mom," but don't forget that you are so much more. I don't care if you work or stay home; all moms have hidden talents. In fact, the next time someone wants to learn more about you, here are a few things you can say. Source: Flickr user John

My Body Grows Babies

Source: Instagram user brittpos0616

. . . and Feeds Them

Source: Instagram user descendantofelves

. . . and I Help Turn Them Into Functioning Humans

Source: Instagram user mamahemp

I Am Overtired

Source: Instagram user mrsbenpark

. . . Overcaffeinated

Source: Instagram user erinicole13

. . . and Underpaid

Source: Instagram user mrs_gable

But I Get Things Done

Source: Facebook user Christie Bucci Storelli

I Am the Easter Bunny

Source: Instagram user aguirreme

. . . the Tooth Fairy

Source: Instagram user steffmckenna

. . . and Santa Claus

Source: Instagram user painhaschangedme

I Can See the Future

Source: Instagram user rachaelwooten

. . . and Forget the Past

Source: Instagram user kristen_zee

I Am a Multitasker

Source: Instagram user karolasf

I Turn Frowns . . .

Source: Instagram user emilysbrady

. . . Upside Down

Source: Instagram user taymade1215

I Move People

Source: Instagram user salag6

I Am a Doctor

Source: Instagram user grace_bria_thayer

. . . a Prison Warden

Source: Instagram user judybooty7

. . . a Therapist

Source: Instagram user karlianderson

. . . a Party Planner

Source: Instagram user laceynicolehartley

. . . a Magician

Source: Instagram user miss_brooks90

. . . and a Private Investigator

Source: Instagram user manotaur

I Beat the Clock

Source: Instagram user sandbucket

. . . and Make Time Fly

Source: Instagram user love_and_farkles

I Am a Pinner

Source: Instagram user courtneycapture

I Pack Suitcases

Source: Instagram user dfraino

. . . Snacks

Source: Instagram user scatmirchmasala

. . . Lunches

Source: Instagram user graciesmommy2011

. . . and Diaper Bags

Source: Instagram user jennifer_beckkk

I Am Comfortable in Yoga Pants

Source: Instagram user thebalancediet

. . . and Heels

Source: Instagram user heelsordie

I Do Improv

Source: Instagram user beccipratherfitness

. . . and Stand-Up

Source: Instagram user cecelovespink

I Am a Master Chef

Source: Instagram user jillorraine

. . . and Nutritionist

Source: Instagram user beautifulnutrition

. . . Basically I Am Martha Stewart

Source: Instagram user shainagerber

I Am a Teacher

Source: Instagram user rayola89

. . . and a Jungle Gym

Source: Instagram user sydgarton

I Am Protective

Source: Instagram user kanakopu

. . . but I Know When to Let Go

Source: Instagram user gizziepxoxo

I Am Prepared

Source: Instagram user mommamottz

I Take Risks

Source: Instagram user kaylandsky

I Cry Effortlessly

Source: Instagram user jenlkendrick

. . . and I Wouldn't Change a Thing

Source: Instagram user annasmum03

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