Things You Shouldn't Say to Single Moms and Dads

1 The term "baby daddy" or "baby mama."

Dad or mom mean the same thing, and don't sound so stupid.

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2 I can relate. My partner travels for work all the time.

Sorry folks, but that's not the same thing.

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3 Did you try to make it work?

No. I called the divorce attorney after our first fight over dirty dishes.

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4 Your poor kids have to grow up without a positive male role model.

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Between their grandfathers, uncles, teachers, and their father, I think they'll be ok.

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5 It's a shame. Kids really need both their parents.

Would you say that to a single parent whose partner passed away?

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6 It must be nice to get a break from the kids every now and then.

You're right. It's so nice to hear my kids cry because they're sick of being shuttled between houses every week.

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7 You're so lucky you don't have a partner to fight with.

Believe it or not, divorced and estranged couples can still fight.

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8 Your kids are going to have some serious relationship issues.

Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't see the crystal ball in your hands. Please, tell me more about my children's futures.

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9 Just make sure you don't have another kid.

You too! I wouldn't want anyone else inheriting your stupidity.

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10 How do you afford it?

By working my butt off every day of the week!

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11 Oh, come on. Being a single parent isn't that hard.

Really? Would you like to try it?

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