Monday, 2 February 2015

ASDA's 50 signs of being a mother

                                                                                              (Pic: http: mochamanual.com)
ASDA, the 2nd largest supermarket chain in the United Kingdom in a recent survey came up with the below list as signs of being a mum. Mothers, do you agree or disagree? And how many box(es) do you tick? 

1. They long for a lie in

2. Have a photo of their children as a screensaver

3. Rush everywhere

4. Know all the words to popular kids TV theme tunes

5. Are permanently knackered

6. Always have a pack of wet wipes to hand

7. Can function on very little sleep

8. Can't leave the house without asking everyone if they've been to the toilet

9. Always carry a massive bag

10. Always have a tissue handy

11. Know the name of characters from kids TV shows

12. Appreciate their own mum more

13. Shop for the day and only return with stuff for the children

14. Think nothing of sharing stories of births, breast feeding etc

15. Have a cupboard dedicated to medicines

16. Never go anywhere without a phone 'just in case'

17. Are super organised

18. They don't get queasy at the thought of poo, wee or sick

19. They buy gallons of milk

20. Always watch TV through catch-up or Sky+

21. Go to bed at 9pm every night

22. Own lots of comfy shoes

23. Have a total inability to watch sad things about children

24. Choose comfort over style in what to wear

25. The kids TV channels are always on when they have visitors

26. Have an early night rather than go out when the kids are away

27. They go to the toilet just to get a few minutes peace

28. They know the words to 'Let it Go'

29. Have a massive family organiser

30. Find bigger pants more comfortable

31. They get drunk quicker on one glass of wine

32. The realise other work colleague seem so young

33. They can fall asleep anywhere

34. Have a strong opinion on schooling and education

35. They cry really easily when watching TV or films

36. Their Social media post are suddenly all baby pictures

37. Always have a box of raisins or snacks handy

38. They swear under their breath

39. Grab a hand when crossing the road even if its an adult

40. They panic about a late night

41. See the latest children films before blockbuster

42. Nappies are always in their handbag

43. They have 'mum' nights out

44. Say 'sugar' and 'fudge' instead of swearing

45. Sleep on the edge of the bed as a child sleeps horizontally

46. Find that a people carrier is a good idea

47. Accidentally cut sandwiches into triangles

48. Jiggle the shopping trolley as if it was a buggy

49. Can spot a high temperature at ten paces

50. Know all the words to irritating pop songs

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