Being a parent is a tough job. Being a single parent is even tougher. Whether they are part of a "conscious uncoupling" or far removed from their partner, single moms and dads have to take on all the tasks of a two-parent household — cooking, carpooling, cleaning, etc. — without any extra help, and with a smile on their face. Their job is only made more difficult when they are forced to endure a series of somewhat stupid comments from strangers and peers. If you want to make a single parent's life a little easier, try refraining from some of these remarks.
The term "baby daddy" or "baby mama."
Dad or mom mean the same thing, and don't sound so stupid.
Source: ABC [1]
I can relate. My partner travels for work all the time.
Sorry folks, but that's not the same thing.
Source: Bravo [2]
Did you try to make it work?
No. I called the divorce attorney after our first fight over dirty dishes.
Source: The CW [3]
Your poor kids have to grow up without a positive male role model.
Between their grandfathers, uncles, teachers, and their father, I think they'll be ok.
It's a shame. Kids really need both their parents.
Would you say that to a single parent whose partner passed away?
Source: Fox [4]
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.
Source: USA [5]
You're so lucky you don't have a partner to fight with.
Believe it or not, divorced and estranged couples can still fight.
Source: E! [6]
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.
Source: Bravo [7]
Just make sure you don't have another kid.
You too! I wouldn't want anyone else inheriting your stupidity.
Source: MTV [8]
How do you afford it?
By working my butt off every day of the week!
Source: NBC [9]
Oh, come on. Being a single parent isn't that hard.
Really? Would you like to try it?
Source: Dreamworks [10]