Why Every Mom Needs a Best Friend

As moms, our family is our number-one priority. This means things like TV shows, trips to the gym, and even personal hygiene sometimes take a backseat to the needs of our partners and children. One thing you should never sacrifice, however, is friendships — especially the one with your BFF. Whether she's a fellow mom or free from children, a best friend knows you better than anyone, making her your strongest support system. She is the one person who won't judge you and will always reassure you that everything will be all right. In honor of National Best Friend Day, here are 18 reasons why every mom should be thankful for the special gal pal in her life. Source: Getty

01
You Have Someone to Vent To

You Have Someone to Vent To

02
They Have Some of the Same Interests

They Have Some of the Same Interests

03
And Even a Few Common Enemies

And Even a Few Common Enemies

Source: NBC

04
They Know How to Turn a Bad Day Around

They Know How to Turn a Bad Day Around

Source: Bravo

05
They Make Playdates a Lot Easier

They Make Playdates a Lot Easier

06
They Tell You You're Right When No One Else Does

They Tell You You're Right When No One Else Does

Source: AMC

08
They Understand If You're Too Busy to Talk

They Understand If You're Too Busy to Talk

Source: ABC Family

09
They Give You an Excuse to Have a Much-Needed Girls Night

They Give You an Excuse to Have a Much-Needed Girls Night

Source: HBO

10
You Can Turn to Them For Advice
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You Can Turn to Them For Advice

11
They Give You Their Hand-Me-Downs

They Give You Their Hand-Me-Downs

12
They Reassure You That You're an Amazing Mom, Wife, and Person

They Reassure You That You're an Amazing Mom, Wife, and Person

Source: The CW

13
They Lend a Hand When You Don't Have Enough

They Lend a Hand When You Don't Have Enough

Source: CBS

15
And Help You Through the Tough Times

And Help You Through the Tough Times

Source: ABC

16
You'll Have Someone to Spend Time With When the Kids Are Grown

You'll Have Someone to Spend Time With When the Kids Are Grown

Source: NBC

17
They Understand That Life's a Little Crazy
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They Understand That Life's a Little Crazy

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But They Still Come Along For the Ride

But They Still Come Along For the Ride

Source: MGM