Being a single mom is not easy. It can be hard to juggle work, parenting, and managing your own life. But these women are strong, and they are an amazing example to their children. Check out these single mom that you can share or be motivated and inspired by.

Proud Single Mom Quotes

Becoming a mom can be quite hard. But a single mother is so much better: she can do double the work of a two mom family! She needs to be even more proud of being a single mom and shine that achievement to the world.

“I would say to any single parent currently feeling the weight of stereotype or stigmatization that I am prouder of my years as a single mother than of any other part of my life.”–J.K. Rowling

“A single mother has a backbone made of steel and a heart made of gold.” – Anonymous

“Each child is biologically required to have a mother. Fatherhood is a well-regarded theory, but motherhood is a fact.” – PJ O’Rourke

“I’m not really single. I mean, I am, but I have a son. Being a single mother is different from being a single woman.” – Kate Hudson

Strong Single Mom Quotes

Finding the strength to say ‘no’ to a job offer, striking up a correspondence with a new client, or paying to childcare can all be daunting tasks, but single mothers demonstrate that they can conquer these challenges and more. This selection of mother quotes will hopefully encourage you and remind you how strong you really are.

“Being a single mother is not a life full of struggles, but a journey for the strong.” – Meg Lourey

“It takes a tremendous amount of strength to be a single mother. To hold down the forte of a home, a life, and your child’s entire happiness.” – Nikki Rowef

“As a single mum, you’ll discover inner strengths and capabilities you never knew you had.” – Emma-Louise Smith

“Just because I am a single mother does not mean I cannot be a success.” – Yvonne Kaloki

“I’m a hustler. I’m a single mom, so whatever I’ve gotta do- me and Jenny McCarthy have this mantra ‘Momma gotta feed the baby.” – Sherri Shepherd

“Being a single parent is not a life full of struggles but a journey for the strong.” – Meg Lowrey

Motivational Single Mom Quotes To Share

Are you looking for the perfect quote for your single mom friend? Check these quotes out and show your love by sharing a handful of quotes from famous single women.

Single Moms: You are a doctor, a teacher, a nurse, a maid, a cook, a referee, a heroine, a defender, a protector, a true Superwoman. Wear your cape proudly. – Mandy Hale

“I didn’t set out to be a single mom. I set out to be the best mom I could be, and that hasn’t changed.” – Anonymous

“Single parent mothers who aren’t spending their time looking for a man but spending their time providing for their children are the most admirable people on earth.” – Anonymous

“Breath darling, this is just a chapter. It’s not your whole story.” –S.C. Lourie

“A single mom tries when things are hard. She never gives up. She believes in her family even when things are tough. She knows that above all things, a mother’s love is more than enough.” – Deniece Williams

“You are doing what is best for you and your children. You can’t ever be faulted for that. Hang in there.” — Skoychicago

“Even on the days you feel like you are failing, look around, I promise your kids still think you are the best mom in the whole universe.” – todaysthebestday.com

Single Mom Quotes Funny

Sometimes you just have to laugh at life right? The following quotes will give you something to relate to, and hopefully a good chuckle.

“Having children is like living in a frat house- nobody sleeps, everything’s broken, and there’s a lot of throwing up.” – Ray Romano

“The only man in my life is my son, and it’s probably going to stay this way for a while… I go to bed wearing a very baggy one-piece cheetah suit, just because it makes my son laugh. My sexy lingerie has been locked in a drawer for a while!” – Sandra Bullock

“Licked a dark smear off my finger and thought ‘Phew! It’s chocolate!” – Reader’s Digest 

“Some days my kids can do no wrong. Other days I understand why some animals eat their young.” – Toni Hammer

“Friend: What’s parenting like?

Me: You know all the side effects they list on prescription drugs? It’s like that.” – Difficult Mommy

“What is free time? I’m a single mother. My free moments are filled with loving my little girl.” – Roma Downey

Uplifting Single Mom Quotes

Need something to brighten the days that seem to never end? Yes, we have some of those too for you.

“Life began with waking up and loving my mother’s face.” – George Eliot

“Being a single mom is tough, but in the eyes of your child, no one does it better than you.” – Anonymous

“I decided instead of being embarrassed of my failed marriage and ashamed of being a single mother, I was going to own it. Being the best mother you can be and giving your kids the best life possible has nothing to do with your relationship status, and you don’t have to be happily married to have a ‘picture-perfect family.’” – Amanda Stanton

“Nothing you do for your children is ever wasted.” – Garrison Keillor

“She has to have four arms, four legs, four eyes, two hearts, and double the love. There is nothing single about a single mom.” – Mandy Hale

Exhausted Single Mom Quotes

There is a reason why parents go to bed so early. Kids have a lot needs, and a lot of energy. The combination can leave us exhausted.

“The hardest part about being a single parent is not having anyone to step in and take over when you’re overwhelmed.” – Jen Smith

“As a single mom, you are going to have bad days, overwhelming days, too tired days, and I can’t go on days. But every day, you’ll still show up and give it all for your children because Mama, you are stronger than you think you are.” – Anonymous

“The strength of a single mother knows no limits. Even when she is beyond exhausted both mentally and physically, nothing will stop her from finding the strength she needs for her children.” – Anonymous

“Just have faith, and know that you can make it as a single mom. It’s not always easy, but it’s not always hard.” — stellaluxum

“I know it’s hard being a single parent, but I’d rather do it by myself than with someone who doesn’t want to.” – Anonymous

“Being a single mother while trying to repair yourself mentally and emotionally is one of the hardest things you’ll ever do.” – Anonymous

Conclusion

Being a parent is a challenge but doing double the work is extremely exhausting no matter if you are the single mother, or single father. Let’s all remember that everyone has a different story and it isn’t our place to judge or criticize.