Being a mom means you need to wear many different hats. I never imagined all of the roles I would play on a daily basis. No wonder I am completely exhausted and drained by the end of the day.
Here are 52 “job titles” a mom holds on any given day;
- CEO of the Household
- Personal Chef {clients may consist of picky eaters}
- Head Cheerleader of {insert your child’s name} team
- Housekeeper
- Taxi Driver {don’t expect to receive any tips}
- Judge Mom {daily court appearances}
- PhD in Anger Management
- Hair Stylist {mostly consists of impatient clients}
- Bed-wetting Patrol Squad
- Keeper of Secrets {shh I won’t tell}
- Food Tester
- Family Therapist {innervation at least once a week}
- Toddler Wrestling Coach
- Errand Runner
- Laundry Machine Operator
- Janitor
- Teacher {specializing in nursery rhythms, ABC’s and 123′s}
- Toy Repair Expert {fixer of the little parts}
- Finance Manager
- Art Director {remember; beauty is in the eye of the beholder}
- Land Scraper {the weeds won’t pull themselves}
- Potty Trainer
- Search and Rescue {for lost toys}
- Champion Tickler
- Lifeguard
- Daycare Provider
- Personal Assistant for the entire family
- No-Thumb Sucking Enforcer
- Wardrobe Stylist {this may consists of changing your client’s clothes several times a day}
- Personal Shopper
- Toothbrush Inspector
- PTA Mom
- Play-date Coordinator
- Birthday Events Director
- Sleep Scientist {will consist of many overnight studies}
- Scary Monster Patrol Officer
- Dramatic Story Teller
- Backyard Safety Patrol
- Professional Singer {concentrating on lullabies}
- Boo-Boo Fixer
- Kiss and Hugs Expert
- Speech Specialist
- Vacation Coordinator & Tour Guide
- PhD in Reverse Psychology
- Separation Anxiety Counselor
- In-Law Mediator
- Seamstress of Frilly Dresses and Super Hero Costumes
- Mrs. Fix-It
- Fort Engineer
- Stain Removal Expert
- Bodyguard
- Lady MacGyver
Now think about this list. I am sure you have done all of these at some point in your “mom career”.
We do this all without vacations, sick days, raises or appraisals. But you know what? It really is the BEST job in the world!
So what if we’re not paid what we should be. Nothing can take the place of being paid by kisses, hugs and “I Love Yous”.
What other job roles would you add to this list?





















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It really is the best job in the world. I think I’ve done all of those at some point. Thank goodness we don’t have pets because it would make that list even longer!
Evonne´s last [type] ..Hes got rhythm
Oh I know. I have a cat but since she doesn’t like me, my hubby can deal with her, lol.
Tina @ Life Without Pink´s last [type] ..52 Job Titles A Mom Holds
Haha love this list!!! I’d like to add:
- Water Girl aka Drinks Replenisher to the list (my boy drinks a lot of water)
- Pet Caretaker
- Marketing Director (by marketing, I mean going to the market/ grocery store)
Alison@Mama Wants This´s last [type] ..Im over at The Good Life!
I love the Marketing Director! That is great!
Tina @ Life Without Pink´s last [type] ..52 Job Titles A Mom Holds
FIfty-two jobs ona GODD day before 8:00 am! I wouldn’t trade it in for all of the help in the world.
Yes you are right…there are so many jobs and most of them are done in the early morning! I can’t imagine a different life though
Tina @ Life Without Pink´s last [type] ..52 Job Titles A Mom Holds
That’s a great list. I fail at a lot of those, but my personal favorite is hugs and kisses expert!
Kmama´s last [type] ..The End of an Era
We are all good at hugs and kisses!
Tina @ Life Without Pink´s last [type] ..52 Job Titles A Mom Holds
Nodding fervently in a agreement over here. I never realized that when I signed on to be “mom” that I would take on so many other jobs as well. GREAT list. I’ve been every single one of these, in just 2 and a half short years.
Courtney @ The Mommy Matters´s last [type] ..Recovery Weekend
I am a pro at #49! I’m adding that to my next resume.
MommaKiss´s last [type] ..Menage a what Yes Trois
Yeah I fail in this department. My hubby is definitely the better “fort builder”.
Wait, do you have ass wiper on there? Because sadly, I’m a pro at that, too – but I won’t be adjusting any resumes on that particular skill.
MommaKiss´s last [type] ..Menage a what Yes Trois
OMG I had that on there…must of deleted it by accident. That should be #1!
Tina @ Life Without Pink´s last [type] ..52 Job Titles A Mom Holds
Totally should be #1. I’m over it. Good at it. But over it.
MommaKiss´s last [type] ..Computer Wrcer
oh I am an expert at every one of these and I WORK FULL TIME. LOL
we need to draw a salary for these little moments that mean so much.
GREAT LIST!
Kir´s last [type] ..TRDC- Kimmy- Take Meto Lunch
I know our salary comes in little kisses and sweet hugs
Tina @ Life Without Pink´s last [type] ..52 Job Titles A Mom Holds
Sorry to be all up in your replies, but just saw this – I work full time, too – so yes – all and Then Some!
MommaKiss´s last [type] ..Computer Wrcer
This list covers it all. Thankfully my son doesn’t need me to be a hair stylist or he would be not have great looking hair everyday.
JDaniel4′s Mom´s last [type] ..Recap of Live Chat about Too Many Toys on Mom Loop!
If I had a girl I would feel so bad for her. I am NOT good with hair either!
Tina @ Life Without Pink´s last [type] ..52 Job Titles A Mom Holds
This is a great list! I think we are nurses too when both the kids and our husbands get sick!
A Mommy in the City´s last [type] ..Camp Kidville
Haha yes you are so right! We have to take care of the Hubby’s too!
Tina @ Life Without Pink´s last [type] ..52 Job Titles A Mom Holds
I think I need to send this list to my husband and tell him I need more pay (or at least more shopping money).
Oh you just gave me a GREAT idea! Off to send this to my husband as well
Tina @ Life Without Pink´s last [type] ..52 Job Titles A Mom Holds
I can’t think of anything to add to this at all! You’ve covered the role of a mom really well!!
Jackie´s last [type] ..Gleek Retreat Counting the Days!
I tried to think of everything…I’m sure tomorrow a new role will be created!
Tina @ Life Without Pink´s last [type] ..52 Job Titles A Mom Holds
I can’t add any more jobs to this list until I actually EARN my PhD in anger management. I think I’m still working on my GED. And even THAT is optimistic.
Ryan (The Woven Moments)´s last [type] ..Our marriage is like a bug
My theory is counting to 10 while taking deep breaths…it works!
I think you pretty much covered all the bases! It really is true what they say about motherhood…it’s the hardest but most important job of our lives.
Love this post.
Yes you are so right. I never worked harder in my life and every day my kids teach me something!
how about
personal bathroom assistant ((moooom come wipe my butt) lol
Match maker (finding all the missing socks)
ok thats all i can think of your list has it all
brittney mclain´s last [type] ..Junk Donations
Yes you are right…we are all personal bathroom assistants {not a fun job at all}…and match maker too! Where do those socks go?!
Have to say I think you covered everything Tina. Just wait a few more years and you will have a whole new set of hats; homework coordinator, broken-heart fixer, drivers education trainer…
Paula@Simply Sandwich´s last [type] ..Caution- Stranger Danger Ahead!
Awe no! I dont know how I will handle the broken-hearts, not my poor babies
It is the most rewarding job in the whole world.
Nolie´s last [type] ..Help! Removing Pee Stains from a Mattress
You are so right!
I’m pretty sure go back and forth between Judge and Hair Stylist the most.
liz´s last [type] ..Why I Don&8217t Vlog- A Vlog
With girls I am sure you play Hair Stylist and Wardrobe Stylist a few times a day!
#27 and #34 are my specialities!!!
#34 is fun though!
I love this! Engineer comes to mind since I just put together a bicycle during nap time today.
Glamamom´s last [type] ..HELP NOURISH CHILDREN IN NEED – ONE SLICE OF BREAD AT A TIME
Oh that’s a great one! Sadly I fail at this…that’s my hubby’s department!
That is by far the most comprehensive list i’ve even seen! I think i just got a little tired just reading it. haha
It’s funny, I just posted today about how so many of us moms are always saying there’s just not enough hours in the day for everything we have to do. Look at your list and no wonder we feel that way!
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I know…and I wonder why I’m completely exhausted by 7pm!
Ummm, does Butt Wiper fall under the potty training category? I kind of think it should have it’s only line since it is such a distinguished job.
Great list, no wonder why I’m tired.
Yes it does! Oh I can’t wait until I dont have to wipe butts anymore!
Tina @ Life Without Pink´s last [type] ..52 Job Titles A Mom Holds
Yeah, no wonder we’re all so tired! This list is fantastic! I am going to include it in my Monster Likes on Saturday
Natalie´s last [type] ..I’m Not Here Today…
OH yay!!! Thank you so much! I am sure we do way more than 52 roles. But yes I was exhausted just writing this list!
Wow! What an awesome list. I didn’t even realize I did ALL that!
Stephanie´s last [type] ..Online Shopping-No Fear With Bing
I know it’s it crazy when you look at that list?!?
Tina @ Life Without Pink´s last [type] ..Sleep Battles Tips from the Playground
Oh, this is so cute! Yes, us moms have to do a lot!
Now you know why moms can’t do it all
Tina @ Life Without Pink´s last [type] ..Sleep Battles Tips from the Playground
This list is the reason I have an immense amount of respect and compassion for all the beautiful mommas in my life. Your job never really ends, does it?
But… you do it all very well.
When I think about we are lucky to see every little thing our children do through out each day!!!! I forgot to mention over half of those little things are funny! And yes, they are lots of work too( I’ve been doing the laundry for 8 years and I’m still not finished! LOL I love when they come to me for anything! I am their protector and it feels good that they know that!
Tina, I really enjoyed your list (and being a proud title holder of each and every one)! I would really love to see you take this another 48 and make it an even 100!
Diana´s last [type] ..How to Do Reiki on Youself
Ha! ha! I am pro at every one of these. I work fulltime mom. Thanks for the good list.
Jessie´s last [type] ..career organizing
Being a mom is so hard but it is a worth it when you get to see the smile on thier faces then I dont mind cleaning are any of the job of being a mom
I have a question for all you mothers out there… I do most of these ( there’s the odd one I fail at terribly..) I have a step-son, but I see him as my own. I take care of him and the house during the week,, he calls me mommy.. I feel like I’m his mom, since I’m the one raising him.. Is there any possibility I can have my parents understand this? Mothers-day is coming up and my parents and I spoke of this the other day where I mentioned how excited I was for my first mothers-day… they completely tore me a new one, telling me he isn’t mine and that I can’t say it’s my mothers-day.. I wasn’t trying to throw my problem on here, but I was hoping I could find a way to have my own parents understant.. it hurts being told the boy you take care of and raise to be a good boy, isn’t yours.. which is true, on paper… in reality it is not.. or am I that wrong?
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