Why single mums deserve appreciation and support.
In the UK, although ‘single mum’ is the standard spelling, the phrase ‘single mom’ is widely used online to symbolise the strength and resilience of a solo parent. It’s an identity label and a sort of shorthand for a particular lifestyle, attitude and pop culture trope. As a result, many people use ‘single mom’ as a term of empowerment and solidarity, despite the obvious US spelling of ‘mom’. Here are some quotes that recognise single mums and solo parents who are living the ‘single mom’ life.


