24 Things Every Urban Mom Understands

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Hey there, fellow city moms! If you’ve ever navigated the bustling streets with kids in tow, you’ll relate to these urban parenting truths. Here’s a fun look at what life is like for us city dwellers:

1. Your stroller is your trusty vehicle.
2. There’s a fine balance between your child’s weight and how much grocery you can load onto the stroller. Need that extra carton of oat milk? Well, which stroller are you using? And how hungry is your child? Even the smallest miscalculation can lead to a dramatic crash with your little one landing in a heap with spilled snacks everywhere.
3. Once you’re past the stroller stage, your handbag becomes your vehicle. You pack everything you might need for a day out—12 to 16 hours’ worth of supplies for you and your kiddos.
4. You regularly find a mix of items in your oversized tote: a half-eaten snack pack, freelance paperwork, a forgotten permission slip, sunglasses, a MetroCard, a stack of coins, a Playbill, random toys, a library book, sunscreen, and who knows what else.
5. You may look a bit silly with a backpack strapped to your chest, but it’s the only way to keep your hands free for a squirming toddler or to grab a snack in a hurry.
6. There’s never a direct subway line to where you need to go.
7. You’ve learned from experience to avoid the empty subway car; the mysteries of its odor can be overwhelming.
8. When you finally get off the train with the kids, rain will inevitably start, and one child will urgently need a bathroom!
9. Buses can be a lifesaver with kids, providing plenty of distractions outside. But watch out—if your child hits that “Stop” button too many times, it can become a very tense ride.
10. You’re a multitasking pro, able to close the stroller while juggling a child, a backpack, and everything else, all while keeping an eye on the MetroCard balance and dodging stares from other commuters.
11. You know grocery shopping with the kids is a bad idea, especially when it means passing by the GameStop—those requests for new games can drag on forever!
12. You’ve even breastfed in the dairy aisle, laughing at the ridiculousness of the moment.
13. You know the best spots for fruit, calculating whether it’s worth the extra effort to save a buck or two.
14. You often stop by the grocery store for just one item—three to five times a week!
15. You’ve memorized which stores have the cleanest bathrooms and the friendliest owners who let the kids use them.
16. You know which shopkeepers give out candy and how to discreetly prevent your child from accepting the giant choking hazards.
17. You’re aware of which streets to avoid, thanks to the uneven sidewalks that threaten to send your stroller—and napping baby—flying.
18. If you lean on public transport, you know how costly a cab ride can be when you need car seats.
19. If you happen to own a clunky old car, you’ve mastered the art of alternate-side parking, even knowing how long you can leave your stroller-napping baby unattended in the lobby.
20. Your kids can distinguish between someone on a Bluetooth and someone having a conversation with themselves on the street.
21. They’re also great at giving polite smiles to well-meaning strangers who want to chat.
22. You’ve established a safety routine: find another mom, then a cop, and if those options fail, seek out Bob at the bodega.
23. Your laundromat doubles as your package delivery spot.
24. You once spotted a dad carrying a baby in an Ergo on his front and another on his back and thought, “That’s impressive!”

These shared experiences highlight the unique challenges urban moms face, from navigating the streets to managing playdates. If you want to dive deeper into topics like this, check out our other blog post on artificial insemination, or visit Make A Mom for more insights. For an excellent resource on pregnancy and home insemination, this Wikipedia page is super helpful!

In summary, being an urban mom is a wild ride filled with unique challenges and experiences. From grocery runs to subway rides, every day is an adventure that only we can understand!