Which TV Mom Are You?

By: Jennifer Post

5 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

Being a mom is a rewarding task, but it's not easy. Sometimes you need a little comic relief to let you know that you're doing a great job. That's where television comes in. TV moms deal with almost everything that real moms deal with, just in a scripted manner. But when you're a mom watching something that is so relatable, it doesn't seem scripted. It's more like they took moments right out of your life and put them on the television for everyone to see. It makes you feel less alone and also lets you know that it's okay to laugh at some of the mistakes you've made as a parent.

But you don't have to be a mom to have an idea of what you would be like as a mom or to want to know if you're more like a sitcom mom or a hospital drama mom. By taking a closer look at your overall personality, your would-be-mom tendencies become a little clearer. Of course, like anyone will tell you, everything you think you know about being a mom goes completely out the window when you actually have kids. With all that said, which TV mom are you? Take this quiz to find out!

Would you consider yourself someone who loves giving gifts more than receiving?

I love seeing the look on people's faces.

I love both.
It's nice to receive a gift.

Life isn't about gifts.

How do you handle negativity in life?

I try to get everyone to see the positive.

Sometimes people have to feel the way they feel.
I don't love negativity.

Negativity is a necessary evil for people to realize how good things are.

What is it like when you feel stuck or bored in life?

I rarely feel that way.

It stinks, but you have to power through it.
It's important to have things that always bring you joy.

That's normal. The important part is not staying that way.

Do you need a lot of freedom in your life?

Not as much as people think.

Yeah I can't be tied down.
It's more of a want than a need.

I do need quite a bit of alone time.

Would you let your kids go to a concert with their friends with no adults present?

Most certainly not.

Sure, why not!
If they've earned the responsibility.

I've done that many time.

If you don't have kids yet, what kind of mom do you envision yourself being?

A really devoted one.

A cool mom.
A mom my kids respect but also like

A strict one.

At what age do you think a kid stops needing a mother?

Never.

Around sixteen
At least 30

When they can fend for themselves

How often do you find yourself doing things you said you would never do?

Rarely, if ever.

Literally everyday.
Quite often, but they're not bad things.

I always leave every possibility open.

Do you often cook for yourself or are you more of a takeout kind of person?

I try to cook every night.

I basically keep the takeout places near me in business.
It's good to have a balance between the two.

Depends on my mood, sometimes I just eat snacks.

Are you good at entertaining people?

If by entertaining you mean hosting dinner parties than yes.

Oh yeah I'm a hoot.
Yes but not in the way I intended.

I don't desire to entertain people.

Do you consider yourself a good cook?

The best

Not even a little bit
I can make simple stuff.

I can hold my own.

Are you someone who enjoys laundry and cleaning?

It makes the time pass.

I don't enjoy it but I do it.
Nope.

I have people for that.

What is the ideal way to pay for college?

Cash.

Financial aid is a big help.
Loans and help from family if you can get it

Whatever way leaves you in the best situation after college

When you're on vacation, do you plan every little thing or go with the flow?

Everything has to be planned.

I fly by the seat of my pants.
I plan things that need reservations but that's it.

I generally plan nothing.

Speaking of vacations, what's your ideal spot?

The beach

Somewhere with lot's of history
An exotic island

The woods

Are holidays better with kids?

Everything is better with kids.

Some are!
Kids make holidays fun again.

I don't celebrate holidays.

What's an ideal Mother's Day gift?

Breakfast in bed

Hanging with my kid all day
Some alone time

Spa time

Do you like your Halloween costumes bought or assembled with things in your closet?

If I can make it, I definitely will.

Some things bought, but the main things assembled.
I buy the costume outright. Halloween is enough work as it is.

I can find everything I need in my closet.

Have you made a lot of mistakes in life so far?

I hope not.

Of course, who hasn't?
That's all part of being a human being.

Everyday.

When someone close to you is feeling down, how do you try and cheer them up?

A big, long hug

I try not to overreact because then they will too.
Let them know I'm there if they need me.

People need to learn to deal with things themselves.

How much did you love birthday parties growing up?

I loved playing the little host even though it was my party.

I wasn't a huge fan.
They were the best.

I didn't have many after a certain age.

If you had a birthday party at your current age, what would you spend on it?

I'd go all out, no matter the expense.

I'd spend like a hundred bucks. I'm too old for extravagance.
Probably around $300, why the heck not?

I'd make it a potluck so I didn't have to shell out a lot of money.

Would you rather be inside watching TV or out and about enjoying the great outdoors?

Nature is entertainment enough for me.

I love some good TV.
If it's not nice out I'd rather be inside.

Outside is dirty.

Which household item would you not let your kids play with?

My good pots and pans

Knives
The obvious ones like sharp tools and heavy things.

I would teach my kids how to play with anything smartly.

What kind of school do you think is ideal for your kid?

Private school

Whatever school they want to go to
Public school all the way

Homeschooling is more appropriate.

Do you have age limits for when your kid can do things like date or get their ears pierced?

Eighteen for both.

Nope, they can do things whenever they feel ready.
At least 15.

No rules like that, no.

If you knew something about your kid that they didn't tell you themselves, would you mention it?

Of course, I'm their mother.

If I thought they were in danger I would.
I'll keep it to myself for as long as I can.

My family doesn't have secrets.

Did you always want kids?

For as long as I can remember.

It happened so quickly I didn't really have time to think about it.
Not until I met my partner.

I never wanted kids.

Do you seek out advice when you feel like you're struggling?

I can handle it.

I tend to be a private person.
I'm always seeking out advice, but not because I'm always struggling.

No one knows myself better than I do.

Think of your overall personality. How would you describe it?

Put together, a little Type A, but a lot of love to give

I'm pretty laid back but if there's something I really care about I go all in.
I think I'm hilarious, kind-hearted and down for anything.

I'm a little moody, but smart and loyal.

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