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11 Phrases and Names Women Use For Their Kids That Give Other Moms the Ick

As moms, we have unique ways of talking to our kids. However, certain phrases and names can make other moms uncomfortable. Here are some expressions that can cause this reaction.

“Kiddos”

One person shared that they hate the term “kiddos,” finding it to be a dumb term that they’ve always hated.

“Momma” or “Mama”

Another person shared that they hate being called “momma” or “mama” by anyone other than their husband or child, as it makes them feel like they’re losing their identity.

“Preggers”

“The term preggers just gives me the ick. The thing is it takes the same amount of effort as saying pregnant.”

“Baby Dance”

“Online in the ‘trying to conceive’ forums, people commonly use “baby dance” to refer to the act of trying to conceive and I find it so weird.”

“Mama”

“Hey mama!” “You’re doing great, mama!” “You got this, mama!” Basically anything from another adult woman calling a mom “mama””

“Littles”

"Don't like "littles" for kids, particularly if they're not small! A podcaster I enjoy introduces herself as mom of littles aged 7, 9, 11 - a turnoff."

“DH” and “LO”

Someone dislikes "DH" (dear husband) and "LO" (little ones) abbreviations in forum posts, particularly when the "DH" isn't dear. One person amusingly mistook "LO" for "living offspring".

“Cherubs”

“One of my friends (completely serious) calls her kids her cherubs. I hate it”

“Girly”

“”Girly” – I find it slightly belittling and shallow. I have been called this by other grown women and I just do not like it.”

“Nuggets” and “Earthside”

"Referring to unborn babies as 'nuggets' and eagerly awaiting their arrival as 'earthside'. Where's my uterus, in a different dimension? Disliking the term 'bump' too."

“Fell Pregnant”

Another person shared that they don’t like the term “fell pregnant,” as it’s not a passive activity.

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