March 21st is National Single Parent Day. Didn’t know it was a thing? You’re definitely not alone. Unlike Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, National Single Parent Day flies under the radar. But it’s time for that to change! Why wait to be celebrated when we can celebrate ourselves?

Single motherhood isn’t one-size-fits-all. Each of us have unique stories, life-changing experiences, and incredible moments of growth that only we truly understand. Yes, sometimes it’s chaotic, just like everything else in life, but whether you're a single mom by choice, through divorce, or co-parenting like a pro, all you do for your family deserves to be recognized. So this National Single Parent Day, make it a priority to set aside time for you!

There’s no shortage of amazing women and moms from all walks of life who parent solo. The messy, hilarious mornings, celebratory milestones, new traditions, and relatable mom hacks that keep us sane make our collective experience so special. The best way to celebrate? Bring our stories to the feed. It’s the simplest way to raise a glass to single moms and create genuine moments where we can see ourselves in each other.

And don’t stop there, take the party offline and celebrate! Here are a few fun ideas to kick off the National Single Parent Day festivities:

Self-care isn’t a luxury, it’s a must!

Pencil it in. Put your face in a book, splurge at the spa, take a nap, or touch grass. Whatever you do, make sure it results in peace.

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Post it.

‍We’re more alike than different. Share an unhinged single mom moment using #SingleParentDay and #Cotripper. We listen, we don’t judge.
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Put it on a playlist.

The celebration goes wherever you do! We’ve curated 21 tracks to keep the vibes high all day long. Just press play.
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Leave the kids.

Get out of your sweats and get dressed, mom guilt? We don’t know her! School night or weekend, today is about you. Whether it’s a solo date or a girls’ night, make it happen.
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Bring the kids.

Your broke best friends are in luck because they get to celebrate too! Pick a restaurant from your saved folder for a fancy family dinner or opt for game night at home.

Gone are the days of staying quiet about how much we pour into our kids and what it takes to do what single moms do. The day is yours, take it in, take up space, and celebrate the little and big things you've done and plan to do for your family.

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