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Becoming a mother and looking after a child is not a piece of cake, and you need time for yourself. Hence, take some time off your parenting schedule, scroll through this post on mom jokes, and have a hearty good laugh. Attending to your baby’s needs is important, but so is taking care of yourself.
You may also share these corny and witty jokes with your partner, friends, and family for a few chuckles. Read on for some exciting and funny mom jokes that may help you rejuvenate yourself and add to your humor.
220+ Funny Mom Jokes
Listed below is a collection of funny mom jokes and puns that you can share with her through messages or read them out. The jokes are light-hearted and not meant to be taken seriously. Share them wisely!
Sarcastic Mom Jokes
1. What is a universal mom code for “I don’t want to share.”
“It’s spicy.”
2. Son: “Mom, can I have $20?”
3. Why is it sad when you sit around waiting for mom to make dinner?
Because you realize you are the mom.
4. What do moms want for Mother’s Day?
Replacement silverware.
5. Son: “Mom, I need money for the movies.”
Mom: “Sure thing, sweetie. Just show me your report card first. Let’s see if you’ve earned a ‘sequel.’”
6. Daughter: “Mom, what’s it like to have the greatest daughter in the world?”
Mother: “I don’t know dear, ask your grandmother.”
7. Sunday school teacher: Tell me, Johnny. Do you say prayers before eating?
Johnny: No, ma’am, I don’t have to. My mom’s a good cook.
8. What did Mom say when I couldn’t find my shoes?
I guess you’ll have to put your ‘sole’ into it!
9. A police recruit was asked in his exam, “What would you do if you had to arrest your own mother?”
He said, “Call for backup.”
10. What did Mom say when I asked her to define “homework”?
It’s a magical spell that makes children disappear!
11. Why do Mothers have to have two visits to the optometrist?
Because they also have eyes in the back of their head.
12. What did Mom say when I asked her to make me famous?
“You’re already a legend in this house!”
13. What did Mom say when I asked her to teach me to dance?
“Well, honey, I can’t teach you to ‘waltz’ into traffic!”
14. Moms have a secret superpower.
They can turn a messy room into a clean one just by saying, ‘I’ll count to three!’
15. What did Mom say when I asked her to be my personal chef?
“I already am, dear! Every meal is a masterpiece!”
16. What did Mom say when I asked her to play hide and seek?
She said, “Honey, I’ve been hiding snacks from you for years!”
17. What did Mom say when I asked her to help me with my math project
“Sure, but don’t expect me to ‘add’ to your problems!”
18. What did Mom say when I asked her if she was on a diet?
“Yes, dear, I’m on a ‘see food’ diet – I see food and eat it!”
19. What did Mom say when I asked her if she was a superhero?
“No, but I am a ‘super’ mom, which is basically the same thing!”
20. What did Mom say when I asked her to help me fix my bike?
“I’d love to, but I’m already ‘tired’ from raising you!”
21. Why don’t mothers wear watches?
There’s a clock on the stove.
22. What did Mom say when I asked her to define “technology”?
“It’s why I have to call you to help me with my phone!”
23. To Mum: I’m hungry, I’m tired, I’m cold, I’m hot. Can I have…, Where are you?
To Dad: Where’s Mum?
24. What is mom’s favorite fashion advice?
“Darling, I’ve been setting trends since you were in diapers!”
25. Can mom rap, you ask?
She can wrap presents like a pro. Does that count?
26. What was mom’s choice for a bedtime story?
Once upon a time, a mom needed her beauty sleep!
27. Mom, do you believe in aliens?
“I believe in ‘parental’ aliens – they come from another planet called ‘Parenthood’!”
28. Daughter: “Mom, can I get a loan?”
mom: “Sorry, honey, my bank account is ‘mompty’ right now!”
29. Daughter: “Mom, do you consider yourself a fashionista?”
Mom: “Sweetie, I’m not a fashionista; I’m a ‘mom’ista!”
30. I asked mom if she believed in ghosts.
She said, “She believes in ‘boos’ – like the ones I give her when she tells jokes!”
31. Why is Mother’s Day before Father’s Day?
So the children can spend all their Christmas money on mom.
32. What’s a mom’s secret talent?
Finding lost items faster than a detective.
33. What did Mom say when I told her I would be her personal chauffeur?
“You’ve been driving me crazy for years, isn’t that enough?”
34. Ryan: Why did you chop the joke book in half?
John: Mom said to cut the comedy
35. What’s a mom’s favorite kind of music?
Anything that drowns out the sound of bickering kids
36. What did mom say when I asked her if she’s a secret agent?
“If I told you, I’d have to do your laundry forever!”
37. Why did the mom enroll in a stand-up comedy class?
Because she realized she’s been delivering punchlines (and lunches) for years!
38. Are moms superheroes?
They don’t wear a cape, but they do wear an apron – it’s their ‘super’mom uniform.
39. “Mom, can you give me some relationship advice?”
“Honey, I’ve been married to your dad for so long; I’m practically a ‘relationship guru’!”
40. Science teacher: “When is the boiling point reached?”
Student: “When my mother sees my report card!”
41. How does a mom measure time?
In loads of laundry, cups of coffee, and milestones reached!
42. What did Mom say when I asked her for a pet dinosaur?
“Sorry, dear, but I can’t handle another ‘Jurassic’ mess!”
43. What did the mom say when her teenager complained about being bored?
“Oh, I have a to-do list for you!”
44. Why was the house so neat on Mother’s Day?
Because Mom spent Saturday cleaning it
45. Do moms follow fashion trends?
Fashion trends come and go, but my ‘mom jeans’ are forever!
46. What does a momma color wheel say to a baby color wheel?
Don’t use that tone with me.
47. Are moms magicians?
Of course they are! They make your laundry disappear, don’t they?
48. Daughter: “Mom, can you drive me to my friend’s house?”
Mom: “Sure, and you can teach me how to teleport while we’re at it.”
49. What did the lazy boy say to his mom on Mother’s Day when she was about to do the dishes?
Relax, mom… you can just do them in the morning.
50. Son: “Mom, I want a personal trainer.”
Mom: “You’re already your personal ‘drainer’ – You drain my energy every day!”
51. How does a mom keep her sanity?
By pretending that mismatched socks are a new fashion trend.
52. What is mom’s go-to career choice?
“Well, I’ve been a mom for years, so I’m basically a ‘professional juggler’!”
53. Why don’t they have Mother’s Day sales?
Because mothers are priceless.
54. What did mom say when I asked her to define “patience”?
“Patience is what you develop when you raise a child like you!”
55. What did Mom say when I asked her to be a detective?
I already investigated your room!
56. What’s mom’s favorite exercise?
Running errands
57. Dad: “Our kids have boundless energy!”
Mom: “Yes, and I’m convinced they’re secretly powered by candy.”
58. What’s mom’s favorite weather?
Sunny with a chance of napping.
59. What did Mom say when I asked her to be a lifeguard?
I already saved you from countless disasters.
60. What’s mom’s favorite sport?
Extreme couponing
61. What did Mom say when I asked her to be a scientist?
I already experiment in the kitchen!
62. What did mom say when I asked her if she could juggle?
I can juggle schedules, chores, and your endless questions!
66. What did Mom say when I asked her to be a veterinarian?
I’ve been taking care of your ‘sick’ excuses.
67. Son: “Mom, can you do my laundry?”
Mom: “Sure, but it’s a ‘spin-off’ series, not a ‘rerun’.”
68. What did the TV say to its kids?
Don’t sit too close, or you’ll be grounded.
69. Why do mother spiders spend most of their time on the web?
Because they learn stitching from the internet
70. What did Mom say when I asked her to be a DJ?
I’ve already been spinning laundry tracks!
71. What’s mom’s favorite bedtime story to read?
The one where the kids go to sleep early!
72. Mother-in-law: “I always did things differently with my children.”
Mom: “That explains a lot.”
73. Dad: “I can’t believe our son made that mess in the living room again!”
Mom: “Well, at least he’s consistent.”
74. What should you make mom for dinner on Mother’s Day?
Anything you want – she’s just happy that she doesn’t have to make it!
75. Why was mom so happy to go to IHOP for pancakes on Mother’s Day?
She knew she wouldn’t have to do any dishes.
76. Why did Elsa’s mom always ask her to ‘Let It Go’?
Because she couldn’t stand the frozen food section
77. Why do moms hope it doesn’t rain on Mother’s Day?
Because their children can’t play outside!
78. What did the daughter say to her mom after gifting her flowers for Mother’s day?
She said, “I don’t say this a lot, but I am so happy to be or-chid
79. What did the mother shark say to her baby shark?
“Just watch your shark-asm, young boy!”
80. Why is cleaning with children a tough job for moms to do?
Because it is like cleaning teeth with Oreos
Silly Mom Jokes
81. Why did the baby strawberry cry?
Because his mom was in a jam!
82. Why did they have to rush the mommy rattlesnake to the doctor?
She bit her tongue!
83. What did the baby corn say to the mama corn?
“Where’s Pop corn?”
84. Why is a computer so smart?
Cause it listens to its motherboard
85. Why do mother kangaroos hate rainy days?
Their kids have to play inside!
86. What kind of flowers are best for Mother’s Day?
Mums
87. What did the mama tomato say to the baby tomato?
Catch up!
88. Son: Dad, why did mom get heartburn after eating her cake?
Dad: She forgot to blow the candles out first.
89. Where did the spider learn how to make a Mother’s Day gift?
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On the web.
90. Why did the children give their mom a blanket for Mother’s Day?
Because they thought she was the coolest mom.
91. Why was the mother firefly so happy?
Because her children were all so bright.
92. What did the panda give his mommy?
A bear hug
93. Why did the mom bring a ladder to the bar?
Because she heard the drinks were on the house!
94. What did mommy spider say to baby spider?
You spend too much time on the web.
95. When does Mother’s Day come before St. Patrick’s Day?
In the dictionary!
96. What did Mom say when she found out I was eating my veggies?
She said, “You’re growing up to be a real ‘stalk’ broker!”
97. What did Timmy say to his mother when she set up his favorite feast for him?
You’re so grand, ma!
98. Why did mom become a gardener?
Because she wanted to ‘grow’ her own money!
99. What kind of sweets do astronaut moms like?
Mars bars
100. Why did the cookie cry?
Because his mother was a wafer so long!
101. What did the mother say to the baby corn before it was time to go to school?
“Have an a-maiz-ing day!”
102. Why don’t moms ever lose at hide and seek?
Because they’re the ultimate experts at finding things!
103. Why couldn’t mom put her crochet project down on Mother’s Day?
She was hooked on it.
104. What is the name of the angry mother of a pea?
Grump-pea!
105. Why were the rope children so quiet on Mother’s Day?
They were trying not to be knotty.
106. Why did the banana mom go to visit a doctor?
Because she was not peeling well
107. Where did the mother corn send her children to study?
In the sili-corn valley
108. Why did the mommy cat want to go bowling?
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She was an alley cat.
Quick Tip109. Why did corn mom get dressed up?
She had a cornball to attend at the school.
110. What is every mother’s favorite holiday destination?
Baha-mas
111. Why was it so hard for the pirate to call his mom?
Because she left the phone off the hook
112. What’s a mom’s secret weapon for getting kids to eat their veggies?
It’s a secret sauce called ‘chocolate disguise’!
113. Why did the bean children give their mom a sweater?
She was chili
114. What was the name of the singer that mother liked the most?
Hannah Mom-tana
115. What was the reason for mom to bring a calculator to the dinner table?
Because she wanted to ‘add’ up all the deliciousness
116. What did the mama say to the foal?
It’s pasture bedtime.
117. What did the baby Egyptian say when he got lost?
I want my mummy
118. What did the Egyptian family do on Mother’s Day?
Brought their mummy breakfast in bed
119. Where did the cow family go on Mother’s Day?
The moo-vies
120. What did the mother broom say to the baby broom?
It’s time to go to sweep!
121. Who granted the fish a wish?
The fairy codmother
122. Where do baby transformers come from?
Opti-mom prime!
123. What makes more noise than a child jumping on mommy’s bed?
Two children jumping on mommy’s bed!
124. What is the most important day in Egypt?
Mummy’s Day
125. How do you keep little cows quiet, so their mommy can sleep late?
Use the moooooote button.
126. What was Cleopatra’s favorite day of the year?
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Mummy’s day
127. What did the vacuum cleaner say to its little nozzle?
“Suck it up, kid!”
128. What did the children say to their mother to wish her a happy mother’s day?
They said, “Have a mom-entous Mother’s day.”
129. What did mommy pig put on her Mother’s Day pancakes?
Hog cabin syrup
130. Why did the fridge get emotional when it’s ice maker was born?
Because it knew it was now responsible for raising a “cool” kid!
131. What warm drink helps mom relax on Mother’s Day?
Calm-omile tea
132. What’s mom’s favorite superhero power?
Multitasking.
133. Why did the coffee maker enroll its coffee bean in school?
To ensure it had a “grounds” for a bright future!
134. What did Eeyore say to his mom on Mother’s Day when he served her breakfast in bed?
I hope thistle makes you happy.
135. Why did the dishwasher ask its dish rack kid to help?
Because it’s time they learned to ‘rack’ up some responsibility!
136. What did the car say to its baby car?
Don’t worry, little one, one day you’ll have the ‘drive’ to go places!
137. How did everyone react when the mother wanted to have a snack party in the neighborhood?
Everybody chipped in for mom.
138. What do young computers do on Mother’s Day?
Give memory cards to their motherboards.
139. Why did Mom bring a giraffe to the zoo?
Because she wanted to take the ‘high road’ to fun
140. What did the mama squirrel say to her little one?
“Quit nutting around and gather some food!”
One-Liner Mom Jokes
140. Motherhood is a fairytale in reverse. You start in a beautiful gown and end up cleaning everyone’s messes.
141. When the first child eats dirt, the mom calls the doctor. When the second eats dirt, mom cleans their mouth. When the third child eats dirt, the mom wonders if she still needs to make lunch.
142. Mom’s recipe for iced coffee: 1. Have kids. 2. Make coffee. 3. Forget you made coffee. 4. Drink it cold
143. Bought my mom a mug that says, “Happy Mother’s day from the World’s Worst Son.”
I forgot to mail it, but I think she knows.
144. A child asks his dad, “What’s a man?” The dad says, “A man is someone who is responsible and cares for their family.” The child says, “I hope one day I can be a man just like mom!”
145. One mom to another: Silence is golden. Unless you have children, then silence is suspicious.
146. From one mom to another, here’s a way to teach the kids about irony: scream, “STOP SCREAMING.”
147. It’s not easy being a mom. If it were, Dad would do it!
148. To get the children to be quiet on Mother’s Day morning, just say “Mum’s the word!”
149. Good moms let their kids lick the beaters after making cookies, great moms turn them off first.
150. I like telling mom jokes. Sometimes, she laughs!
Punny Mom Jokes
151. Why did the mother needle get angry with the baby needle?
Because she got late, and it was past her thread-time!
152. What’s mom’s favorite dance move?
The ‘mom-bop.’
153. What did the digital clock say to its mother?
Look, Ma! No hands!
154. What did the kittens give their mom for Mother’s Day?
A subscription to Good Mousekeeping
155. What has a long plume, wings, and wears a red bow?
A Mother’s Day pheasant
156. What did the mother say when her child was not trying to eat veggies?
Peas give them a chance.
157. Why did the mother’s day gift arrive the day after Mother’s Day?
It was chocoLATE
158. What kind of candy do moms love for Mother’s Day?
Her-she’s Kisses
159. Why did the mommy horse want to race on a rainy Mother’s Day?
She was a mudder
160. What’s mom’s favorite musical instrument?
The ‘mom-phony.’
161. Why did mom get a plate of English muffins on Mother’s Day?
Her family wanted her to feel like a queen!
162. What did the child say after having her favorite sandwiches made by her mom?
She said, “This may sound cheesy, but you are grate.”
163. What did a child say after receiving a Star Wars’ toys from her mother on his birthday?
He said, “Yoda the best, ma.”
164. What’s mom’s favorite board game?
Monopoly – she’s the ‘mom’opoly master.
165. What magazine did the mommy cow read while her calves made a Mother’s Day brunch?
Cows-mopolitan
166. What do you call a small mom?
Minimum!
167. How is it that bat mothers sleep upside down?
Well, they get the hang of it!
168. Why did the monster’s mother knit him three socks?
She heard he grew another foot.
169. What’s mom’s favorite game night activity?
Charades – she’s a ‘mom-actor’ extraordinaire.
170. What did the Martians wear to Mother’s Day dinner?
Spacesuits
171. What’s mom’s favorite game night snack?
She’s a ‘mom-corn’ connoisseur!
172. Who do flowers celebrate on Mother’s Day?
Their chrysanthemums
173. What’s mom’s favorite way to relax?
Lounging in the hammock – she’s a ‘mom-mock’ enthusiast.
174. What did the computer say to its baby?
“You’re my mini-me, and together, we’ll ‘byte’ into the world!”
175. How did the panda open her Mother’s Day card?
With her bear hands
176. What did the book say to its children?
As you grow, you’ll ‘cover’ more ground and ‘page’ through life’s adventures!
177. What did a snake mother want her baby snake to become once he grows up?
A civil serpent
Point to consider178. What did the two moms eat when they hang out together?
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M & M’s
179. What did the coffee maker say to its kids?
“Brew-tiful things await you, my ‘espresso’ child!”
180. Why didn’t the teddy bear’s mommy want a big meal on Mother’s Day?
She was already stuffed!
181. What did Bruce Wayne’s mommy put over his crib?
A bat mobile
182. Why did Superman ask his mom for help with laundry?
Because he couldn’t find his “super” socks!
183. What did the baby light bulb say to the mommy light bulb?
I love you, watts and watts!
184. How do piglets wake their mama up on Mother’s Day?
With hogs and kisses
185. Why did the mama bird get a promotion?
Because she was an excellent ‘tweet’-cher!
186. When would you hit a Mother’s Day cake with a hammer?
When it’s a pound cake
187. What did the mama sheep say to her lamb who wanted to become a comedian?
You’re the ‘baa’-est comedian in the pasture!
188. What was the mother preparing to give the father for their wedding anniversary?
A mom-ologue
189. What did a beaver say to her mother?
She said, “Mom, you are the best; there is no otter like you.”
190. What’s mom’s favorite way to spend a rainy day?
Puzzles – she’s a ‘mom-puzzler’ pro.
191. Where do all the mother cars carry their baby cars?
On their mother hood!.
192. What do kids use to measure the temperature of the body when falling sick?
Ther-mom-meter!
193. How did the alien boy write her Mother’s Day poem?
In uni-verses
194. What did the hermit crabs do on Mother’s Day?
They shellabrated their mommy.
195. How does the mother bat know her kids are telling the truth?
Because they always hang by her word!
196. What’s the best thing a new mom can get for Mother’s Day?
A long nap
197. What did the refrigerator say to its kids?
Chill out, my little cool beans!
198. What dessert did the mommy cat get after her Mother’s Day dinner?
Chocolate Mouse
199. What did the mama lion say to her cub who was misbehaving?
You’re ‘paw’-sitively driving me wild!
200. Why was the Mother’s Day cake so hard?
It was a marble cake.
201. What kind of flowers do yellow jacket mothers like for Mother’s Day?
Bee-gonias
202. Why did the sea captain’s mommy go out on Mother’s Day?
To shop the sails
203. Why did the mommy cat enroll in school?
To learn how to purr-suade her kittens to attend school!
204. Why did Iron Man’s mom have trouble keeping up with him?
Because he always had too many ‘iron’ tasks!
205. Why did the couch become a mom?
Because it always had to ‘cushion’ the family!
206. What did the waiter say to the mommy dog when he served Mother’s Day dinner?
Bone-appetit!
207. What was the mommy cat wearing to breakfast on Mother’s Day?
She was still in her paw-jamas
208. Why did the mom love the Barbie movie so much?
Because it was a “dollightful” way to escape from reality
209. What did the banana’s mommy get on Mother’s Day?
Slippers
210. Why did the mommy spider knit a scarf?
Because her web was getting chilly!
211. Why do sons love Mother’s Day so much?
Because it’s always on son day (Sunday)
212. What did the microwave say when it became a mom?
It’s time to heat some love!
213. What did the mommy bookshelf say to its baby books?
“You’re all part of my shelf-expression!”
214. How did a grape thank her mother on Mother’s day?
It said, “I love you, mom, you did a fantastic job in raisin me.”
215. Why did the traffic light become a mom?
Because it wanted to teach the little lights to stop and go
216. What did a koala bear say to her mother after returning home after many years?
I will stick around this and will spend some koala-ty time with you, mom.
217. What did Spider-Man’s mom say when he asked for a bedtime story?
Once upon a web
218. What did the mama snake say to her baby snake?
She said, “You’re hisss-terical!”
219. Which movie is the most favorite of mothers?
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Mamma Mia!
220. What did the dishwasher say to its kids?
Let’s clean up our act!
221. How do all the children’s parents dress up during Halloween?
As Mummy and Deadies
222. What did the fridge magnet say to its child?
You’re the coolest kid in the kitchen!
223. What’s mom’s favorite movie genre?
Romantic comedies – she’s a ‘momantic’ at heart.
224. Which city is every mother’s favorite?
Mom-te Carlo
Illustration: Hilarious Jokes For Mom To Laugh Out Loud
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is it offensive to make fun of moms with mom jokes?
Mom jokes with clever wordplay can make a mother smile and lift her spirits. However, jokes that belittle her sacrifices and efforts, however, can be disrespectful and should be avoided.
2. What kind of humor do moms typically appreciate?
Moms enjoy humor that is lighthearted and presents an everyday circumstance with a humorous twist such as funny baby jokes. They usually don’t appreciate jokes that have a degrading or demeaning tone.
3. Can mom jokes be considered a form of bullying or harassment?
Mom jokes are considered bullying if they are intended to demean mothers. It is considered harassment if these jokes are made in front of other people to humiliate them.
4. Do moms ever make fun of their parenting with mom jokes?
If a mother has a sense of humor and enjoys a good laugh even at her own expense, she will not hesitate to make jokes about dad, herself, or her parenting skills.
5. How can sharing mom jokes improve family dynamics?
Mom jokes bring a sense of lighthearted humor, which can ease stress and make everyone feel relaxed. These jokes also encourage communication between family members, as they talk about the ups and downs of motherhood in a fun way without throwing blame.
Motherhood is not easy, but you can push through this worthwhile journey with a little bit of silly teasing, jesting, giggles and laughter. These hilarious mom jokes are full of wit to kick away your blues and put a big smile on your face. So share these jokes with fellow mothers and make them laugh too. Scroll through these comical jokes anytime during the day to lighten your mood and bounce back with energy. These hilarious jests also double as funny jokes for kids, so share them with your partner and children so you can laugh aloud together!
Infographic: Amusing Jokes To Have A Good Laugh With Mom
In our busy lives, we may not get much time to spend with our family, especially our moms, who always yearn for us. So, make the time you spend with your dearest momma cherishable by cracking some silly and funny hilarious jokes given in the infographic below. You can also share these jokes over text if you’re away.
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Key Pointers
- Whether you are a new or seasoned mom, a joke can lighten your load.
- Reading jokes can be a fun way for a mother and child to bond.
- Ensure the jokes are not hurtful, offensive, or discriminatory.
- Share jokes that highlight a mom’s sacrifice and efforts with family and friends.
- Sharing mom jokes with fellow mothers helps connect moms globally.
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