With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, this shout has to go out to the mamas.

Us dads realize that being a father would not be possible without all of you fantastic moms out there.

On behalf of all dads worldwide, I thank you ladies for the following:

1. Agreeing to conceive babies with us.
2. Carrying a growing child in your womb for 10 months.
3. Going to countless doctor’s appointments for the baby’s health.
4. Giving up caffeine, alcohol, and cigarillos for the baby.
5. Not taking medicine during the pregnancy for the baby’s safety.
6. Nesting the house to perfection.
7. Battling through a painful labor process.
8. Delivering a child through your…
9. Creating milk, and exporting it through your bosom.
10. Loving your baby more than anything.
11. Teaching us men how to take care of babies.
12. Handling most of the midnight feedings.
13. Being awesome, smart, and beautiful.

Happy Mother’s Day, mamas! We love you.