Why women don't like Mama's Boys

Don't get me wrong, we adore when we hear a man talk respectfully about his mother. It let's us know you respect women!

So here's why...

We Like Manly Men!

Just as men fantasize about nurses or French maids, we fantasize about firemen and policemen -- men that display strength, power and masculinity. Why do you think Fireman calendars on the top of our Christmas lists?? Lol. Plus, strong men aren't intimidated or easily influenced by other people, like their mother. Which means you'll talk to her before making a big decision, not us!

We LOVE to be #1

We get it, you cater to your mom on her birthday, Mothers day, and other special holidays. But if you cancel dates with us to have tea with your mom, not cool! We will not/can not compete with your mom for you, it's a losing battle (plus an unwritten rule!). After a while of being ditched, we'll cancel you.
Plus, we like to know we're making you happy. So we definitely don't want to hear we can't cook as good as your mom can!

We're no longer maids

We don't necessarily expect you to be gourmet chefs or Mr. Clean, but we do want you to help out. Mama's boys have their mom do their laundry and cook for them. It is true that some mothers are to blame for pandering to their son's every need, but unfortunately women don't like to date men who need to be served and can't take care of themselves.

We're not fans of in-laws knowing our personal biz-zas!

Mama's boys are usually extremely open with their moms. Often, women expect men to have difficulties talking about intimate issues, so when a woman finds out her man has been speaking to his mother about their problems, she feels betrayed. Eventually it will come out, like when the mom buys us a lingerie gift card, with a note "stop buying plain undies, he doesn't like it." Obviously, we'll be humiliated!

So there's a fine line of a respectful son, and a mama's boy. So if you are a mama's boy... here's some help

Create a new relationship with your mom

If you've ever been called a mama's boy, chances are your mother is too intrusive and you need to learn how to say no to her. She might be a saint, but it doesn't mean that she can't be unreasonable and manipulative. Your mother already knows you love her and would do anything for her, and that is precisely the problem. She knows you can't say no.

So, once in a while, even through her tears and attempts at emotional blackmail, let your mother know how good your girlfriend is to you and how important it is that she remains part of your life. It's OK to tell your mother when you are looking forward to that romantic weekend you have planned for you and your girlfriend. It is also OK to tell her that she doesn't need to make sandwiches for the road.

Remember your girlfriend

Every time you cancel plans with your girlfriend for your mother, make sure you rectify the situation later on (if there is a later on). Never let your girlfriend feel that she comes second and that your mother always has the last word. If your girlfriend witnesses you giving in to your mother's unreasonable requests, make sure that she also witnesses you saying no to your mother.

If you're a mama's boy, chances are your mother will think that no other woman will ever be good enough for you. So when your mother tells you that she will not break your heart but your lover will, remember that if you love and respect both the women in your life fairly.

Found on Askmen.com