The term baby mama simly means the mother of one or more . Sometimes we refer someone as baby Mama because of they are not married to the father of their children.

In South Africa the term is used to degrade mothers who are vocal about their children ‘s rights and well being . People also don’t like it because it is associated with drama . Rather be called by your child’s name . This Baby mama term was initially derogatory .

Dealing with Historic stigmas Surrounding single mothers . As a result , it has a negative connotation to this day . However , its also been adopted and used in a positive way by women themselves .

The TV presenter and Girlfriend to producer prince kaybee made it clear that she never wanna hear anyone calling her baba mama .

” I have no idea why the word “Baby mama ” doesn’t sit well with me… But it doesn’t so please keep it away from me ” says Zola Ayabulela Mhlongo .