“I’m a Nurse Because of Her”: Woman Spoils Mom for Raising Her, Credits Success to Her Hard Work
- A young nurse took to TikTok to show appreciation for her mother, who worked hard to raise her and her sister
- The video showed the mother being treated to a meal, with the daughter explaining how her sacrifices shaped both her career and her sister’s
- Netizens were moved by the story, reflecting on the importance of celebrating parents while they can still enjoy it
South Africans were touched by a young nurse who spoiled her mom with a Spur meal, crediting her career success and her sister’s achievements abroad to their mother’s sacrifices.
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On 16 September 2025, TikTok user @piyobabe2 posted a heartwarming video that quickly touched thousands of South Africans. Within two days, the post gained more than 6,600 likes and hundreds of comments from people who were moved by the young woman’s gesture. In the video, she proudly shared that she is now a nurse because of her mother’s sacrifices and dedication, showing just how much her upbringing shaped her future. She also mentioned that her mother used to work as a domestic worker while raising them both.
The video featured her mom enjoying a special outing at Spur, where she was treated to a meal in her honour. Alongside the moment, the young woman shared that her little sister is now working overseas, showing how both siblings are committed to making their mother proud. She captioned the post with heartfelt words about her mother’s strength and dedication, saying it is finally her time to enjoy the fruits of her labour. She wrote:
"She gave us life, it's her time to enjoy her hard working through us. I love my mom."
Daughter credited her success to her mom’s sacrifices
In her touching message, the nurse said her mother had given her and her sister life and had worked tirelessly to provide for them. She credited her career in nursing to her mother’s efforts and explained that her sister’s achievements abroad were also made possible because of the foundation their mother built.
The video quickly gained traction on TikTok as netizens applauded the gesture, with many users sharing how they also dream of giving back to their parents one day. The post stood as a reminder of the importance of recognising parents’ sacrifices and celebrating their hard work while they are still around to enjoy it.
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Mzansi reacted to the post
Cmknm wrote:
"I receive whatever you said in your prayers. The pain of seeing my mom still supporting me (graduate) even after her pension (former domestic worker), it kills me inside day and night, but I pray that things will change one day. 🥰🥰🥰"
User1806732051748 added:
"And I'm chopping onions because I'm a single mother and a domestic worker. My boy is a first-year student at university, and I'm paying for him because he didn’t get a bursary. 😢"
Kari said:
"African mothers are often single parents, which makes this such a huge accomplishment!"
Sanga said:
"Ncho dear, I'm so proud of you guys, you made me cry. Kiss her for me and tell her she is our Mbokodo. ❤"
Mazaaaaaaaaa said:
"You make me cry. 😭 But I'm happy for you cause yakwaz ku jabulisa Mina wahamba qala kuse enza keep it up cc lisebenzise ngendlela lelithuba. 🥰
Mmewadigirls wrote:
"Akadle izithukuthuku zakhe asaphila umnto'mdala bandla. 🥰"
Boyce Sondlo added:
"Bless you for giving her her flowers while she's still alive, not waiting until she's departed and buying an expensive casket to bury her."
florencedimakatso:
"I'm so proud of you guys, she deserves the best. 🥰❤"
Check out the TikTok post below:
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Source: Briefly News
