We've all been there. You're on your own for the first time, so high on your own independence that you don't really mind diving into that sink full of crusty plates and food bits until you pick up that dish. Oh no. Dishwasher safe? Let me check the bottom. No label. Do I risk it? Better call Mom, just in case.

When you're on your own for the first time, you're going to find yourself in situations that will stretch the limits of your pre-moving out knowledge. When you just don't know, nothing beats the world's most reliable authority on literally everything: Mom. Whether you need to know how long to microwave your soup or you remove an ink stain from the carpet in a pinch, mom almost always has the answer. Here's a list of some of the minor and major questions you may find yourself calling your mom for.

1. Can you wash a down comforter?

No. I'm glad I called before learning it the hard way.

2. Where can you buy stamps if the post office is closed?

This is still a mystery to me, but mother dear informed me that there is a kiosk in our post office that is operational 24/7. Who knew?

3. Can I microwave this with the plastic wrap on?

The answer was no. She did it anyway. You can lead a horse to water...

4. Can I put regular dish detergent in the dishwasher?

NOOOO! No, No, No. Bubbles. Just..bubbles.

5. What's the difference between extra virgin olive oil and pure olive oil?

Still gotta conference Mom in on this one.

6. What temperature do I cook this on?

Because you never paid attention the first thousand times she told you.

7. How do I sign up for health insurance?

Which usually turns into, "Can you do it for me?"

8. Do you miss me?

Because darn it if you don't miss her.