IS THE MOTHER DEPENDENT ON THE CHILD, OR IS THE CHILD DEPENDENT ON THE MOTHER?

IS THE MOTHER DEPENDENT ON THE CHILD, OR IS THE CHILD DEPENDENT ON THE MOTHER?

The bond between mother and child is undoubtedly one of the strongest connections. Many mothers would answer the question in the title with, "Of course, my child needs me, they can't do without me," without realizing that they are also just as dependent on their child.

Experts particularly highlight the dangers of excessive attachment a mother might have to her child, noting that for many mothers, the relationship with their child becomes the most important purpose of their life. In some cases, this attachment can even cause them to forget who they were before becoming mothers.

This is why some mothers may think that being a mother is the best thing they can do, and they continue to live in a protective and even subtly oppressive manner throughout their lives, sometimes without realizing it.

Children who are excessively dependent on their mothers often struggle with issues such as not wanting to go to school, or having trouble being separated from their mother or home. This is a common viewpoint shared by experts.

It is important for mothers to accept that their role will change as their child grows, as this is vital for the child’s development.

 

In the role of motherhood during the growing years, you must be with your child in the early years, close to them during infancy, a step away during childhood, eye-to-eye during adolescence, and available when they need you later on.

Labels: Mother-child bond, Motherhood, Overprotection, Child development, Separation anxiety
May 02, 2025
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