#Maternal Instinct

🤱 Mothers are often the emotional backbone of a family, offering love, guidance, and unwavering support. From the moment a child is born, a mother’s instinct to nurture and protect is almost instinctual, providing both comfort and security. Their role goes beyond just physical care; mothers are the ones who often serve as the emotional compass, helping children navigate the ups and downs of life. Whether it’s offering a listening ear, giving advice, or simply being there to share in the small victories, mothers create a sense of safety and stability that shapes a child’s understanding of the world. The bond between a mother and her child is a unique and deep connection that evolves over time. While the early years may be focused on caregiving and guidance, as children grow, the relationship transforms into one of mutual respect and understanding. A mother’s influence can be profound, shaping values, beliefs, and even career paths. And though the responsibilities of motherhood can be overwhelming at times, the joy and fulfillment it brings can be unmatched. Whether through acts of sacrifice or moments of joy, a mother’s impact on her children often lasts a lifetime, serving as a foundation for future generations.

What if the maternal instinct is a myth? In her book "Mother Brain: How Neuroscience Is Rewriting The Story of Parenthood,” science journalist Chelsea Conaboy (@chelsea.wonder) argues that the idea that women are natural caregivers isn’t distinctly female. “The story we've told about mothers is that women are natural, innate caregivers, that we come to this work automatically, that it just sort of springs forth from us as soon as a child is placed in our arms. And that it is really distinctly female, and that that's based in science,” Conaboy said. “And none of those things are true.” Want more? NPR's Throughline podcast has an entire episode on motherhood. The link's in our bio. Host: Rund Abdelfatah/NPR Producer: Tsering Bista/NPR #history #throughlinenpr #throughlinenprvideo

A stunning display of animal cooperation and cross-species trust was captured by a hidden burrow cam in a rural garden. The high-definition, low-light footage shows a mother rabbit nursing her litter of newborn kits deep within an earthen den. In an incredible twist, a small, orphaned newborn kitten had somehow found its way into the burrow, and the mother rabbit—driven by maternal instinct—had accepted it as one of her own, keeping it warm and fed. The video captures the moment the biological mother cat, a local farm feline, carefully navigates the underground tunnel to retrieve her stray offspring. In a show of remarkable calm, the mother rabbit remains completely still and shows no fear as the cat approaches. The mother cat gently picks up her kitten by the scruff, offering a low, soft purr that experts suggest was a sign of peace between the two mothers. The cat then retreats back into the night, leaving the rabbit family undisturbed. This rare encounter highlights the secret, peaceful lives of animals when humans aren't watching. This video is created with AI, and the story is for your entertainment.

A mother doesn’t live in fight mode. She knows when to be gentle… and when to protect. Softness is not the absence of strength. It’s where strength is anchored. For a FREE guide for Helping Faith Driven Protective Mothersprotect their children fiercely and keep their hearts tender. Link in Bio. #motherhood #mamabear #softstrength #selfcarebyjennynyc #maternalinstincts

A remote cabin's trail camera in the Canadian Rockies captured an incredible act of maternal instinct during a massive spring avalanche. As the mountainside began to crumble, a grizzly mother was seen sprinting toward the safety of a porch, carrying her cub by the scruff. Seconds after she reached the shelter and shielded her cub with her massive body, the area was engulfed in a blinding wall of thundering snow. After the dust settled, the mother uncurled herself, revealing a perfectly safe cub. This rare footage highlights the extreme measures wild animals take to protect their young. This video is created with AI.

A mother’s bond with her children is one of the strongest forces in nature, built on unconditional love, instinct, and sacrifice. No matter how difficult the circumstances become, a mother’s heart pushes her to stand by her children, protect them, and guide them through every challenge. Her support doesn’t depend on convenience or comfort—it comes from a deep emotional connection that makes her put her children’s safety and happiness above her own. This unwavering presence is what makes a mother’s love truly irreplaceable. Follow 👉 @emotive.waves #mother #love #motherslove #purelove #emotions #feelings

That mother child bond 🤝 That maternal instinct is real, but it’s actually a result of careful observation and spending time with the child so you don’t have to be genetically related to a child to have a maternal instinct. Anyway, just reminded me of when my kids were first born and I just could sense what they needed. What a magical bond. 🎥 pubity/tt

being a mom isn’t something I take lightly— it’s an answered prayer and my life’s greatest honor 🤍 Update** for those who are saying “no one said that” here are some quotes by well known feminist thought leaders over the years ⬇️ 1.    “Pregnancy is barbaric… the basis of female oppression is her role in reproduction.” — Shulamith Firestone, The Dialectic of Sex, 1970     2.    “No woman is required to build the world by destroying herself.” — Andrea Dworkin, from various writings and speeches, commonly cited in the 1980s     3.    “Motherhood is the patriarchy’s crowning glory. It is the final, most perfect blessing of misogyny.” — Lierre Keith, from interviews and essays, notably 2009 (The Vegetarian Myth)     4.    “The myth of maternal instinct is an invention of a male society designed to keep women at home.” — Germaine Greer, The Female Eunuch, 1970     5.    “The home became a prison and the mother its inmate.” — Betty Friedan, The Feminine Mystique, 1963     6.    “The institution of motherhood functions, and has functioned, to enforce female subservience.” — Adrienne Rich, Of Woman Born: Motherhood as Experience and Institution, 1976     7.    “We are not born mothers, we are forced into motherhood.” — Sophie Lewis, Full Surrogacy Now, 2019     8.    “Biological motherhood is not sacred; it is used to chain women to men and to capital.” — Silvia Federici, from essays and lectures; ideas expressed in Caliban and the Witch, 2004     9.    “Motherhood is the factory where patriarchy is produced and reproduced.” — Sara Ruddick, Maternal Thinking: Toward a Politics of Peace, 1989     10.    “To bear children is to risk being reduced to nothing more than a vessel.” — Michele Roberts, from writings and interviews, quote traceable to early 1990s *inspo @realbrittanydawn #ChristianParenting #FaithFilledMotherhood #slowliving #slowingdown #raisingchildren #motherhoodinspired #motherhoodunited #conciousparenting #intentionalparenting #motherhood #slowmotherhood #letthembelittle #momlifestyle #momlife #christianmotherhood #prolife #motherhoodsimplified #christian #christianmommy

Behind every child who is attached to their mother is a woman who has shaped her world around their needs working to create a childhood filled with love stability, and joy.🤌👩‍👦 A mother who gives her all, puts them first, and shows up no matter what🙌 What works for one mother might not work for another, so before passing judgment, pause and consider how you'd feel if someone questioned your parenting choices. Drop a ♥️ if you can relate 🫶

It’s the sweetest thing when I see interactions like this between my kids 🥹 It feels like even when it’s difficult, or I’m feeling overwhelmed or tired, that maybe I’m still doing ok 💚🩵 Also, maybe it’s just me, but since school has started and Hudson is the oldest one at home now, he has grown and matured sooo much. I’m just so proud of the brother he is ❤️ #gentleparenting #gentleparent #momlifeunfiltered #toddlertantrums #toddlertantrum #momlifeishard #momlifebelike #parentinglife #parentingishard #parentingwithintention #parentingwithpurpose #momlife #parentingadvice #momadvice #momsupportingmoms #parentingtips #toddlerlife #toddlermom #toddlermomlife #toddlerlearning #toddlerbehavior

Led by intuition and not by a statistic. 🤍 trusting my motherly instincts and intuitive response, and knowing in my heart that my baby, my body, and myself know best. that no statistic, no amount of fear based “research” could out do the love of a mother & her in her natural habitat and natural abilities. research is great, but what’s greater is a women’s intuition taking the front seat & a society that does not see this as an overall threat. 🫶🏼 Thoughts? #rawmotherhood #attachmentparenting #wildmotherhood #simplemotherhood #crunchymama #slowmotherhood #letthembelittle

Tears in my eyes at this audio 🥺 it describes motherhood so perfectly ❤️‍🩹 #motherhood #motherhoodunplugged #mama #baby #parenting