The love of a mother is often painted as unconditional, pure, and ever-flowing. Society teaches us that a mother loves all her children equally — without bias, without preference. But in the quiet corners of many homes, a different story plays out: one child feels cherished while another silently wonders, "Why not me?" This phenomenon is called parental favoritism , and when it comes from a mother — the very person expected to nurture and protect without condition — the emotional wounds can last a lifetime. In this blog post, we’ll explore: What maternal favoritism really is How and why it happens The long-term effects on children Signs to look out for Real-life examples How to heal and find peace — even when equality never comes 🧠 What Is Maternal Favoritism? Parental favoritism is when one or bo...