Every mother gets things wrong. We lose patience, misunderstand our children and sometimes respond in ways we regret. But psychology suggests healthy relationships aren't built on perfect parenting. What happens after those imperfect moments - repair, responsibility and reconnection - may matter far more.

What if being a good mother doesn't mean getting everything right?

Explore Donald Winnicott's ‘good enough mother’ theory and what modern psychology tells us about attachment, imperfection, repair and maternal guilt.