Momism (Noun)
Meaning
Excessive protection.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- Her constant texts and calls home from college led friends to accuse her of having a classic case of momism.
- Local authorities criticized the parenting style showcased at the school's annual sports event, stating it promotes helicopter parenting and momism.
- It seemed her overprotective momism led to her taking fewer risks and not being independent enough in life.
- Experts say extreme momism can stunt children's emotional growth by hindering the development of self-reliance and resilience.
- Researchers found the increased instances of children carrying safety gear everywhere directly correlate with excessive momism from parents.