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Drawing on her personal experiences, let’s explore how people, especially mothers, can be a source of comfort and support for their children.

A person can become a comfort zone by offering love, understanding, and a sense of safety to the child, affirmed Dr Santosh Bangar, senior consultant psychiatrist, Gleneagles Hospitals, Parel Mumbai.

For a child, this bond tends to form naturally with the mother. “A mother’s familiar voice and encouraging words create an environment where a child feels secure and accepted,” added Dr Bangar.

The mother-daughter bond is extremely comforting (Photo: Freepik)

He mentioned that children often seek comfort from their parents. “Even small moments of connection in day-to-day life, like sharing a meal, baking your favourite desserts, hugs, or some nice conversation, can help support the child’s emotional well-being, while also allowing the parent to connect at a deeper level,” said Dr Bangar.

No matter the age, a parent’s, especially a mother’s, presence could offer assurance and support on a day-to-day basis, especially during testing times. “For every child, the mother is a comfort zone wherein one can share the problems, happiness, or any emotional difficulty,” said Dr Bangar.

According to Dr Bangar, having an emotionally available environment helps one become more confident, mentally healthy, and emotionally clear adults.