Cherish Quote by John Bowlby
“If a community values its children, it must cherish its mothers.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Attachment Theory, John Bowlby, 1969
Valuing children requires also valuing mothers, as they are central to child development.
In simple terms: Cherish mothers to cherish children.
Support mothers to benefit children.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenting classes
- maternal health programs
- community child services
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies better support mothers?
- What policies help maternal well‑being?
May overlook fathers' roles.