A mother’s love is often seen as unconditional, protective and nurturing - but what happens when that love becomes too consuming? In recent years, the #BoyMom trend has exploded across social media, celebrating the unique bond between mothers and their sons. On the surface, it seems harmless, even wholesome. But beneath the cute captions and viral videos, some experts warn that certain aspects of “boy mom culture” may encourage unhealthy emotional dependence, blurred boundaries and unrealistic expectations that can later affect relationships, independence and family dynamics. We are in conversation with Clinical and Sport psychologist, Dr Keitumetse Mashego as we unpack why boy moms tend to project romantic and spousal roles onto them?