We live in an era where traditional roles within the family are being redefined. In order to raise emotionally healthy children, new mothers, in particular, must adapt to these new and ever-changing roles. Using the pioneering work of psychiatrist, D.W. Winnicott, Mother’s Matter reexamines the role of mothers in raising children emotionally healthy. The book also examines the role of fathers and the effects of absent fathers on children. Rather than dry case studies, the book uses interesting characters from literature to demonstrate how mothers can succeed in raising their children. The goal of the book is not to develop perfect mothers, but to empower mothers who can then help their children grow up healthier and happier.