| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| HOVER | Act like a protective mother |
| mother | to act as or like a mother to |
| HOVER | Act like an overly protective parent |
| motherly | Of, resembling, or characteristic of a mother, esp. in being caring, protective, and kind |
| parented | Be or act as a mother or father to (someone) |
| parenting | Be or act as a mother or father to (someone) |
