Genetic Maternal Effect

Genetic Maternal Effect occurs when a mother's genes influence her offspring’s traits beyond just providing genes; instead, her genetic makeup affects things like the environment or resources she provides during development. For example, a mother's genes might affect the quality of nutrients or care she gives, shaping her child's characteristics. This means that an offspring’s traits are partly determined by the mother’s genetics, not just the offspring’s own genes. It highlights how maternal influence, based on her genetics, can play a significant role in shaping an offspring's features and development.