Maternalism
Part of speech: noun
Definition: the treatment of people in a motherly manner, especially by caring for them as a mother would care for her children.
Maternity
Part of speech: noun
Definition: The state of being a mother; motherhood.The state of being pregnant; pregnancy.A ward or department in a hospital in which babies are born.
Example sentence: For years my wedding ring has done its job. It has led me not into temptation. It has reminded my husband numerous times at parties that it's time to go home. It has been a source of relief to a dinner companion. It has been a status symbol in the maternity ward.