A growing number of mothers in the U.S. are opting to conceal-carry firearms as a means of protection for themselves and their children amid rising female gun ownership. Business Insider interviews three mothers who reveal their reasons for carrying hidden weapons, ranging from concerns over targeted violence to general safety fears, with one mother stating, “Having a child is obviously completely different, knowing she’s fully dependent on me.”
Statistics show a significant increase in female gun ownership, with a 77% rise from 2005 to 2020 according to the National Shooting Sports Foundation. Despite the associated risks highlighted by research—including higher chances of homicide in homes with guns—these mothers maintain strict safety practices, such as using holsters and secure safes to ensure their firearms remain out of reach of their children. “Murphy’s law is always in effect,” one mother notes, underscoring her commitment to safety while navigating the complexities of motherhood and gun ownership.
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