Mothers in the Crosshairs: Grief and Justice

This chapter tells the harrowing story of Kathleen Folbig, a mother wrongfully accused of murdering her children, as she contends with her devastating losses and an unforgiving justice system. It examines the intersection of motherhood and legal scrutiny, revealing how societal biases and flawed expert testimonies can lead to unjust convictions. The narrative further explores the broader trend of accusing mothers in tragic child deaths, underscoring the need for a reconsideration of how such cases are prosecuted.