This study tried to contain the process of reflecting on the individual maternal experiences going through while raising children with developmental disabilities within the norms of maternal ideology using the self-cultural descriptive research method. Followings are the results of the research. First, a mother of a child with developmental disabilities feels guilty for her child s illness and disability while blaming herself. A mother is often criticized for giving the cause to her child s illness, and struggles with the idealized role of a good mother. Second, the accusation of the lack of mother s roles is further strengthened due to the child s disability that is difficult to improve. The myth of overcoming disability aggravates the guilt of the lack of mother s roles, and the criticism continues along with endless care. Lastly, a mother reflects on herself, who cannot be perfect, letting go of the role of the ideal mother. The mother seeks ways to realize the self and become happy with their
children through psychological separation from her children. It is supposed to be possible, based on the results of this study, to raise awareness about the unique maternal experience of mothers with developmental disabilities and to emphasize the need to provide practical childcare support.