It might be due to the mom's own unfulfilled dreams. Maybe she always wanted a daughter and in a way, she tries to live out that dream through her son. She might dress him up as a girl, involve him in girl - centric activities like ballet or doll - playing, hoping to create a kind of surrogate daughter - like experience.
One possible reason could be a magical accident. Maybe mom was trying to do something else with a spell or charm and it backfired, turning the person into a girl.
Perhaps she was influenced by her own upbringing. If she had a great relationship with her mother when she was a little girl, she might be trying to replicate that with you. She could also be doing it as a form of protection. By making you into a 'baby girl', she might feel like she can shield you from the harshness of the outside world in a more motherly way.
In some turned into a girl stories, it could be due to a curse. For example, if someone offended an old witch or a powerful spirit, they might be cursed to change into a girl. Also, there could be a strange natural phenomenon. Like in a place full of strange energy, a person could be transformed into a girl just by being there for a while.
Well, in these out - there stories, it could be that the government is trying to create a new type of citizen. They might believe that by turning someone into a girl, they can introduce different perspectives and abilities into society. But this is really just wild speculation as no real - world government would do such a thing without major ethical violations.
It could be a scientific experiment. Scientists might be testing a new technology or drug that has unforeseen side effects, causing the transformation. This could then lead to a story about Otto Rocket trying to reverse the process while dealing with the new experiences of being a girl.
A spiritual or philosophical belief. Some people believe that being in direct contact with the earth (known as 'earthing') has various positive effects on the body and soul. The mom might subscribe to this belief and thus force the girl to go barefoot to experience these potential benefits, such as reduced stress or better sleep in the long run.
Magic is a common reason. Maybe a mischievous fairy or a clumsy wizard cast a spell wrongly. Another reason could be a strange scientific experiment gone wrong, like some sort of radiation or chemical reaction that alters the body's form. Or it could be a curse from an ancient artifact. If someone disturbs an old tomb and takes an enchanted item, it might put a curse on them and turn them into a little girl.
One reason could be for comical effect. It can create a humorous and unexpected situation that catches the reader or listener off - guard.
She might have been influenced by some old family traditions. In some families, they like to do cross - dressing for certain events as a form of entertainment or to create a unique family memory. Another reason could be that she wanted to show me that clothes don't really define gender. By dressing me as a girl, she was teaching me to be more open - minded about different ways of dressing.
If talking to her doesn't work, you could seek support from other family members, like your dad or grandparents. They might be able to help you communicate with your mom or at least support you in your own identity. Also, you can make friends who accept you for who you are, regardless of what your mom is trying to do. Having a good support network outside of your family can be really helpful.