The sweeping reorganisation of the brain in pregnancy, and why it matters
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The Maternal Brain: Transformations During Pregnancy
This chapter examines the significant neurological changes that occur in the maternal brain throughout pregnancy, based on groundbreaking research involving continuous brain scans. The speaker shares their personal experience as a research subject, revealing how these changes may enhance parenting abilities rather than imply cognitive decline. By highlighting the dynamic shifts in gray and white matter, the chapter sheds light on the complexity of pregnancy-related brain transformations and their connection to hormonal and physiological changes.
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