Reflective Parenting by Curious Neuron Chelsea Conaboy & Dr. Jodi Pawluski: How our brain changes when we become parents
In today’s episode, we are joined by Chelsea Conaboy & Dr. Jodi Pawluski. We discuss all things parent brain - if you’re not sure what that is, this episode is for you.
- Why is it important to talk about the postpartum period and the brain?
- Is “mommy brain” negative?
- Does parenting keep you young?
- Does a father or non-birthing parent’s brain change when their child is born?
- Is parental leave adequate around the world?
- What is the “perfect mother myth”
- Do we really need the village to raise our children?
- Is it normal to be stressed and depressed as a new parent?
- What kind of support exists in the US and Canada for mothers and fathers?
- What is “mom rage”?
- Is it normal to have intrusive thoughts about how your child will get hurt?
- What is the definition of the postpartum period?
- #1 tips for new parents from Chelsea and Jodi
Resources:
Chelsea’s book: Mother Brain
Jodi’s book (en Français): Le Mommy Brain Boot camp for new dads in the USA
Postpartum support international
After the Storm: Postnatal Depression and the Utter Weirdness of New Motherhood - Emma Jane Unsworth
If You’re Working on Staying Calm During Chaotic Parenting Moments…
This episode pairs beautifully with my course, Becoming a Reflective Parent, where we start with values and identity before diving into the 10 emotional skills parents were never taught — including stress management, emotion regulation, self-awareness, leadership, and conflict resolution.
If you snap easily, feel overwhelmed, or want to parent with more calm and confidence, this course was designed for you.
https://curiousneuron.com/reflective-parent-club/
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