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The Lost Maternal Instinct - Erica Komisar | Maiden Mother Matriarch 50

Jan 28, 2024
Erica Komisar, psychoanalyst, parent coach, and author discusses the detrimental effects of long hours in daycare, the importance of developmental windows in a child's life, the impact of mothers working on children's well-being, the two-income trap, shifting cultural values, the painful relationship of mothers with work and motherhood, and differences in maternal and paternal instincts.
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  • The early years of a child's life (zero to three) are crucial for brain development and require parents to provide secure attachment and emotional regulation support.
  • Full-time daycare for young children can have negative consequences, and prioritizing mothers' workforce participation over child well-being fails to consider long-term effects and mental health issues later in life.

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The Importance of Early Years in Child Development

The podcast episode discusses the critical importance of the early years of a child's life. It emphasizes that this period, from zero to three years old, is when a child's brain development is most susceptible to the environment and undergoes significant growth. The speaker highlights the impact of secure attachment and the role of parents in helping children regulate their emotions and cope with stress. The episode also acknowledges the impact of the Industrial Revolution and modern societal pressures in prioritizing economic development over the well-being of children.

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