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Ever wanted to squeeze, bite, or pinch something adorable? You’re not weird. You’re experiencing cute aggression, and the science behind it reveals something surprising about how our brains manage love - The IVF Hangover: An Emotional Aftermath Nobody Warns You About
From injections to pregnancy and beyond, IVF can leave lasting marks. We explore the physical and emotional impacts of IVF during treatment and after it ends, and how to care for yourself along the way. - Why Having A Child Has Ruined Your Relationship
Okay, maybe not everyone’s relationship with their loved one is in the pan after having a child, but anecdotally and statistically, many parents find themselves facing relationship challenges with a little one in the mix. Leila and Kim are no exceptions, and we share a very cathartic chat about how and why our marriages have… Read more: Why Having A Child Has Ruined Your Relationship - The Perils of Social Media for Parents
Social media can be a great tool for discovering new people and new things (including maybe this podcast and blog?!) but it has a dark side. The “algorithm” which determines exactly what social media content you see is a highly efficient beast of hyerconnectivity. It can reveal things about your inner wants, desires, and fears… Read more: The Perils of Social Media for Parents - Parenting, Risk, and the Myth of the Perfect Parent
Parenting today often feels like walking through a minefield of opinions. Whether it’s about how we feed our babies, whether we use car seat mirrors, or even whether a mum can enjoy a glass of wine while breastfeeding, there seems to be no shortage of strong voices ready to weigh in. If you’ve ever scrolled… Read more: Parenting, Risk, and the Myth of the Perfect Parent - Do Babies Always Look Like Their Dads?
Do babies really look like their fathers at birth? Research in genetics, evolution, and human perception explains why this belief is so widespread, and if there’s any truth behind it. - Why Moms Think Their Baby’s Poop Smells… Okay?
It’s a classic joke: “I love them so much, even their farts smell like roses!” But it turns out this sentiment might be rooted in real science, especially when it comes to babies and their moms. - Are Pets Beneficial for New Moms?
There’s lots of evidence to suggest that pets are good for our mental health, but not much is known about how they affect new and expectant mothers. Take part in a quick survey to help researchers get to the bottom of the question. - Why Motherhood Is Not What You Expect: Embracing Matrescence
Motherhood wasn’t what I expected, and I don’t think I’m alone in feeling disoriented and dispirited. But these experiences are totally normal parts of matrescence – the major physical and psychological transformation to motherhood. Matrescence changes our bodies, brains, and roles, and we need to talk about it more. - Why you can cope with those newborn sleepless nights
If there’s one thing you can be sure of when you bring you fresh newborn baby home, it’s that you can kiss goodbye to a full night’s sleep for the next weeks, months, maybe even years. A newborn’s sleep schedule is famously all over the place, and what with needing to feed every few hours,… Read more: Why you can cope with those newborn sleepless nights - Why you hold your baby on the left
Do you remember the first time you held your newborn baby? It’s the most surreal, magical experience in the world. One moment you’re just a normal person and the next, you’re a parent. You’re handed this tiny vulnerable bundle and instincts take over. At first it might seem strange as you take them in your… Read more: Why you hold your baby on the left
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