Mom Brain: Yes, It’s Real — Here Are Tips for Improving It

Описание: An estimated 80% of moms experience “mom brain,” the forgetfulness and concentration difficulties that come with pregnancy and motherhood. Ask a mom to describe the condition and she might mention anything from having a hard time finding words and engaging in conversation to lapses in judgment, missed appointments and emotional breakdowns. Science hasn’t quite caught up with how impactful mom brain can be on a woman’s work-life balance … yet. To understand what we know and what we’re still learning about mom brain, we talk to a clinical psychologist who is also a mom to two young girls.

Expert: Dr. Jessica Rohr, Clinical Psychologist, Director of Women’s Mental Health
Interviewer: Melissa Schafer

Notable topics covered:

Mom brain isn’t just a colloquialism: How the brain changes during pregnancy
Why objective research findings don’t always match the subjective experiences of moms
Why mom brain research is in its infancy: A deep dive into the historical exclusion of women in medical studies
Whether “dad brain” also exists
Neuroplasticity: One of the benefits that comes with the cognitive changes in motherhood
Does mom brain ever go away?
Navigating the shift from seeking perfection to simply being a good person and mother
What spouses, loved ones and friends can do to support a new mother
How to reframe conversations like, “I want you to want to do the dishes.”
Tips, tools and workarounds for overcoming the challenges of mom brain