Cortex May 2020 PMID 32105976

From baby brain to mommy brain: Widespread gray matter gain after giving birth.

Eileen Luders, Florian Kurth, Malin Gingnell, Jonas Engman, Eu-Leong Yong, Inger S Poromaa, Christian Gaser

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The discussions reflect an overall positive reception, with posts like one mentioning the 'fascinating' nature of the findings and others emphasizing the transformative process of childbirth. Words such as 'incredible,' 'mystery,' and references to neuroplasticity illustrate curiosity and appreciation for the study's insights, showing a nuanced understanding of postpartum brain changes.

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Most posts recognize the study's findings as valid or intriguing, with some emphasizing the significance of brain changes after childbirth.

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Discussions show moderate curiosity about the research, with posts highlighting the novelty and importance of neuroplasticity in new mothers.

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Posts reflect a thoughtful engagement, referencing the study and relating it to personal experiences or broader biological processes.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions hint at meaningful implications for understanding motherhood and brain adaptability, though not universally seen as groundbreaking.

Abstract in brief

The study investigated brain changes in new mothers by analyzing brain images taken within 12 days postpartum and around 46 weeks later, revealing significant gray matter increases rather than decreases.
These increases were found in multiple brain regions involved in sensory processing, decision-making, and emotional regulation, such as the precentral gyrus, thalamus, and caudate.
The findings suggest that the maternal brain undergoes considerable neuroplasticity and reorganization after childbirth, possibly restoring or adapting brain structures to support complex maternal behaviors.]

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Neural Basis of Mommy Brain: Brain Adaptations During Motherhood

Women experience significant brain changes during the transition into motherhood, as shown by recent neuroimaging studies. The article reviews longitudinal MRI studies of first-time parents and explores current…

Update Forschung · May 22, 2025 50 views

Neuroplasticity in Women's Brains During and Post-Pregnancy

How does a woman's brain change during and after pregnancy? This video explores significant brain changes observed in first-time mothers, including lower cortical volumes and varying recovery patterns based on…

Update Forschung · May 22, 2025 12 views

Andrea

@rodriseiandrea · X

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michailidu janka

@malajankaa · X

@srna_jan ale abych byla fér, tak od té doby už vyšly i nějaké další studie na tohle téma.. takže to třeba nebude tak hrozné

Jan 29, 2022 · 8,065 followers View post →

Kate Spill

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Fascinating new study on significant structural brain changes shortly after childbirth "From baby brain to mommy brain: Widespread gray matter gain after givi... https://t.co/nE3QsDAkQY #uniauckland

Jun 30, 2021 · 223 followers View post →

Just curious

@ncphilosophy · X

From Baby Brain to Mommy Brain: Widespread Gray Matter Gain After Giving Birth https://t.co/h9U5RJ0TnN

Jan 28, 2020 · 53 followers View post →