The myth of "Baby Brain" with Dr Sarah McKay

In this episode of Untidy we talk to Dr Sarah McKay @drsarahmckay, a neuroscientist, author and speaker to find out the truth about ‘baby brain’. Brace yourselves for a twist!!! Good people, we have been scammed and we’re about to debunk some of society’s convenient myths … Strap in, this is a goodie.

We delve into the findings from Sarah’s recent book ‘Baby Brain’ — a term often used to describe the perceived cognitive decline a lot of new mums experience. We wanted to know exactly what was going on in there … Why were we putting fridge items in the oven? And why did Hannah forget how to spell her own name after having her son? Sarah unpacks the science behind what actually happens neurologically during pregnancy and the postpartum period, and the research will surprise you!We talk about the need to re-frame the connotations around ‘baby brain’, and why the term ‘supermum’ needs to be banished from our collective vocabulary.

Follow Sarah on Instagram at @drsarahmckay, and check out her website https://drsarahmckay.com/

About Untidy

New Zealand’s award-winning parenting podcast, Untidy honours the person within the parent. Hosts, Matilda Green and Hannah Davison, dive into the undergrowth of sex and relationships, mental health, healing, body issues, identity questions, and more with a range of guests. Connect, laugh, learn, and keep moving forward.

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