Pregnancy Brain Is Real — Here's What's Actually Happening to Your Mind and Whether It Goes Back

You forgot where you put your keys. You lost your train of thought mid-sentence. You cried at a commercial and could not explain why. Pregnancy brain is not a myth and it is not a weakness — it is your brain undergoing one of the most significant neurological reorganizations of your entire life. Dr. Susan Landers is a neonatologist and bestselling author who has spent her career studying exactly what happens to the maternal brain during and after pregnancy — a process called matrescence that science is only beginning to fully understand. What she shares about the neurological plasticity that reshapes your brain during motherhood, what the emotional metamorphosis of becoming a mother actually involves beyond the hormones, and whether the version of your mind you had before comes back will give you the most scientifically grounded and personally validating conversation about the mother brain you have encountered. Your brain did not break. It transformed. This episode tells you what into. Drawing on fresh research that shows pregnancy literally rewires a mother’s brain, Susan explains: Why this season feels as disruptive as adolescence How women can harness the change instead of fearing it Identity shift & Postpartum mental health struggles The science, stories, and self-care strategies to help moms thrive Whether you’re expecting your first child or navigating life with little ones, this deep dive gives you the tools to thrive mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. 🔗 Explore more resources and insights on work-life balance at 📚 Stay updated on newborn care tips and parenting advice by following Susan Landers, MD, on social media! 📖 Discover the captivating story of balancing career and motherhood in Dr. Susan Landers' book "So Many Babies" - a must-read for anyone craving a compelling tale of resilience and work-life balance. Get your copy now at 👏 Her insights come from both professional expertise and lived experience—plus, her writing is striking a nerve. Her Substack newsletter has skyrocketed to over 2,000 subscribers in just one month: . 👉 Love insightful and life-changing interviews? Tap Follow now so you never miss an inspiring episode of The Advisor with Stacey Chillemi. Become a supporter of this podcast: . Follow The Advisor with Stacey Chillemi for weekly episodes on mindset, wellness, spirituality, and business growth—without burnout. Newsletter & resources: https://substack.com/@staceychillemi Watch & connect: • • Be a guest/sponsor: [email protected] • or Disclaimer: Educational only; not medical, mental-health, or legal advice. © The Advisor with Stacey Chillemi. All rights reserved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices