Ep.11: How Your Brain Changes During Motherhood: A Chat with Rocio Zunini

Mothering From Within

Understanding Your Brain Changes During Motherhood

In this episode of 'Mothering from Within,' host Kaili Ets, a pediatric occupational therapist and mom of two, sits down with neuroscientist Rocio Zunini to dive into the fascinating changes in the parental brain during motherhood.
Rocio, the founder of Newborn Parents, shares her journey into neuroscience and how becoming a mom piqued her interest in the parental brain.
Together, they explore the significant neuroplasticity that occurs with parenthood, the importance of understanding these changes, and practical tools to support emotional regulation.
If you're a mom looking to embrace motherhood authentically while nurturing both your and your baby's brain, this episode is a must-listen.
Join Kaili and Rocio as they uncover the beauty and complexity of the parental brain and offer actionable insights to thrive in those early years of parenting.
00:00 Introduction to Mothering From Within

01:15 Meet Rocio: Neuroscientist and Mother

02:06 Discovering the Parental Brain

04:44 The Science of Neuroplasticity in Parenthood

07:55 Coping with Parenting Challenges

17:37 Tools for Emotional Regulation

21:20 Finding Joy in Parenthood

27:43 Closing Thoughts
To learn more about the programs & support that Rocio offers:

• Rocio's Website
• Rocio's Instagram

Stay in Touch With Kaili

• Kaili's Website
• Kaili's Instagram

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