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  1. Apr 23, 2020 · The idea of maternal instinct is largely a myth, according to experts. Learn why it is not an innate or automatic response, but a learned and adaptable skill that anyone can develop with their child.

  2. May 28, 2021 · The idea that women have a natural instinct to care for children is a myth that can cause guilt and shame. Learn why maternal instinct is not real, how to cope with parenting challenges, and where to find reliable resources and support.

  3. Sep 13, 2021 · Maternal instinct is largely a myth, and relying on it can be harmful. Learn how to cultivate your strengths as a mom, seek out support, and avoid black-and-white thinking.

    • Sarah Garone
  4. May 9, 2018 · How does oxytocin, hormones, and social environment shape maternal behavior in humans and other animals? Explore the latest research and stories on motherhood, from mice to transgender dads.

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    • Sarah Gibbens
  5. How pregnancy and motherhood change a woman's body and brain at the cellular level. Learn about the fascinating research on fetal microchimerism, maternal instinct, and the evolution of parental care.

  6. May 19, 2023 · Maternal instinct is not a simple switch, but a complex process influenced by hormones, brain changes and social factors. Learn how mothers and other caregivers bond with babies and how evolution shaped the human family.

  7. Feb 11, 2022 · Maternal instinct is not a biological switch, but a process of hormonal and cue-based bonding, says Yale researcher Helena Rutherford. Learn how fathers, adoptive parents and other caregivers also undergo biological changes due to spending time with children.

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