1. DEFINING BRAIN HEALTH AND HEALTHY BRAIN HABITS
Six Core Topics These themes are first introduced during pregnancy and then revisited after delivery with practical, real- life examples for application, which are called weekly “challenges.” Each topic is broken down into small, relatable segments that make brain science easy to understand and the tools simple to use. Each topic is grounded in science but brought to life with everyday wisdom; because brain health shouldn’t feel like another item on a to-do list. It’s about feeling recognized and supported as participants move through the beautiful, messy, and demanding moments of motherhood. These evidence-based themes were chosen with care to help mothers survive the chaos and reclaim calm, clarity, and a sense of connection with their families and themselves.
The program begins with the most important relationship of all: the relationship mothers have with their own brains. + Brain Health Empowerment: Mothers play an active role in the well-being of their brains. That’s not pressure; it’s power. + Brain Health Myth-Busting: Common myths, like “Mom brain means you’re losing your intelligence,” or “You should be able to handle everything on your own,” are debunked and replaced with truths that foster self-compassion and remind mothers that brain changes are normal, temporary, and manageable with support. + Positive Brain Health Habits: Simple, achievable tasks, such as deep breathing, taking moments of rest, or pausing screen time, can be practiced daily to nourish the brain, both inside and out.
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28 | RESILIENT MINDS: SUPPORTING MATERNAL BRAIN HEALTH IN TIMES OF CRISIS
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