Tag: motherhood
-
15 Tweets That Perfectly Explain Motherhood
Many women look forward to the joys of motherhood well before they have children. Of course, being a mother isn’t just rainbows and butterflies. It can also make even the most devoted mom want to pull her hair out–as some reveal on Twitter But, that’s the duality of life – it’s a constant rollercoaster ride…
-
3 Red Flags That Can Create Postpartum Depression
A recent study discovered the risk factors associated with postpartum depression (PPD) symptoms. According to a survey of over 1.1 million mothers worldwide, first-time moms, mothers younger than 25, and mothers of twins have a heightened postpartum depression risk. According to researchers from the University of Virginia School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, and Flo…
-
A Stay-Home Mom Has the Hardest Job, According to Science
Whether you work outside or are a stay-home mom, you love your child and enjoy raising children. All parents work hard, but a stay-at-home mom seems to have the most demanding job of all. Editorial Note: Saying that stay-home moms have the most challenging job isn’t to downplay the experiences of working mothers, but those…
-
Science Reveals that Fetal Cells Remain in Mothers Long After Pregnancy
Scientists confirm that mothers and children share a biological connection known as fetal-maternal microchimerism. This means that a developing baby’s cells travel into the mother’s bloodstream and circulate back to the baby. The term microchimerism comes from the word chimera, mythical creatures made from various animals in ancient Greek mythology. In biology, it means “an…
-
Motherhood May Cause Premature Aging, According to UCLA Study
Most new mothers expect to lose sleep caring for their newborns. But, unfortunately, this can lead to premature aging. A new UCLA study reveals that sleep deprivation during motherhood may actually shave a few years off their life. Scientists studied 33 women between the ages of 23 and 45 during their pregnancies and their first…