When it comes to pregnancy and the postpartum period, there are so many things that happen in your body – and mind, too. One of which has been dubbed 'baby brain', which is basically shorthand for ...

"Mom brain" and "pregnancy brain" are colloquial terms used to describe observable cognitive changes like forgetfulness and mental fog that are often reported during pregnancy and postpartum periods.

Almost all of the gray matter in the brains of women changes during pregnancy, according to a recent study, and these changes ...

Many parents think the school years matter most for neurological development, but a UVA expert says the biggest gains start much earlier.

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Before age 5, a baby's brain grows rapidly, undergoing a uniquely important moment in development. Yet, many don't understand just how critical it is for setting a person's foundation for thriving.