Masterclass on Mom Brain: The Neuroscience of Parenting and Perinatal Mental Health

Join us for a Masterclass by Dr Jodi Pawluski, PhD to explore the key transformations in the brain during the transition to parenthood and what this means for parenting.

This session will delve into the neurological changes throughout pregnancy and into the postpartum in both mothers and fathers and will provide insight as to the role of these changes in perinatal mental illness. Through real-world insights and practical stories, this masterclass will help social sector professionals, caregivers, and educators build a deeper understanding of the neuroscience of parenthood and learn how to create supportive interventions that foster resilience in parents, benefiting both parent and child.

Key Takeaways

• Develop awareness and understanding of how the brain changes across pregnancy in mothers
• Understand that the brain changes with fatherhood as well.
• Discover how to better promote mental health during the transition to motherhood. Relevant for whom

This masterclass is valuable for NGO leaders, social workers, policymakers, development professionals, and anyone looking to better understand how the transition to parenthood affects the brain.