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How having a baby affects a mother’s brain: Work before babies vs work after babies

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A new study claims that ‘baby brain’ is a myth and women actually become better workers after having kids.

Despite the brain shrinking by up to seven per cent during pregnancy, scientists have now found that it later expands, enabling new mums to cope better with stress and acquire improved management skills.

This news will be of NO surprise to mothers who have returned to work after a stint on maternity leave. Personally, I find I am far more motivated and productive since having children.

Here are a few ways work is different before babies vs work after babies:

WORKING UNDER PRESSURE

Pre-babies

While your pre-baby self could cope with a stressful week in… Read the full story


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