What Happens to Your Brain When You’re Sleep-Deprived With a Newborn

by Ally Cohen
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What Happens to Your Brain When You’re Sleep-Deprived With a Newborn

The sleepless nights of early parenthood are more than just exhausting, they can actually change the way your brain works. From memory lapses and mood swings to reduced concentration, sleep deprivation with a newborn affects far more than just your energy levels. It’s a biological response that can impact emotional regulation, decision-making and even your bond with your baby. But what’s really going on inside your brain when you’re running on fumes and sleep-deprived? Find out what science says about newborn-related sleep deprivation and how to protect your mental wellbeing in those blurry first weeks.

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