Her words, "It doesn't feel like we were meant to do it this way," resonated with the experiences of many new mothers.
Just yesterday, I had a thought-provoking conversation with one of my postpartum clients—a remarkable first-time mom who also happens to be a scientist.
Her words, "It doesn't feel like we were meant to do it this way," resonated with the experiences of many new mothers.
Today I read this article that supports our soul fulfilling chat.
The sense of isolation and yearning for a supportive community is something I have heard from every mother I have ever chatted with in America.
Dr. Nikhil Chaudhary's research adds weight to this sentiment. "Throughout our species' history, mothers likely had more support than they do in Western countries today. "
This revelation, gleaned from the article "Hunter-Gatherer Approach to Childcare Suggests That the Key to Mother and Child Well-being May Be Many Caregivers," reinforces the importance of a community-based approach to caregiving.
I can't help but reflect on how every mother I have personally worked with comes to this realization when caring for her newborn at home. I certainly did, particularly after returning home from living in South Africa and Tanzania.
The article further underscores how Western societies often view childcare merely as a means to facilitate parental work commitments, leaving parents without the respite they need.
Parents today face unique pressures, unlike anything in human history, due to a lack of support.
