The brain rewires itself for motherhood. We now know more about how
Researchers have identified specific brain circuitry in mice that triggers maternal instincts and makes caring for offspring rewarding. The study highlights how hormones like prolactin interact with the medial preoptic area to drive parenting behaviors.
Tim Clayton/Getty Images The brain rewires itself for motherhood. We now know more about how Published: July 22, 2026 3:27pm EDT https://theconversation.com/the-brain-rewires-itself-for-motherhood-we-now-know-more-about-how-287175 https://theconversation.com/the-brain-rewires-itself-for-motherhood-we-now-know-more-about-how-287175 Link copied Share article Share article
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