Mum brain

Does anyone else still feel like their brain doesn’t work properly since having their baby?? I’m still so forgetful and manage to leave the key in our front door at least once a week 🤦🏻‍♀️ I feel like I struggle to get words out when having a simple conversation and for a while I’ve been worried that something’s wrong, but I just came across a forum about how “mum brain” can last for years!! I used to be so sharp and could answer anything, but now if someone asks me my favourite songs/films etc., my mind just goes blank. Pregnancy baby brain was nothing compared to this 😩

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No I'm the same I never remember where I've put anything 😂 I'm glad it's not just me I forget the silliest of things now to

@Abbie it’s so annoying! I work in a bar one day a week and I never made many mistakes before getting pregnant, and recently I’ve overcharged people and given wrong drinks 😭 luckily most are regulars and know me so they’re usually forgiving 😅

This 😅 I think it's because we've got so much to think about and remember!

@Becky definitely! It makes sense because I guess biologically speaking, your brain only cares about baby’s needs and keeping baby safe etc. like nothing else is “important” in a sense. I read that you lose grey matter (the part of your brain that controls memory, judgement, motor skills etc.) Quite interesting really, but it at least makes me feel less like I’m losing my mind! (well I have really, but at least it’s normal 🫣😂)

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