Breastfeeding has a positive effect on postnatal depression and bonding between mothers and their babies. Breastfeeding also has positive implications for neuroprotection in babies of depressed mothers. Read More
Researchers have identified a strain of E.coli in the guts of female mice that cause them to neglect their offspring. The study shows a direct link between the microbiome and maternal behavior. Read More
New research that simultaneously measures brain activity in children and their parents offers insights into bonding. Read More
One hour long session with a cuddly seal-like social robot increased happiness, boosted oxytocin levels, and reduced pain in adults. Read More
Neuroimaging study reveals the neural basis for the motivation to reunite with the ones you love. The findings could lead to new therapies for disorders associated with social behaviors, and may also help explain why social distancing is so tough. Read More
Male patients on the autism spectrum who were given oxytocin for four weeks experienced improvements in social attachment behaviors for up to 12 months. Read More
Study supports the "male services hypothesis" which states males provide useful services as caregivers for the offspring and defending territory against intruders, while females are more involved in relationship management. Read More
Greater maternal involvement upregulates the oxytocin system in their babies. Read More
Study sheds light on the olfactory importance of the smell of a newborn baby's head and mother-child bonding. Read More
Mothers who reported higher levels of parental stress had less synchrony in brain activity with their young children than moms who were more stress-free. The findings shed new light on how parental stress can impact the mother-child relationship on a day-to-day basis. Read More
A new article considers why losing a dog can be harder for some to deal with than losing a close friend or family member. Read More
Researchers reveal lullabies help sooth both baby and mom simultaneously. Additionally, playing music to babies help increase their attention and positive displays of emotion to their mothers. Read More
