Pre-natal - Newborn Development
True or False, maternal stress does NOT impact the baby.
FALSE
True or False, learned helplessness is cause by lack of intelligence.
FALSE
Name 2 ways you are able to bond with your baby BEFORE birth.
-positive affirmations including " YOU ARE"
-reading to them
-listening music/singing to them
-belly massages/touch when they're kicking
-etc...
Which of the following best describes learned helplessness?
A. choosing not to act because of lack of motivation
B. Feeling powerless to change a situation after repeated failures, even when success is attainable
C. Being lazy
B. Feeling powerless to change a situation after repeated failures, even when success is attainable
Positive affirmations with newborns help activate their _____ which aid in ______ ________.
A. Cortisol;Higher Stress
B. Neurons;Cognitive Development
C. Rhythm;Social Life
B. Neurons;Cognitive Development
Name 1 example of learned helplessness
-low voter turnout in Black & Brown communities
-generational poverty
-underserved school systems
-domestic violence survivors
-not seeking healthcare due to racism
-etc...
-systemic racism
-social isolation/lack of social support
-lack of resources
-low socioeconomic status
-etc...
What are some consequences of learned helplessness?
-staying in a cycle/not getting out of bad situations
-low self-esteem/low confidence
-stress/anxiety/depression
-interpersonal relationships
-impact on physical health
-etc...
What can be done to limit maternal stress?
-systemic changes
-improve access to care
-more social support
-culturally competent healthcare providers
-advocacy
-etc...
What are some ways to overcome learned helplessness?
-recognizing patterns/acknowledging it
-set small achievable goals to help build confidence
-practice self-compassion
-seek support/guidance
-etc...