Hormonal Shifts in Parenting
Becoming a parent triggers significant hormonal changes, notably a nearly 50% decrease in testosterone for expecting fathers, alongside increased estradiol and prolactin levels. These shifts not only contribute to the phenomenon of the "dad bod" but also influence behaviors, steering individuals towards parenting rather than reproductive activities. Interestingly, the duration of these hormonal changes can be affected by the father's proximity to the newborn, highlighting the complex interplay between biology and parenting roles.In this clip
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The Science of How to Optimize Testosterone & Estrogen | Huberman Lab Podcast #15
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