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As a mom, you know when something feels off with your child. Maybe they’re not eating right, sleeping through the night, or aren’t themselves. And often, you’re right \u2013 there’s something wrong. But sometimes, it’s hard to tell what’s going on and whether you should trust your gut instinct or take your child to the doctor. So how do you know when to go with your parenting instincts? Here are a few tips.<\/p>\n

It can be difficult to know when to trust your parenting instincts. After all, you’re not a parenting expert, and you probably have plenty of people giving you their own opinion on what you should do. But your instincts are there for a reason\u2014they’re based on years of experience and knowledge you’ve acquired as a parent. So here are some situations when it’s especially important to trust your parenting instincts.<\/p>\n

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Our mother’s instincts are always right?<\/h2>\n

For a long time, experts believed that a mother’s devotion to her child is unconditional, but according to new research, mothers’ instincts are not always right. Recent studies have shown that some mothers had been wrongfully accused of abusing their children when they did the best thing for the baby.<\/p>\n

Mothers are often considered to have a special intuition for their children. This intuition is said to guide them through everything from potty training to help their children navigate the teenage years. However, is this intuition always accurate? There are certainly times when mothers’ instincts lead them astray, but there are also plenty of cases where following those instincts has made all the difference for a child. We’ll explore some examples of when mothers’ instincts proved invaluable and some cases where they could have used a bit more guidance. We hope that by reading this post, you’ll feel empowered to trust your maternal intuition \u2013 even when it seems like everyone else disagrees.<\/p>\n

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What are examples of maternal instincts?<\/h2>\n

Maternal instincts are hardwired into many women and can be defined as the natural drive or need to protect and care for one’s offspring. While not all women experience maternal instincts, those who do often feel an intense pull to nurture their children from the moment they learn of the pregnancy. While there is no precise definition of maternal instinct, it is generally accepted that it is a complex mix of emotions<\/a> and behaviors that motivate a woman to care for her young. While scientists have yet to agree on a single cause of maternal instinct, several theories explain its origins. Some believe that it is an innate response developed over time as humans evolved to protect their young; others suggest it may be due to hormonal changes or even epigenetics.<\/p>\n

Maternal instincts are powerful forces that drive mothers to do what is best for their children. Though there is no agreed-upon definition of maternal instincts, these usually urges manifest as an over-whelming desire to protect and care for one’s offspring. While all mothers exhibit different maternal instincts, five examples of universal ones are here.<\/p>\n

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  1. Protecting your child from danger: This may be the most fundamental maternal instinct of all. Mothers will often go to great lengths to keep their children safe, even if it means putting themselves in harm’s way.<\/li>\n
  2. Providing for your child: From early on, mothers instinctively want to make sure their children have everything they need, including food, clothing, and shelter.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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