"A groundbreaking exploration of the parental brain that untangles insidious myths from complicated realities, Mother Brain explodes the concept of "maternal instinct" and tells a new story about what it means to become a parent. Chelsea Conaboy delves into the neuroscience to reveal unexpected upsides, generations of scientific neglect, and a powerful new narrative of parenthood"-- Provided by publisher.

At the flip of a switch -- The making of a mother's instinct -- Attention, please -- Our babies, our selves -- The ancient family tree -- Inclined to care -- Start where you are -- The one in the mirror -- Between us.