Neuromaternal: Spanish Audiobook on Pregnancy and the Maternal Brain
Neuromaternal is a Spanish-language audiobook by Dra. Susana Carmona about brain changes associated with pregnancy and motherhood. It discusses hormonal effects, neural adaptation, cognitive concerns and sex bias in biomedical research, in an unabridged recording narrated by the author.
At a glance
- Explores neural adaptations during pregnancy and motherhood, including the role and duration of hormonal changes.
- Addresses claims about cognitive deficits associated with motherhood and discusses sex bias in biomedicine and neuroscience.
- The listing describes research on maternal brain plasticity and its relationship to health and connection with the baby.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The unabridged format offers a substantial, single-volume listen at just over seven hours.
- The author is also listed as narrator, offering a consistent author-led presentation.
Cons
- The audio is in Spanish, so it is unsuitable for listeners who need an English-language edition.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 7 hours and 4 minutes |
| Language | Spanish |
| Narrator | Dra. Susana Carmona, see all |
| Author | Dra. Susana Carmona |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Penguin Random House Audio |
| Publication date | July 18, 2024 |
What to know before buying
- The listing presents the work as an evidence-informed discussion of pregnancy and motherhood. Its scientific claims are publisher descriptions, not an independent assessment of the research.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Spanish-speaking listeners interested in neuroscience and pregnancy or motherhood.
- Expectant or new parents seeking an audiobook discussing maternal brain changes and related cognitive questions.
Less suited to
- Listeners who need the audiobook in English or prefer a print edition.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the five-star category and a smaller share across lower categories. This suggests generally favorable reception but does not reveal what individual listeners praised or criticized, so buyers should judge fit by the Spanish narration and the neuroscience-focused subject matter.
Frequently asked questions
What language is this audiobook?
The listing identifies the language as Spanish. It is not an English-language recording.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 7 hours and 4 minutes.
Who wrote and narrates Neuromaternal?
Dra. Susana Carmona is listed as both author and narrator.
What topics does the audiobook cover?
The description discusses neural adaptations and hormones during pregnancy and motherhood, cognitive concerns, maternal health and sex bias in neuroscience.
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