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Interview with Dr. Akira Ikegawa & Ms. Yuko Igarashi: Prenatal Memory: Research from Japan

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Keywords

prenatal memory, obstetrics, prenatal and perinatal psychology, consciousness studies, prenatal education, parenting, prenatal communication, global awareness, prenatal wellness, emotional development


Summary

In this enlightening conversation, obstetrician Dr. Akira Ikegawa and Ms. Yuko Igarashi delve into the fascinating realm of prenatal memory, exploring its implications for parenting and obstetric practices. They discuss how children can express memories from before birth, share remarkable stories from Dr. Ikegawa’s research, and highlight the importance of communication between parents and their unborn children. The

conversation also touches on the global impact of their work, the establishment of the Prenatal Memory Global Project, and the significance of organizations dedicated to prenatal awareness.


Takeaways

  • Prenatal memory includes experiences before birth and conception.
    • Children may typically express prenatal memories between ages 2 and 5.
      • Dr. Ikegawa’s research found that some children in Japan expressed choosing their parents before birth.
        • Effective communication with babies in the womb can enhance emotional development, attachment, and bonding.
          • Prenatal communication may lead to smoother childbirth experiences.
            • In Dr. Ikegawa’s research, children who experienced prenatal communication tended to be kind and compassionate and their birth
              • parents experienced less postpartum depression.
              • The Prenatal Memory Global Project aims to raise awareness of the impact of prenatal experiences and memories worldwide.
                • Organizations like the Prenatal Memory Education Association promote understanding of prenatal memory.
                  • Cultivating as positive an environment as possible during pregnancy is helpful for a child's development.


                    • Guest Contact

                    Dr. Akira Ikegawa: https://akira-ikegawa.com/en/

                    Ms. Yuko Igarashi: https://www.clear-mind.net/english

                    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@prenatalmemory5398


                    Host Contact

                    Dr. Stephanie Dueger: [email protected]

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