Mom Brain Is NOT Permanent (Here’s How to Fix It)
From Enlightening Motherhood by Emily Hamblin & Ashley Schultz
March 30, 2026 · 38 min
About this episode
This episode discusses the misconceptions around 'mom brain' and offers insights from neurologist Dr. Sui Wong on improving brain health through various lifestyle changes.
“Mom brain” gets talked about like it’s a permanent loss, but what if that’s not actually true? In this episode, Emily sits down with neurologist Dr. Sui Wong to unpack what’s really happening in the brain during seasons of sleep deprivation, chronic stress, and the intensity of parenting. They explore why so many moms feel foggy, forgetful, and mentally drained, and more importantly, what can actually be done about it. This conversation goes beyond surface-level advice. Dr. Sui shares how brain health is deeply connected to sleep, nutrition, emotional regulation, and daily habits, and how small, realistic shifts can begin to restore clarity, energy, and cognitive function over time. They also talk about the role of blood sugar, stress cycles, and why what we’ve normalized as “just part of motherhood” may actually be something we can improve. If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost your sharpness, your memory, or even a part of yourself, this episode is both validating and empowering. Your brain is not broken, and you’re not stuck this way. Connect with Emily Hamblin: https://www.instagram.com/emilyhamblincoaching Want to learn more about brain health from Dr. Sui Wong? Sign up for…
People in this episode
Hosts: Emily Hamblin, Ashley Schultz
Guest: Dr. Sui Wong
Topics covered
- mom brain
- brain health
- sleep deprivation
- parenting
- cognitive function
- nutrition
- emotional regulation
Keywords
- mom brain
- sleep deprivation
- cognitive function
- brain health
- nutrition
- emotional regulation
- parenting
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