How societal pressures shape motherhood

Part 3: Societal Change

There are many hidden forces at play that shape a new mother's identity, biology and physical self. Melissa Hogenboom, BBC science journalist and author, explores the way societal expectations and cultural norms change the motherhood experience. She takes a journey with her family to her homeland, to understand why the Dutch are more relaxed when it comes to parenting.

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20 April 2022