Nesting is a phenomenon documented in pregnant women where they develop an impulse to clean, organize and otherwise prepare for the birth of their babies.
While it manifests differently from one woman to the next, the sudden burst of Marie Kondo joy-seeking is common enough to warrant its own label.
Reasons for nesting may vary, although according to Science Daily, there may be an evolutionary significance to the behavior, notably “providing a safe environment helps to promote bonding and attachment between both the mother and infants.” This evolutionary adaptation piqued my interest, particularly in reference to what I’ve been experiencing lately in my own life.
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