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Why is it that mothers feel a sense of pleasure when they take care of kids, moreso than men?

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

Specializes in Nutrition

Bonding: Different type of bonding. The baby was in the mother growing for 9 months. When the child is delivered there is a special bonding between mother and child that is unique to them.

Answered 12/16/2012

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