Evidence for prenatal learning and memory formation, including habituation to stimuli, recognition of familiar sounds, and retention of experiences across birth.
Example: Newborns showing preferences for stories read to them during pregnancy, suggesting that prenatal auditory learning influences postnatal behavior and recognition.
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