1988

David Chamberlain

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Theme

Birth Memory, Child Development

A synopsis suggesting that babies may remember birth experiences, challenging traditional developmental perspectives.

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1989

Thomas Verny

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Theme

Pre- and Perinatal Psychology, Development & Parenting

A foundational paper in Pre- and Perinatal Psychology (PPP) discussing fetal and perinatal consciousness, memory, and maternal environmental influences from a scientific perspective.

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1991

Thomas Verny

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Theme

Perinatal Care & Support, Maternal & Fetal Health

A critical examination of the psychological and physiological impacts of medical interventions on pregnant women and their unborn babies.

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1991

Jeane Rhodes

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Theme

Birth Memory, Empirical Research

A study examining children recounting birth experiences, building empirical foundations for research on prenatal and birth memory.

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1994

David Chamberlain

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Theme

Fetal Consciousness, Parenting Guidance

A theoretical paper proposing that the fetus is a sentient, perceptive being with agency.

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1998

Bruce H. Lipton

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Theme

Development & Parenting, Emotional Environment

A symbolic paper exploring how maternal states of “fear” and “love” during pregnancy affect fetal physiological set points.

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1998

William Emerson

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Theme

Fetal Consciousness, Maternal & Fetal Health

A study demonstrating the fetus’s extreme vulnerability to stress and external influences, highlighting the need for healing approaches.

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2001

Bruce H. Lipton

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Theme

Development & Parenting, Genetic & Environmental Influence

An investigation of gene-environment interactions at the cellular level, showing how prenatal emotional environments influence development.

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2005

Akira Ikegawa

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Theme

Prenatal Memory, Birth memories, Prenatal and perinatal psychology

This study summarizes the results of a survey on fetal and birth memories conducted among 3,601 Japanese children and reports that 33% recalled experiences from the fetal period.

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2005

Wendy Anne McCarty

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Theme

Perinatal Care & Support, Holistic Development

An integrative model viewing the fetus as a holistic being, showing how prenatal engagement shapes lifelong development.

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2005

Akira Ikegawa

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Theme

Prenatal Memory, Birth memories, Prenatal consciousness

This essay, drawing on the testimonies of children who remember their experiences in the fetus, discusses the importance of "emotional connection" in mother-child relationships and perinatal care. It examines how fetuses perceive their environment and their mother's emotions, and how this influences postnatal development and parent-child relationships, incorporating clinical experience and specific case studies.

10.11477/mf.1665100155

2011

Akira Ikegawa

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Theme

Prenatal Memory, Birth memories

This study examined the memories of three Japanese children regarding their time in the womb and their birth, analyzing the content of their statements, their parents' reactions, and challenges in the research methodology.

10.18936/islis.29.1_100

2011

OHKADO Masayuki

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Theme

Past lives, Intermediate lives, Reincarnation

This study compiles cases of spontaneous past-life memories among Japanese children and discusses the characteristics of natural memories, including birthmarks and behavioral traits.

10.20788/jmbs.20.1_33

2012

Akira Ikegawa

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Theme

Prenatal Memory, Birth memories, Prenatal and perinatal psychology

Based on the results of multiple studies, the prevalence of prenatal memories was statistically compared and trends were examined.

10.18936/islis.30.1_112

2012

OHKADO Masayuki

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Theme

Past lives, Intermediate lives, Reincarnation

This study compiles cases of Japanese girls reporting past-life memories in India and discusses the relationship between birthmarks and fear of fire.

10.20788/jmbs.21.1_17

2013

Akira Ikegawa

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Theme

Prenatal consciousness, Prenatal Memory, Birth memories, Past lives, Intermediate lives, Reincarnation

This study explores the purpose of life through children's memories of being in the womb, discussing it from both philosophical and empirical perspectives.

10.18936/islis.31.1_74

2013

OHKADO Masayuki

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Theme

Past lives, Intermediate lives, Reincarnation

This study compiles cases of Japanese children spontaneously reporting past-life memories and discusses the characteristics of natural memories, including birthmarks and experiences.

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2014

OHKADO Masayuki／Akira Ikegawa

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Theme

Past lives, Intermediate lives, Reincarnation

This study analyzes the cases of Japanese children who possess memories of the period between lives and summarizes the implications for consciousness research.

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2015

OHKADO Masayuki

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Theme

Prenatal Memory, Birth memories, Past lives, Intermediate lives, Reincarnation

This study summarizes the results of a large-scale survey in Japan on four types of memories: birth, prenatal, between lives, and past lives, and discusses their impact on parent-child relationships and child-rearing.

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2015

Akira Ikegawa

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Theme

Prenatal Memory, Birth memories, Prenatal consciousness

This research explores the meaning of "life" and "death" using prenatal and birth memories as clues. It theoretically and empirically examines how memories from before and after conception connect to the origin of consciousness and views on life.

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2015

Jeane Rhodes

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Theme

Birth Memory, Nonverbal Expression

An analysis of birth memories manifesting in bodily expressions, deepening understanding of nonverbal memory.

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2015

Akira Ikegawa

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Theme

Prenatal Memory, Birth memories, Prenatal consciousness

We examined the possibility that children's pre-birth memories might suggest changes in collective human consciousness.

10.18936/islis.33.1_94

2016

Marcy Axness

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Theme

Fetal Consciousness, Pre- and Perinatal Psychology

An investigation of how fetal-to-birth attachment formation affects the “existential yes/no,” exploring the origins of self-awareness.

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2016

OHKADO Masayuki

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Theme

Past lives, Intermediate lives, Reincarnation

This study examines the case of a boy who claims to be the reincarnation of his maternal brother-in-law, and discusses memories between lives, birthmarks, and the resolution of unresolved issues.

10.20788/jmbs.25.1_3

2017

OHKADO Masayuki

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Theme

Prenatal Memory, Birth memories, Prenatal and perinatal psychology

This study examined the cases of three Japanese children who recounted their memories of being in the womb and at birth, and summarized the content of their stories, their parents' reactions, and the implications for research methodologies.

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2018

OHKADO Masayuki

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Theme

Prenatal Memory, Birth memories, Prenatal consciousness, Psychology

This paper compiles cases in which memories of two children in the womb and between births led to spiritual transformation experiences in their mothers, and discusses their implications for consciousness research.

10.20788/jmbs.27.1_13

2018

OHKADO Masayuki

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Theme

Prenatal Memory, Birth memories, Prenatal and perinatal psychology

This paper proposes methods for investigating special memories such as prenatal memories, past-life memories, and memories between lives, as recounted by children, and discusses techniques to minimize the inclusion of implications and external influences.

10.18936/islis.36.2_104

2018

OHKADO Masayuki

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Theme

Prenatal and perinatal psychology, Prenatal Memory, Birth memories

This paper introduces a method for collecting children's prenatal and birth memories while minimizing external influences, and discusses its implications and how to address potential intrusions.

10.26717/BJSTR.2018.04.0001081

2018

Yuko Igarashi

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Theme

Prenatal Memory, Birth memories

Through my review of the film "Prenatal Memories of Children" (2016), I described the moment when prenatal memories become a bridge between inner awareness and cosmic consciousness.

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2019

OHKADO Masayuki

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Theme

Prenatal and perinatal psychology, Prenatal Memory, Birth memories

This paper summarizes the significance of building a database to systematically collect and analyze reports on prenatal, inter-life, birth, and past-life memories.

10.18936/islis.37.1_72

2019

Rev. Satoshi Ueda

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Theme

Midwifery, Prenatal Memory, Prenatal psychology, Psychotherapy, Meditation, Perinatal care

This book introduces practices that integrate spiritual midwifery, empty chair meditation, and prenatal memories, and discusses the potential for supporting clients through stress during pregnancy, childbirth, and throughout their lives, as well as the possibilities of deep communication with them.

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2019

Anne Goertz-Schroth et al.

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Theme

Perinatal Care & Support, Prenatal Bonding

Research showing that 20 weeks of Prenatal Bonding BA can reduce anxiety, improve birth experiences, and prevent postpartum depression.

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2020

Daisuke Oshioka、Yumina Ozaki

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Theme

Psychology, Prenatal Consciousness, Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology

This study analyzes the emotions and bodily sensations of the fetus within a developmental and sensory psychology framework, and discusses the importance of the mother's voice and touch.

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2020

OHKADO Masayuki

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Theme

Past lives, Intermediate lives, Reincarnation

This study compiles case studies of Japanese children with past-life memories related to abortion and discusses research on life continuity and emotional connections.

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2020

OHKADO Masayuki

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Theme

Prenatal and perinatal psychology, Psychology

This paper organizes the expansion and discussion of the concept of "prenatal memory" in Japan, and presents balanced proposals regarding criticisms and methodological challenges.

10.20788/jmbs.29.1_22

2021

Akira Ikegawa

Change: Birthing & Parenting at Times of Crisis

Theme

Prenatal consciousness, Prenatal and perinatal psychology

This paper organizes the quantum mechanical interpretation of prenatal memories and discusses the possibilities of consciousness and transformation during birth and crisis.

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2022

OHKADO Masayuki

Psi Encyclopedia

Theme

Past lives, Intermediate lives, Reincarnation

This study compiles an English summary article based on a 2011 case study on past-life memories in Japanese children, and discusses the characteristics of spontaneous past-life memories through cultural context and comparisons with international cases.

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2022

Akira Ikegawa

Womb to Thrive: The Missing Keys to Heal Yourself Your Family and the Planet

Theme

Prenatal consciousness, Prenatal Memory, Birth memories, Perinatal care

This paper examines how the sense of peace nurtured within the family spreads globally, linking it to prenatal memories, and discusses its social significance.

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2022

Akira Ikegawa、Yuko Igarashi、Yuko Tsuchihashi

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Theme

Prenatal Memory, Birth memories, Perinatal care

This study organizes methods for fostering awareness and empathy by helping parents understand prenatal memories, and discusses their educational and psychological significance.

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2024

Kumiko Ito

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Theme

Perinatal care, Psychology, Prenatal Memory, Birth memories

This paper organizes the therapeutic use of prenatal memories through Wonder Baby dialogues and discusses their impact on children, families, and society.

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2025

OHKADO Masayuki

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Theme

Past lives, Intermediate lives, Reincarnation

This study compiles cases of children who recount their memories as members of the Special Attack Unit during World War II, discussing their deep affection for their past-life lovers and their "unfulfilled desires," and presenting them as typical examples of regenerative cases involving strong emotions.

10.20788/jmbs.34.1_24

2025

Akira Ikegawa

Development of Self-Awareness and Wellbeing: Global Learning Challenges in a Shifting Society

Theme

Psychology, Prenatal Memory, Birth memories

This study connects research on prenatal memories to the development of self-awareness and well-being, theoretically and empirically organizing the process of consciousness growth, and discussing the potential educational and psychological applications of prenatal memories.

10.4018/979-8-3373-0360-4.ch002