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To facilitate the movement of the baby out of the birth canal. All of the neurons have formed, but that are few neuroglia cells and the brain tissue is unmyelinated. This decreases the size of the head so it can travel through the birth canal. After that it increases in mass through the addition of more neuroglia cells, myelination, and connections between neurons.

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The brain continues to grow after birth due to neuroplasticity, which is the brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections. This growth is driven by experiences and environmental stimuli that help shape the structure and function of the brain throughout life.

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Yes.

Lots during the first year or two,

slowly up to the age of about 20,

and very slowly for the rest of your life.

Note that after say 18 or 20 cells are dying much faster than new ones are made.

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