Pre-birth memories are recollections some children and adults describe of the time before they were born, such as choosing a family or knowing the life ahead. They are reported in many cultures and studied by a small number of researchers. Whether they are literal memories or imagination remains open, and many families simply treasure them.
Why It Matters
These accounts raise questions about where we come from and why we are here. Many people find them a gentle doorway into thinking about the soul's journey.