Some of my favourite Matrescence resources
If you’re curious to find out more about matrescence, here are some handy resources to check out
In this quick, informative talk, reproductive psychiatrist Alexandra Sacks breaks down the emotional tug-of-war of becoming a new mother and shares a term that could help describe it: matrescence.
Amy Taylor-Kabbaz (who has been my own matrescence mentor and teacher) shares a wealth of easy to digest and relate to content. You can read her definition of matrescence, listen to her podcast or read her book Mama Rising.
Matrescence: On the Metamorphosis of Pregnancy, Childbirth and Motherhood
This book by Lucy Jones explores the profound changes women go through when becoming mothers, blending personal stories with science. Jones reveals how motherhood reshapes identity and challenges societal expectations, offering an insightful look at this life-changing journey.
Matrescence: the word with the power to transform motherhood
Here are my own thoughts on matrescence in a previous blog post I wrote.
I've created a free, self-paced guide to help you to reconnect with what really matters to you as a woman and as a mama as you move through matrescence which you can download here.
