The journey into motherhood is often not easy to describe. No, we aren’t talking about the birds and bees. In today’s episode, Dr. Marcy Crouch and Alyson Hempsey are talking about a phrase you have probably never heard before: Matrescence. And guess what? If you’re a mom (whether you birthed a baby, used a surrogate, or adopted), you have experienced matrescence first hand.
Dr. Marcy and Alyson describe their own experiences with matrescence and the feeling of losing your identity after becoming a mom. You will also hear about the symptoms of postpartum depression (PPD) and postpartum anxiety (PPA) as well as Alyson’s #1 tip for navigating matrescence…you have probably guessed it. Yes, SOULtime!
Mamas, it is okay to feel whatever it is you are feeling. Motherhood is hard. We are here to help you!
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Want to know more about the postpartum period and mental health? Check out this episode.
If you would like to learn more about maternal mental health, navigating matrescence, and learn how to reclaim your identity in motherhood, Alyson’s SOULtime guide is for you!
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