Episode #25: The evolution of matrescence – with Jenn Donovan

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Matrescence is defined as the process of becoming a mother.
It is the physical, psychological, emotional, social, and spiritual transformation women go through when we become mothers.

But does matrescence ever end?

Is it finite like adolescence?

In my opinion matrescence lasts a lifetime. As our children change, we change; and matrescence evolves.

In this episode of The Tough Mothers Podcast, I delve deeper into the evolution of matrescence with Jenn Donovan, who recently experienced a life-changing transition in her motherhood journey when her youngest child finished high school.

Key takeaways from this episode of the Tough Mothers Podcast:

♥    Matrescence is a lifelong transformation for mothers

♥    Our children’s phases and transitions will change us as women, and our role as mothers

♥    Every mother’s matrescence journey is different

In this episode you will learn: 

[Timestamps]

[3.45] Jenn talks about her struggle: what is my motherhood role now?

[5.00] Matrescence changes are small and incremental, and they all add up.

[7.57] Each phase of matrescence changes our role as mother; there’s an invitation to decide what our role as mother looks like.

[11.00] How our relationship with our children transforms as they change, and we change.

[13.55] Some things never change, like worrying about your kids.

[15.30] The importance of keeping a sense of self in motherhood.

[17.15] Remembering what else is important to us and focusing on that too.

[20.15] How to enjoy the moments of motherhood, even when there seems to be no joy.

[27.30] Moving through matrescence – there are more phases than we realise, and every mother’s experience is different.

[28.45] Give yourself permission to go with the flow and make mistakes.

MENTIONS, MORE INFO and SUPPORT

♥ Read Jenn Donovan’s vulnerable and beautiful article: It’s OK to grieve the different stages of parenthood

♥ Learn more about matrescence and how you can truly thrive during all phases of your matrescence journey, with our  TOUGH MOTHERS COURSES .

We implement a three-step framework to:
1) Help you understand how matrescence changes you, your brain and your mind
2) Show you how you can use these changes to create more mental space, to truly thrive in motherhood.
3) Teach you simple, science-based exercises you can easily modify to your unique self (and to fit into your busy day) to create more mental space, feel more fulfilled and be a truly happy mother.

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If the topics in this episode are triggering for you, or if you need support, please contact your doctor or local mental health service. Simply Google “mental health help”.