Matrescence: The Emotional Transition We Haven't Been Talking About Enough Matrescence is one of the most profound developmental transitions a person can go through—yet it’s rarely named or understood. Understanding Matrescence Coined by anthropologist Dana Raphael, matrescence describes the physical, emotional, hormonal, and identity shifts...
Why Postpartum Mental Health Matters More Than You Think Becoming a parent is often framed as a joyful milestone—but the reality is far more complex. For many, the postpartum period brings emotional, physical, and psychological changes that can feel overwhelming, disorienting, and even isolating. Postpartum...
How Therapy Can Help You Feel More Like Yourself Again After Baby Becoming a parent changes everything—your routines, your body, your relationships, your identity. Amid all those changes, it’s common to look in the mirror or sit in the quiet of a nap time and...
The Value of Postpartum Preparation: Supporting Your Mental Health Before Baby Arrives Becoming a parent is one of the biggest life transitions you’ll ever experience. Amidst the excitement of setting up the nursery, choosing baby names, and attending prenatal appointments, it’s easy to focus primarily...