Matrescence Explained: The Emotional, Mental & Identity Shifts of Motherhood
About this episode
This episode explores the emotional and identity shifts of motherhood through a conversation about matrescence with author Chelsey Scaffidi.
Motherhood changes everything…including the mother herself. In this episode, host Ciarra Morgan sits down with Chelsey Scaffidi, the author of The Mother Year, to discuss matrescence, the seasons of motherhood, and the profound identity shifts women experience when becoming mothers. As both a mother and attorney, she shares honest insight into the emotional, mental, and relational transformation that often accompanies motherhood, yet is rarely talked about openly. We discuss the invisible labor of motherhood, career identity, the emotional weight many mothers carry, and why understanding matrescence can help women feel less alone in the transition. This conversation is validating, thoughtful, and deeply encouraging for mothers in every stage of parenting. In This Episode We Discuss: What matrescence means The identity shifts of motherhood Emotional and mental changes after becoming a mother The different seasons of motherhood Career identity and motherhood The invisible mental load mothers carry Loneliness and overwhelm in motherhood Why mothers often feel pressure to “bounce back” How mothers can reconnect with themselves About Our Guest Chelsey Scaffidi is an author, attorney…
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