About this episode

Emily Cleghorn and Dr. Angele Close discuss the concept of matrescence and its relation to trauma in motherhood.

In this powerful episode, host Emily Cleghorn welcomes clinical psychologist Dr. Angele Close to explore the transformative concept of matrescence — the profound physical, emotional, and psychological journey of becoming a mother. Drawing from her own experience parenting a neurodiverse child, Angele reveals how unresolved trauma resurfaces during motherhood, not as failure, but as an invitation to heal. She introduces her practical HEAL framework and Internal Family Systems therapy as accessible tools for self-compassion. A deeply affirming conversation reminding every mama that struggling doesn't mean broken — it means human.Connect with Angele: https://www.drangeleclose.com/unburdening-motherhood-book If you’re ready to go deeper and connect with a community of women who get it, I’d love to invite you into the Rising Room—our safe space for mamas navigating healing, growth, and motherhood after trauma. https://www.patreon.com/c/MamahoodAfterTrauma 💬 And if you’ve got a story, insight, or wisdom to share, I’m always looking for new voices for the podcast! You can connect with me on Podmatch to be a guest and share your experience with our growing community…

People in this episode

Host: Emily Cleghorn

Guest: Dr. Angele Close

Topics covered

• matrescence
• motherhood
• trauma
• emotional regulation
• self-compassion
• neurodiversity

Keywords

• matrescence
• motherhood
• trauma
• HEAL framework
• Internal Family Systems
• self-compassion
• neurodiverse parenting

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Rising Room, Podmatch, Mamahood After Trauma

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