Becoming a mother is more than pregnancy, birth, and caring for a newborn—it's a profound transition that affects your identity, relationships, brain, emotions, and everyday life. Known as matrescence, this often-overlooked stage helps explain why motherhood can feel both joyful and overwhelming. In this blog, Occupational Therapy student Sydney Hillis explores the science behind matrescence and shares how understanding this transition can foster self-compassion and help mothers access the support they need.
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