Matrescence: The Realities of Motherhood with Lucy Jones

Today we’re diving into the profound biological, psychological and social shifts experienced when becoming a mother - a process known as "matrescence.” Jen sits down with science journalist, Lucy Jones, who experienced a seismic identity shift that arose after the birth of her first child.

Lucy and Jen unpack groundbreaking neuroscience research and they expose the deep-rooted myths and unrealistic expectations surrounding modern motherhood. From the minimizing of postpartum struggles to the pressure of "natural birthing" ideals, Lucy reveals how these systemic fictions can breed shame, isolation and maternal mental health crises.

Jen and Lucy discuss:

The concept of "matrescence" - the biological, psychological and social transition to becoming a mother that renders profound identity changes
How modern cultural myths and idealized notions of motherhood as blissful and "natural" can be deeply alienating and contribute to maternal mental health issues
The systemic lack of scientific research and societal rituals to prepare and support women through the seismic transformation of matrescence
The need to construct new narratives, share vulnerable experiences, and build community care around the modern realities of the matrescence

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CHECK OUT Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
➤ Matrescence by Lucy Jones - https://bit.ly/4dDYI83
➤ Foxes Unearthed by Lucy Jones - https://bit.ly/44E9Uxp
➤ Losing Eden by Lucy Jones - https://bit.ly/4byVO2k
➤ Dana Rafael (an American Anthropologist) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dana_Ra...
➤ “The Birth of a Mother” (A New York Times Article by Alexandra Sacks) - https://bit.ly/4bow0WK
➤ 2017 NIH Article on Pregnancy Leading to Changes in the Brain - https://bit.ly/3UAGiMK
➤ Of Woman Born by Adrienne Rich - https://wwnorton.com/books/Of-Woman-B...
➤ Andrea O’Reilly - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrea_...


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