Growing Parents

E4: Matrescence: Navigating the journey of motherhood, the mental load and finding oneself as a mother and woman with psychologist Bec Black

June 27, 2023 Season 1 Episode 4
E4: Matrescence: Navigating the journey of motherhood, the mental load and finding oneself as a mother and woman with psychologist Bec Black
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E4: Matrescence: Navigating the journey of motherhood, the mental load and finding oneself as a mother and woman with psychologist Bec Black
Jun 27, 2023 Season 1 Episode 4

In this episode of Growing Parents, I explore the transformative journey of matresence and its impact on modern mothers. Joining me is Bec Black, a maternal psychologist, who shares valuable insights on key aspects of the maternal experience.

1.     Bec unravels the meaning of matresence—the psychological and emotional changes during the transition to motherhood. Embracing this transformative period allows mothers to navigate the joys and challenges with confidence.

2.     We delve into the pressing issue of mental load—a burden frequently borne by mothers. Bec Black provides strategies for explaining, reducing, and sharing this overwhelming load, enabling mothers to reclaim their time and restore balance.

3.     Addressing postnatal anxiety, Bec Black discusses causes, symptoms, and duration. She offers guidance on managing and seeking help, prioritising mothers' mental well-being.

4.     Throughout the episode, Bec Black emphasises maintaining one's own identity as a mother and a woman. She shares practical tips for finding oneself amidst the demands of motherhood, fostering personal growth.

 

Join us for this empowering episode of Growing Parents as we explore matresence, mental load, postnatal anxiety, and finding balance in motherhood. Gain valuable insights from expert maternal psychologist Bec Black and embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth as a modern parent.

 

Please note that these show notes provide a concise summary of the episode. For a more detailed discussion, listen to the full episode of Growing Parents with expert maternal psychologist Bec Black. Discover the perfect blend of information, humour, and real-life stories, catering to parents seeking self-development and best practices in raising children.

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Show Notes

In this episode of Growing Parents, I explore the transformative journey of matresence and its impact on modern mothers. Joining me is Bec Black, a maternal psychologist, who shares valuable insights on key aspects of the maternal experience.

1.     Bec unravels the meaning of matresence—the psychological and emotional changes during the transition to motherhood. Embracing this transformative period allows mothers to navigate the joys and challenges with confidence.

2.     We delve into the pressing issue of mental load—a burden frequently borne by mothers. Bec Black provides strategies for explaining, reducing, and sharing this overwhelming load, enabling mothers to reclaim their time and restore balance.

3.     Addressing postnatal anxiety, Bec Black discusses causes, symptoms, and duration. She offers guidance on managing and seeking help, prioritising mothers' mental well-being.

4.     Throughout the episode, Bec Black emphasises maintaining one's own identity as a mother and a woman. She shares practical tips for finding oneself amidst the demands of motherhood, fostering personal growth.

 

Join us for this empowering episode of Growing Parents as we explore matresence, mental load, postnatal anxiety, and finding balance in motherhood. Gain valuable insights from expert maternal psychologist Bec Black and embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth as a modern parent.

 

Please note that these show notes provide a concise summary of the episode. For a more detailed discussion, listen to the full episode of Growing Parents with expert maternal psychologist Bec Black. Discover the perfect blend of information, humour, and real-life stories, catering to parents seeking self-development and best practices in raising children.

Connect with us:

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Linkedin

Facebook