Matrescence describes the broad transition into motherhood: changes in identity, body, relationships, responsibilities, values, and the way you move through the world.
Counselling can help you make sense of what is changing while staying connected to the parts of yourself that still matter.
This support may include
- Identity shifts and the pressure to become a particular kind of mother
- Boundaries with family, community, work, and cultural expectations
- Ambivalence, guilt, resentment, or grief for a former life
- Rebuilding agency, support, and a sustainable sense of self
What to expect
- The work is not about optimizing motherhood. It is about understanding your experience and identifying choices that fit your life and values.
- Language and final service scope will be confirmed during the practice-opening review.
Questions about this support
Is matrescence a diagnosis?
No. It is a term used to describe the transition into motherhood and the many changes that can accompany it.
Can I seek support years after becoming a parent?
The effects of a major identity transition do not follow a fixed timeline. Final eligibility and fit will be discussed during consultation.