Resources & Articles by Matrescence
Introducing Solid Foods: Navigating Parental Anxiety Around Health, Choking, and Allergies
Introducing solid foods to your baby should be an exciting milestone, but for many parents, it’s a cocktail of stress, fear, and overthinking. Between worries about allergies, choking, nutrition, and whether you’re doing it “right,” the transition from milk to real...
Parenting When You Have ADHD/Neurodivergence: Thriving in Parenthood with a Unique Brain
Parenting is hard. Parenting as a neurodivergent parent? That’s a whole different level of challenge. Between the forgotten appointments, sensory overload, and executive dysfunction, some days feel like survival mode. But here’s the thing—you bring something...
Parenting When You’re in a Bad Mood: Navigating the Tough Days with Grace
Parenting is a wild ride—one minute, you’re basking in the glow of a cute toddler giggle, and the next, you’re questioning your life choices as your child has a meltdown over the color of their sippy cup. And let’s be real—sometimes, you’re just not in the mood to...
Parenting When You’re Sick: How to Get Through the Hardest Days
Parenting is demanding on a regular day—but add in a fever, body aches, or just the sheer exhaustion of being sick, and it feels nearly impossible. There’s no pause button when you’re a parent. Whether you have a cold, the flu, or something more serious, parenting...
Tackling the Toddler Years: Coping with Emotional Outbursts and Tantrums
Parenting toddlers is like stepping into a whirlwind of emotions, energy, and unpredictability. One moment your little one is laughing uncontrollably, and the next, they’re in full meltdown mode over the wrong color cup. It’s a challenging yet rewarding stage that...
The Power of Small Moments: Building Emotional Connection with Your Child
Parenthood is filled with milestones—the first smile, first steps, first words. But some of the most profound connections happen in the tiny, everyday moments. These small interactions, when approached with intention, can create a foundation of trust, love, and...
Creating a Support Network: Why Community is Vital for New Parents
Being a new parent is a wild ride. It’s exhilarating, exhausting, and sometimes downright overwhelming. But here’s a secret that seasoned parents know: you don’t have to go it alone. Building a support system is one of the most important things you can do for...
Finding Your Identity Again: Self-Rediscovery After Becoming a Parent
Becoming a parent is a beautiful, life-altering experience. It’s also a whirlwind that can leave you feeling like you’ve lost a piece of yourself. Between diaper changes, bedtime routines, and the constant quest to keep tiny humans alive and thriving, it’s easy to...
Overcoming New Mom Guilt: Embracing Imperfection in the Journey of Motherhood
Motherhood is one of life’s most profound and transformative experiences. It’s filled with love, cuddles, and moments of pure joy. Yet, alongside these tender moments, there’s another, less celebrated feeling that many new mothers face: mom guilt. Whether it’s...
OCD During Pregnancy: A Guide for Moms-to-Be
Pregnancy is often portrayed as a time of glowing anticipation and joy. But for many expectant mothers, it can also bring unexpected challenges, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). If you’ve been experiencing intrusive thoughts or compulsive behaviors,...
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