Resources & Articles by Matrescence
Postpartum Rage vs. Parental Anger: What’s the Difference and Why No One’s Talking About It
You’ve probably heard about the baby blues. Maybe even postpartum depression or anxiety. But there’s another emotion that creeps in for many new parents—and it’s not often talked about. It’s anger. Big, hot, can't-believe-this-is-coming-out-of-me kind of anger....
Tips for Traveling with Young Children: Surviving (and Even Enjoying) the Journey
Let’s be honest—traveling with toddlers isn’t exactly a vacation for the parents. It’s more like a relocation with snacks, tantrums, and an entire suitcase dedicated to tiny clothes and emergency wipes. But here’s the thing: it can be done. It can even be fun....
How Long Do Intrusive Thoughts Last?
Welcoming a new baby into your life brings a whirlwind of emotions—joy, exhaustion, love, and sometimes... unsettling thoughts. If you’ve experienced intrusive thoughts postpartum, you’re not alone. In fact, up to 80% of new mothersreport having these unwanted...
Surviving Newborn Stage: How To Navigate This Time
Bringing your baby home is one of the most magical moments of your life—but let’s be honest: it’s also one of the most exhausting. The newborn stage is beautiful, messy, and overwhelming all at once. Between round-the-clock feedings, unpredictable sleep patterns, and...
Partner Resentment After Baby Arrives Home
Welcoming a new baby into your life is an experience filled with love, wonder, and deep transformation. But alongside the joy, it’s common to feel overwhelmed—and even frustrated—with the person who’s supposed to be your closest support system: your partner. If you’re...
Words Of Encouragement After Miscarriage
Healing After a Miscarriage: Words of Encouragement for the Journey Ahead Losing a pregnancy is an incredibly difficult and emotional experience, and the journey through grief can feel isolating. For many, the pain of a miscarriage can leave a deep ache in their...
What To Say To Someone Who Had A Miscarriage: Quotes
What to say to someone who had a miscarriage quotes edition: When someone you love experiences a miscarriage, words can feel both incredibly important and impossibly inadequate. You want to comfort them, but you don’t want to say the wrong thing. It’s a delicate...
Words Of Comfort After A Miscarriage
Words of Comfort for Miscarriage: What to Say When There Are No Words Experiencing a miscarriage is a deeply personal and often isolating loss. It can bring waves of grief, confusion, guilt, and silence—especially when those around you don’t know what to say or how to...
What To Say To Someone Who Had A Miscarriage: Offering Comfort and Support
Miscarriage, the loss of a pregnancy before 20 weeks, is a deeply personal and often unspoken grief. If someone you know has experienced this loss, their pain might feel invisible, making it difficult to offer comfort and support. But even during this emotional time,...
Leave Behind Gender Stereotypes: Can Men Experience Postpartum Depression?
Parenthood is a transformative journey that brings joy, love, and challenges. While postpartum depression is commonly associated with mothers, it's important to recognize that fathers can also experience this mental health condition. Let's challenge the gender...
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