Resources & Articles by Matrescence

This blog covers supporting someone after the loss of a baby, what to say, how to help and things to avoid saying.

Let’s get real—most of us want to raise confident, kind, emotionally healthy little humans. But how we do that? That’s where it can get tricky, especially when we’re juggling work, mental load, sleepless nights, and our own childhood stuff that occasionally shows up...

You’re never alone… and yet, you feel lonelier than you ever imagined.  Welcome to the strange and complicated world of loneliness in motherhood—where you’re surrounded by little people 24/7, but somehow feel completely disconnected from your old self, your...

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....

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....

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...

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...

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...