Dr. Katie Stewart explores the concept of matrescence—the profound physical, emotional, psychological, and identity transformation that occurs when women become mothers. She discusses the many gains that accompany motherhood, including deeper purpose, unconditional love, personal growth, and resilience, while also acknowledging the losses that are often left unspoken, such as shifts in identity, independence, relationships, career ambitions, and personal freedom.
Feeling the Stress of Someone Else
June 25, 2026