Imagine it: as a mom, you’ve just done the most incredible thing by bringing life into this world. But instead of focusing on the amazing power of your body, too often you end up picking yourself a...

We asked, you answered. As we look back on the mamas we featured in 2023, we highlight the best, most vulnerable, and most inspiring answers to the question: "What was the most unexpected part of y...

December Inspiration from our Founder, Raquel Nowak, on our Year in Review

Julia Sarewitz and Victoria Trinko met in a graduate school course specifically focused on the concept of matrescence. As they bonded over their shared interests, they found themselves wondering wh...

Move over, Oprah! The all-mom team at Matrescence has compiled our own list of "favorite things" for the holiday season so that you can treat yourself and cross some goodies off your gift list. Mak...

Maybe you’ve heard the term. Or maybe it’s brand new to you. Either way, you might be wondering: what is Matrescence?

Artist, dancer, teacher and more - Lola Toney’s energy can be felt in every word she shares. The D.C. based mama of two shares her powerful outlook on self care, parenting, and using beauty as a ve...

Pregnancy and postpartum bring on a whirlwind of changes, and our skin is no exception. Hormones, sleep, stress, and diet can lead to a variety of skin issues. On the blog, we’ve compiled our best ...

Navigating the holidays when you’re a mama can be as overwhelming as it is enjoyable. Our all-mom team at Matrescence is sharing their best tips for how to navigate this season with grace, take in ...

Mom of two and former therapist Alyson Hempsey is full of incredible advice for the new mom, from balancing motherhood and work, to navigating mom guilt, to reparenting yourself. The owner of The H...

November Inspiration from our Founder, Raquel Nowak, On Gratitude.