Matrescence

Quick meaning: Matrescence is a noun meaning The process of becoming (and coming to inhabit the role of) a mother.

Meaning

The process of becoming (and coming to inhabit the role of) a mother.

Example Sentences

Thomas writes of matrescence as spiritual formation drawing analogies with the Judaeo-Christian tradition.

Matrescence as a distinctive marker of birth centre care is all about fostering the 'becoming mother' journey.

More recently, matrescence has re-entered the contemporary conversation through Alexandra Sacks, a reproductive psychiatrist and researcher, .

We're here specifically to prepare you for these changes, so that you can take on matrescence as a wise woman. We want you to be calm and excited, .

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include a-mothering, mothering, matronage, mummyhood, matrice, momhood.

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