Matrescence at work

Deborah Graham
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Ever heard of the word Matrescence? Nope, most people haven't. Matrescence at work explores the experience of parents, mostly mothers as they transition into parenthood and try to maintain their career and their sanity. Coincidence a lot of women end up starting a business? Maybe not? Join me, Deborah Graham, in hearing about what other people are doing, how they make it work and what we all might need to know.

  1. 1D AGO

    #20 Dr Eva Benmeleh on her professional insights and personal struggles

    In this conversation, Deborah Graham and Dr Eva Benmeleh explore the multifaceted journey of motherhood, discussing the challenges and triumphs that come with balancing family and career. They delve into the complexities of maternal mental health, the impact of perfectionism, and the importance of community support. Eva shares her personal experiences with postpartum depression and the evolution of her identity as a mother, emphasising the need for self-compassion and understanding in the parenting journey. The concept of matrescence is introduced as a framework for understanding the transformative experience of becoming a mother. In this conversation, Dr Eva Benmeleh discusses the importance of self-reflection through journaling, the complexities of maternal mental health, and the role of AI in providing support. She emphasises the impact of social media on mothers and shares insights about her practice, which focuses on helping individuals navigate their emotional challenges and reclaim their power in motherhood. Takeaways Two feelings can coexist in motherhood.Motherhood often leads to a loss of self-identity.Perfectionism can hinder the joy of parenting.Postpartum challenges are common and need to be addressed.Community support is crucial for mothers.Self-compassion is essential in the parenting journey.The relationship with one's own mother influences parenting styles.Matrescence is a critical concept in understanding motherhood.Mothers often feel societal pressure to be perfect.Finding balance between work and family is a continuous struggle. Journaling creates a space for self-reflection and emotional processing.Maternal mental health issues are prevalent and often misunderstood.AI can provide support but should be approached with caution.Social media can have both positive and negative impacts on mental health.It's important for mothers to seek help and support when needed.Self-reflection can help mothers understand their feelings and experiences.The pressure to be a perfect mother can lead to feelings of inadequacy.Eva's practice focuses on empowering individuals to reclaim their lives.Understanding one's emotional patterns is key to personal growth.Trusting oneself is crucial in navigating motherhood. You can find Dr Eva on her website www.drevabenmeleh.com On Instagram @dr.evebenmeleh or @the.matrescence.journals Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MatrescenceatworkPodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on instagram and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/matrescenceatwork/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgraham/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠

    33 min

  2. MAR 31

    #19 Deborah and the unexpected shift

    In this conversation, Deborah Graham and Deborah, the founder of DearMe, discuss the challenges and transformations that come with motherhood, particularly focusing on the concept of matrescence. They explore the transition from career-oriented life to motherhood, the struggles of postpartum experiences, and the importance of self-care. The discussion also touches on the impact of COVID-19 on work flexibility and the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship for mothers. In this conversation, Deborah discusses the evolving nature of work, emphasising the importance of flexibility and autonomy in the workplace. She shares her personal journey from redundancy to finding a fulfilling job that allows her to contribute meaningfully. Deborah also introduces her app, DearMe, designed to support mothers during the postpartum period by providing a safe space for journaling and emotional processing. The conversation touches on the challenges of motherhood, particularly regarding sleep and societal expectations, and highlights the need for better support systems for women in the workforce. In this conversation, Deborah Graham discusses the complexities of motherhood, including body image, postpartum expectations, and the importance of mental health. She reflects on her personal journey and the challenges faced by new mothers, emphasizing the need for supportive resources and community. The discussion also touches on monetizing passion projects and the desire to empower women through shared experiences. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the significance of acknowledging both the struggles and joys of motherhood. Takeaways You have to be adaptable in motherhood.Matrescence is a significant transition similar to adolescence.Postpartum challenges can be overwhelming but are common.Finding purpose in entrepreneurship can help during motherhood.Self-care is crucial for mothers to maintain mental health.COVID-19 has changed the work landscape for mothers.Women often feel guilt about taking breaks from their children.The journey of motherhood can lead to unexpected personal growth.Networking and skills developed over the years can empower women entrepreneurs.Work-life balance is essential for well-being and productivity. Good work can be done virtually.Flexibility is more than just where you log in.Navigating career transitions can lead to fulfilling opportunities.Networking is crucial in finding the right job.The idea for DearMe came from personal experiences.Building an app requires confidence and backing yourself.Employers should support women during maternity leave.DearMe aims to provide a safe space for mothers.Sleep challenges are common in motherhood.It's important to accept the realities of parenting. Motherhood brings significant changes to body image and self-perception.It's common for mothers to mourn their pre-baby bodies.Expectations around postpartum recovery can be misleading.Creating supportive resources for new mothers is essential.Reflections on motherhood can lead to personal growth and healing.Monetizing passion projects can be challenging but necessary for sustainability.Empowering women through shared experiences fosters community.Maternal mental health is often overlooked but crucial for well-being.It's important to acknowledge that it's okay to not be okay.Future plans should include building a supportive community for mothers.Learn about DearMe app, a maternal wellbeing app built for Mums. Website www.dearme.digital⁠ Instagram @dearmeapp.official Get a pre launch subscription of $39 ⁠https://dearme.digital/early-supporter⁠ Or reach out to Deborah directly deborah@dearme.digital Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MatrescenceatworkPodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on instagram and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/matrescenceatwork/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgraham/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠

    37 min

  3. MAR 24

    #18 Kirsty from healing herself to healing others

    Kirsty shares her perspective on motherhood. She was always destined to travel and not once, but twice, found out she was pregnant when she was on the cusp of a big trip. Initially returning home, Kirsty has found a way to continue the alternative lifestyle with her two kids. Kirsty used her experience in pregnancy to train as a corrective exercise specialist, initially to heal herself and is now focused on healing others. You can find Kirsty and Sacred Strength on Instagram and TikTok. Links are in the bio. Free ebook: https://stan.store/sacredstrength/p/get-my-free-ebook-now-fn6kgst7 Instagram: _sacred_strength_Tiktok: _sacred_strength Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MatrescenceatworkPodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on instagram and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/matrescenceatwork/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgraham/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠

    35 min

  4. MAR 17

    #17 A conversation with Jacinta

    Jacinta, an Australian of the year nominee is in the community trying to heal herself and heal others at the same time. In this conversation we discuss Matrescence and the impact that the journey to Motherhood can have on ones mental health.  Jacinta has experienced a lot of trauma through out her life and now living with Complex PTSD she finds herself connecting with other Mothers to help reduce the isolation she feels and in looking for purpose in helping others to overcome.  If you are interested in learning more about Just Another Girl Project and Moc Apparel, see the links below. www.justanothergirlproject.com.auwww.mocapparel.com.au Jacinta references domestic violence, postnatal depression, and complex PTSD. I encourage you to use your discretion in listening to this episode. If you are in need of support here are a few resources for you; Beyond Blue  1300 22 4636 Gidget Foundation For When 1300 24 23 22 Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MatrescenceatworkPodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on instagram and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/matrescenceatwork/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgraham/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠

    29 min

  5. TRAILER

    Introducing Matrescence at work

    Join Deborah Graham as she explores the experience of other women as they transition to Mother, what it's like rejoining the workforce once you're a parent and what we all want to know.

    3 min

  6. MAR 10

    #16 Emma on Motherhood and personal growth

    In this episode Emma Dolan shares her journey through motherhood, the concept of Matrescence, and practical tips on sleep and behaviour coaching for new mums. Discover how understanding these aspects can ease the motherhood transition and improve family well-being. You can find Emma on instagram @thegentleapproachsleep or Website: https://emmadolan.com Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MatrescenceatworkPodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on instagram and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/matrescenceatwork/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgraham/ ⁠⁠⁠

    33 min

  7. MAR 2

    #15 Kimberly: BAS, Bookkeeping and Baby

    Kimberly Beadle shares her story on what it’s like when you fall into contracting and then build a business with the possibility of having children being at the forefront of every decision you make. Learn more about Kimberley and Polished Business below polishedbusiness.com Follow and subscribe for advice, promotions and events on Instagram@polished_business, Facebook@PolishedBusinessAu, TikTok@polished_business or YouTube@PolishedBusinessAu Or find Kimberley and the team on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/kimberly-beadle-polished linkedin.com/company/polished-business Polished Business Platform Behind the scenes and building blocks for the Business, Boss & Books: Polished.group.app  Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MatrescenceatworkPodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on instagram and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/matrescenceatwork/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgraham/ ⁠⁠

    35 min

  8. FEB 23

    #14 Kelly's spark

    Kelly Ling, founder of Stork & Spark uses her experience in matrescence to support other women in their transition to Motherhood while they are navigating their work lives. Kelly shares her experience in returning to work, when her son was just 5 months old and how there was something that just didn't feel right about it. Leaning into her experience, Kelly started preparing herself for a career change and an exit from corporate life. You can keep up to date with Kelly below; LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellylingSubstack - https://substack.com/@kellyatstorkandspark Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MatrescenceatworkPodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠on instagram and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/matrescenceatwork/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgraham/ ⁠⁠

    37 min
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Ever heard of the word Matrescence? Nope, most people haven't. Matrescence at work explores the experience of parents, mostly mothers as they transition into parenthood and try to maintain their career and their sanity. Coincidence a lot of women end up starting a business? Maybe not? Join me, Deborah Graham, in hearing about what other people are doing, how they make it work and what we all might need to know.

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  • Creator
    Deborah Graham
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Deborah Graham
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    Matrescence at work