21 Why You Feel Like A Different Person Since Becoming a Mom
21 Why You Feel Like A Different Person Since Becoming a Mom  
Podcast: Mom's Guide to Finding Herself: Side Hustles, Hobbies, and Surviving While Parenting Young Children
Published On: Thu Feb 27 2025
Description: When was the last time you looked in the mirror and wondered who that stranger was staring back at you?You’re not alone! After becoming a mom, many women feel disconnected from their pre-mom selves, thinking something must be wrong with them for not feeling "whole," even with their precious little ones.In this episode, I'll introduce you to the concept of matrescence and show you why these feelings are not only normal but part of a beautiful transformation.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN:Why the transition to motherhood feels so similar to your teenage years, and how understanding this parallel can help you navigate this phase with more graceThe truth about "bouncing back" and why trying to return to your pre-mom self might be holding you back from growing into who you're meant to bePractical ways to find moments for yourself (even if it's just drinking hot coffee behind a locked bedroom door!) and why leaning on others isn't a sign of weaknessGet ready to make peace with the changes motherhood brings and start discovering the amazing person you're becoming!00:00 Introduction: Feeling Like a Different Person as a Mom00:14 Personal Experience: The Early Days of Motherhood01:21 Understanding Matrescence: The Transition to Motherhood01:35 Comparing Adolescence and Matrescence04:30 The Loneliness of Matrescence05:00 Rediscovering Yourself Post-Motherhood07:57 Embracing the New You09:17 Practical Tips for Self-Care12:20 Mindset Shifts for Growth13:41 Conclusion: Growth Through MatrescenceWhen you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @momidentityproject!While you’re there, make sure you follow me on Instagram so you can see behind the scenes how I help moms rediscover their identity & passions and find out how you can, too.Like this show? Pay it forward and share it with a friend.Love this show? Write a 5-star review — even one sentence ensures we keep bringing you the content you want to hear.Support the show to help keep episodes like this coming!Have a question or a story you want me to share on air? Leave me a 90 second or less voice message!Need some support reconnecting with yourself after becoming a mom? Book a Free Discovery Call to see if my services are the right fit for you.LEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD:WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM| FACEBOOK | TIKTOK | YOUTUBE