Why Motherhood Changes You More Than You Expected (Matrescence Explained) | Sarah Veitenthal

Send Shannon A NoteIn this episode, Shannon chats with Sarah Veitenthal, a mom of four, former Montessori teacher, and doula, about the transformative journey of motherhood. Sarah shares her personal experiences with postpartum depression and the profound changes that come with matrescence and the 4th trimester. She highlights the importance of understanding these transitions, advocating for better postpartum care, and the critical support doulas can provide. Sarah's insights into maternal health and the challenges of balancing motherhood with personal well-being are eye-opening and supportive for all moms navigating this journey. Tune in for an honest and enlightening discussion about the realities of the early weeks, months, and years of the journey into motherhood. About Sarah:Sarah is a mother to four children and resides on a farm in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. She has a B.A. in Philosophy and an International Montessori Degree in Infant and Toddler Development. She was a Montessori Guide and Consultant for ten years, running an Infant and Toddler classroom and Parent Education forum. Sarah is also a Postpartum Doula, Birth Educator, and Maternal Specialist. After many years of working with parents and children together in a school setting, Sarah decided to create her own family minded business, called Madrona Wellness, in order to provide more specialized care for families with infants and young children. She focuses on simplistic parenting, Montessori ideals, natural healing for mothers, and whole body/ mind development for mothers and their children. She offers a variety of sessions that help families address issues that may arise within the parent/ child relationship. There are also sessions available to support any deviations that are found within a child's overall development. Sarah is a budding herbalist and enjoys growing herbs and foraging on her farm.Connect with Sarah:madrona-wellness.comInstagram @ madronawellnessFacebookReferenced in this Episode:The Book: The First 40 DaysSpeak, Mother is hosted by Shannon Warner, founder of Resonant Collective offering podcast launch, maintenance, and strategy services for truth-telling women.Follow @ResonantCollective on IG: https://www.instagram.com/resonantcollective/Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/podcastwithshannon/