In this episode of Pairings, Amile and Phoebe explore the cultural scripts shaping modern motherhood and the word every new mother seems to be whispering: Matrescence.

They reflect on the myths that romanticise motherhood, the physical and emotional realities often left unsaid, and the quiet pressures that continue to define what a “good” mother should be.

Along the way, they consider judgment and the burdens that women are still expected to carry.

This episode pairs well with:

• Matrescence by Lucy Jones
• Nightbitch by Rachel Yoder
• Motherland, series on BBC & Netflix
• A cheeky shot of Irish cream in your hot chocolate.
• Switching jobs for the maternity benefits.
• Choosing the right godparent for your kid.

Happy listening,

A&P

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