Motherhood changes more than your daily routine, it reshapes your identity, your brain, and your relationships. In this episode, Holly sits down with  Hayley Sanchez, therapist and founder of Matrescence Matters, to talk about matrescence, the often-overlooked developmental transition into motherhood.

They explore why so many women feel unprepared for this shift, the pressure to “get it right,” and what’s actually happening psychologically and biologically during this time. The conversation also touches on identity loss, comparison, relationship changes, and the question many mothers ask: “Will I ever feel like myself again?”

This episode offers a grounded, honest look at modern motherhood and a reminder that struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing.

Hayley Sanchez is a wife, mother of two boys, and therapist based in Michigan. She co-runs her private practice, Matrescence Matters, with her partner, where they support men and women throughout the journey to parenthood—from preconception to pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. Her work is rooted in non-judgmental, trauma-informed care, helping parents feel supported through the realities of modern motherhood.

Hayley enjoys connecting with her community, talking all things motherhood, and supporting moms through the highs and lows of parenting. Outside of her practice, she loves reading, gardening, and spending time by the lake.

Website: www.matrescencemattersmi.com
Instagram: @matrescencemattersmi

Dr Holly Batchelder

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