خرید و دانلود نسخه کامل کتاب انگلیسی Matrescence 2024

In Matrescence: On Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Motherhood, journalist Lucy Jones delves into the profound transformation women undergo during motherhood, a process she equates to adolescence due to its significant physical, psychological, and social changes. Drawing from her personal experiences and extensive research across neuroscience, evolutionary biology, psychoanalysis, and sociology, Jones introduces the concept of “matrescence” to encapsulate this metamorphosis.

She candidly discusses her own challenges, including postpartum depression and the societal pressures surrounding “natural” childbirth and breastfeeding, highlighting how cultural expectations often leave mothers feeling inadequate and unsupported.

Jones critiques the patriarchal and capitalist structures that contribute to the isolation and unrealistic standards faced by new mothers. She advocates for a broader understanding and acknowledgment of matrescence, emphasizing the need for societal support systems such as affordable childcare and comprehensive perinatal healthcare. By weaving together memoir, scientific insight, and social commentary, Jones aims to reshape the conversation around motherhood, urging recognition of its complexities and the necessity for systemic change to better support mothers during this transformative period.