The Re-Imagining Motherhood Podcast
Chelsea Robinson
If becoming a Mother (aka matrescence) is an invitation to expand, then why does it feel so restrictive at times? It's "supposed" to be hard, as is any life transition...but "this" hard? This hard is patriarchal Motherhood hard and we NEED to talk about it. So much of Motherhood feels like a "me problem" when in reality, it is much more of a "we problem". If you've been wondering why Motherhood feels so hard, let this podcast be the validation you need that there isn't anything wrong with you...burnout, depletion, overwhelm etc. are all potential symptoms of being a Mother within patriarchal Motherhood. It's time to stop pathologizing so much of Motherhood and give Mothers the words they need to describe their experiences. For if Motherhood is oppressive (Rich), then mothering can be empowering. Join Chelsea Robinson, licensed clinical social worker and founder of Mama's Modern Village, as she has crucial conversations that bridge together the researchers, scholars, changemakers and thoughtleaders in the Motherhood space with Mothers and those that support them, personally and professionally. Let these episodes be your weekly dose of hope, inspiration and motivation that you need to keep Re-Imagining Motherhood for yourself (and for Mothers everywhere).
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Apr 23, 2024 • 1h 6min
Episode 1: Andrea O'Reilly, Ph.D. - Patriarchal Motherhood and Matricentric Feminism
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Andrea O'Reilly, a trailblazer in Motherhood Studies and Matricentric Feminism, dives deep into the myths surrounding the 'Good Mother.' She highlights how societal pressures lead many mothers to feel inadequate. O'Reilly explores the complexities of motherhood influenced by patriarchal structures and advocates for communal support through maternal theory. The conversation emphasizes the importance of empowering mothers by redefining expectations and offering visibility, urging a transformative approach to maternal identities and experiences.
Apr 23, 2024 • 11min
Trailer - This is my WHY
Send us a textWelcome to the Trailer for the Re-Imagining Motherhood podcast. The idea of starting a podcast has felt overwhelming for a long while, but this knowledge and these incredible people are too important not to share. Mothers, and those that support them, need this education, these perspective shifting conversations and hope for the future. Most importantly, Mothers need words to describe their experiences, as Dr. Aurelié Athan suggests. My hope is that this podcast does just that - gives you new words to be able to talk about your identity as Mother, the profound transition of matrescence you have been experiencing, the work of mothering and Motherhood - ALL of it. And that through the Re-Imagining Motherhood podcast, we begin to take off our "Masks of Motherhood" (Maushart) and create safe spaces for ALL mothers to show up vulnerably with one another - for that is when we can have REAL conversations with each other that have the potential to change the way we experience Motherhood together. It's time to Re-Imagine Motherhood. Like what you heard and want more?!If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5 star rating, a glowing review and make sure to share this podcast with all your friends and family. Make sure to check out: www.mamasmodernvillage.com for my Becoming Mama groups and The Matricentric Way professional training! Sign up for my newsletter to stay in the know of all my latest happenings AND tips to support you in all things matrescence and Motherhood on the website. Plus - follow me on IG @mamasmodernvillage. Make sure to subscribe to stay in the know of all future episodes!Have any recommendations for future guests or general feedback? Fill out this quick survey here.
