Matrescence

Lucy Jones offers a compassionate and scientifically grounded examination of the profound transformation of becoming a mother. She combines research, cultural analysis, and her own experience to articulate the physical, emotional, and social upheaval she calls “matrescence.” Jones writes with empathy and rigour, dismantling cultural myths while honouring the complexity of maternal identity. Her insights reach beyond personal narrative into a broader critique of how society undervalues care. The book is validating, challenging, and beautifully written. It reframes motherhood not as an endpoint but as a metamorphosis deserving of serious attention.