matrescent

Definitions

1. Exhibiting matrescence; becoming a mother.
2. Pertaining to those who are becoming mothers.

Examples

“On the other hand, the constancy of others around her could indicate⟳ a reluctance on their part to allow⟳ her the full matrescent role.”

“In reality, the matrescent/patrescent periods represent⟳ a far more complex set⟳ of behaviors, full of stress⟳ as well as joy.”

“These actions can be seen as matrescent in the sense⟳ of 'mothering', nurturing and protecting work⟳ colleagues.”

“PhotoVoice is not considered a therapeutic practice but has been shown to be a beneficial photographic practice for matrescent women.”

“Breastfeeding mothers are therefore in a matrescent state […]”

“Conceptualizing birth centre care as 'gift' enables some fleshing out of the characteristics of matrescent care when enacted in the professional/woman ...”

“Matrescent care, understood in this way, incorporates an ethical disposition. If authentic, it would manifest more broadly than in just relationships with ...”

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