The Mother Year

Daily Reflections for your First Year of Motherhood

NYC 4.22 â—¦ New York â—¦ Miami 5.7- 5.8 â—¦ Los Angeles 6.9- 6.10 â—¦ Chicago July â—¦ Detroit July â—¦ Austin September

NYC 4.22 â—¦ New York â—¦ Miami 5.7- 5.8 â—¦ Los Angeles 6.9- 6.10 â—¦ Chicago July â—¦ Detroit July â—¦ Austin September

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THE BOOK

The Mother Year is a compilation of daily reflections for your first year of matrescence

While the birth of a child is widely celebrated, the profound transformation a woman undergoes as she steps into motherhood-known as matrescence-is equally life-altering. Just as adolescence marks the shift from childhood to adulthood, matrescence reshapes a woman's entire sense of self as she transitions from maiden to mother.

The Mother Year is a 365-day guiding light for new mothers navigating the early stages of motherhood. Each entry features a simple yet powerful structure: a daily theme, a prayer, and a small sip of self-care that integrates easily into daily life. 

It nourishes the soul without overwhelming, offering moments of reflection and inspiration.

Seasons of ( The Mother )

Autumn

The First Quarter: Releasing, Unraveling, Welcoming

“We are all broken, that is how the light gets in.”

Shedding the Maiden Self

Winter

Becoming the Mother

The Second Quarter: Death, Recovery, Recalibration

“That’s what winter is: an exercise in remembering how to still yourself then how to come pliantly back to life again”

Spring

Seeds of the Mother

The Third Quarter: Growth, Experimentation, Renovation  

““So, I close my eyes to old ends and open my heart to new beginnings”

Summer

The Final Quarter: Awakening, Expansion, Integration 

“The brightest flowers can only bloom after the rain”

The Mother’s Bloom

  • "If you're a new mom, The Mother Year is a must. Each day, Chelsey’s words bring comfort and strength, reminding you that you're not alone in this journey. The daily reflections are a gift of love and wisdom for any mother."

    Lindsey

  • "The Mother Year is a treasure for new mothers. Every entry feels like a little burst of hope, helping me navigate the tough days and celebrate the joyful ones. Chelsey’s honest reflections made my first year feel less overwhelming and more magical."

    MONICA

  • "Chelsey Scaffidi’s The Mother Year is a beautiful companion for the journey of motherhood. Her authentic voice and seasonal approach made me reflect deeply on my own growth as a mother. This book is pure comfort and inspiration."

    Erica

  • "This book is like a warm hug. Chelsey beautifully captures the journey of matrescence, and the seasonal structure mirrors the natural shifts in motherhood. The Mother Year helped me find peace in the chaos and joy in the small moments."

    Jessica

( ABOUT )

Chelsey Scaffidi is a mother of two, meditation teacher, social impact lawyer, and author of The Mother Year.

During her pregnancy, she prepared for her baby’s birth, not realizing how motherhood would reshape her.

In her first year as a mother, Chelsey recorded daily voice notes capturing the raw, real-time journey of transformation. Listening back, she realized how much she would say to that version of herself—tired, tender, and navigating the messy beauty of becoming a mother.

The Mother Year is born from those voice notes, offering a guiding light for mothers in matrescence to navigate their unfolding with mindfulness, self-compassion, and connection. Chelsey leads in-person circles and events, advocating for matrescence awareness and empowering mothers to embrace both the challenges and the grace of motherhood.

She lives in Austin TX with her husband, Zac, and their sons, Crusoe and Shiloh.

The Mother Year

In Every Season, You are Blooming.

Seasons Portal

The Seasons Portal is a sacred space designed to walk with you through the beautiful, evolving journey of motherhood. As the year unfolds, so too do you. Here, you will find meditations aligned with each season of The Mother Year. From the letting go of autumn to the blooming renewal of spring, the deep transformation of winter to the radiant growth of summer, this portal offers a gentle companion as you move through the emotional and spiritual shifts of the first year of motherhood. This is more than a resource; it’s a living, breathing experience—a reflection of your unique path as a mother. Embrace the seasons of your transformation.