Talking Twins and More, A Multiple Birth Podcast

Twin Mum Emma shares part one of her emotional story of the journey to becoming a twin mum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Cistina Cavezza, a psychologist and mother of 7 year old twins joins Naomi to chat about the overwhelm of hearing you are pregnant with multiples, the fear about how you will cope and the desire to feel more confident in your abilities. She is starting a group coaching program for expectant parents of multiples, in which she will show you how to step into your multiple birth parenting role with confidence and ease. Follow fierce.kind.mamaofmultiples on Instagram for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nix and Naomi are joined by Silje Andersen - Board Director at AMBA.  Silje shares her multiples journey, what has driven her to join the AMBA Board and what she hopes to achieve. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naomi is joined by Katie, who is a mum of 4 prems (including twins) and a sleep consultant.  We chat about her journey to becoming a parent of multiples and then we dive into newborn sleep.    Covering everything from newborn awake windows and sleep cues to the dreaded colic and what to do when you just can't settle them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Nix and Naomi chat the Amber from Nest Therapy. Amber is a multi-mum and a speech therapist who is answering all the questions on what you should be looking for in speech delays, your first steps, and ongoing support. The ladies share their stories of common and less common speech delays in multiples. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naomi is joined by Angelique, who is a big sister to identical twin brothers.  She shares with us what it was like growing up with them.Angelique has designed some products that are focused on nighttime bed wetting, and we deep dive into the nitty gritty of night time bed wetting.  We chat about the cues that indicate your kids are ready and the products that will make your night time toileting journey easier.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tassie-based twin mum Tegan is joining Nix and Naomi to discuss her twin journey.  From a battle with endometriosis to a NICU journey Tegan tells all including the moment her twins went viral online.  Now with a large social following, Tegan continues to share the moments of her twin's lives, even as a busy mum working full time! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Nix and Naomi are talking to soon-to-be twin mum Samantha.  While navigating life with a toddler, Samantha is pregnant with twins and the ladies are catching up to find out how she is progressing with her pregnancy.  Samantha has been catching up  on the podcasts while pregnant and take Nix and Naomi down memory lane! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We always talk being a twin parent...but what's it like being a twin? Ever wondered what your multiples are going through? How do they feel about being a twin and are they really thinking the same things?  This episode, Nix and Naomi are chatting to Soph and Bridget aka the Wildlife Twins.  Hear their hilarious stories of growing up as twins, find out how they felt about being linked together, how they handled the competition and growing up in each others pockets and how even when they drifted apart they came back together to build a successful business together. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Nix and Naomi chat to super mum Amie Rohan who shares the story of discovering one of her twins had a fatal neural tube defect in utero. Holding nothing back in this powerful discussion Amie shares everything from finding out she was pregnant with twins, being given the devastating news, to carrying and both her twins and having to say goodbye to her precious Willow.  Amie is an inspiring Mum of 2 who is a mental health and child loss awareness advocate and is also the founder of Angel Tutu Dress.  WARNING: this podcast discusses the loss of a child See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talented Musician and new twin Mum singer and composer Emma Dean from Brisbane joins Nix and Naomi.  Sharing her IVF story, Emma discusses her journey to twin mumhood and how she even had part of it filmed for a documentary while releasing a new album!  Emma also chats about her kids music group and how she is balancing her busy music schedule and being a twin mum! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back for another season, number 5, Nix and Naomi are back to talk all things multiple parenting life and more.  The ladies are together to discuss all things endometriosis and Nix dives into details on a huge life decision she made to help her physical and mental health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Twins are facinating and not just to us but to scientist. This week Nix and Naomi chat to Nikki a research scientist who is studying twinning. Hear all about it and how you can get involved. For more details email dztwinning@qimrberghofer.edu.au or visit www.geneticsoftwinnng.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Balanced nutrition for multiples and mums is a challenging thing! This week Nix and Naomi get some tips from twin mum Kat from Woods nutrition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does your life need a de-clutter? Are you feeling overwhelmed juggling multiples and life? Nix and Naomi catch up with Bridget from Be Simply Free to find out how we can get better control on our lives by de-cluttering the house and the mind!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Careers and career choices after the birth of multiples can be a challenge for mums so this week Nix and Naomi are chatting to Vicky who is a career adviser with her business Clothier Careers and is providing advice as you try and search for better 'work, life, balance'. From juggling daycare, to finances and keeping yourself ok, your career can take a big sweep after the birth of your kids and Vicky has some great support and ideas on how to balance your life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nix is back! Find out where she's been and what's been going on plus the ladies talk the struggles of balancing the school wins with multiples.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naomi and Tiff catch up with two winemakers, who make wine with a multiple twist! This stranger than fiction story of Kathryn (Kate) Day and Katherine (Nina) Day who met on their first day at university. They were both studying Oenology (wine making). Separately they embarked on award winning winemaking journeys both here in Australia and across the globe. Then among the clinking of fabulous fizz and vintage vino, a chance meeting at Kate's wedding saw Nina meet and fall in love with the best man; the identical twin brother of Kate's husband! Find out what it is like to be married to an identical twin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naomi and Tiffany chat about all the little "white lies" they have told their children.  Such as 'the park is closed' and even conversations about the man in the red suit.  Warning:  Not for little ears.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naomi is joined by Tiff this week and the two chat to multi-mum Lisa who shares a very powerful and emotional story. It's a must hear.  Warning: this episode discusses the loss of a baby See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naomi catches up with Shanice who after hearing all sorts of dramatic and negative stories about twin pregnancy and birth went on to have a relatively uneventful pregnancy and birth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naomi and guest co-host Tiffany meet first time mum of twins, Rhianon. They talk all things  multiple birth pregnancy and Rhianon shares how she got suddenly really sick with pre-eclampsia once her girls were born.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finding out the sex of your multiples can be a wonderful or an upsetting moment - Nix and Naomi discuss is it ok to feel gender disappointment and is it a normal feeling particularly with multiples.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the first school holidays for Nix and the ladies unpack the highs and lows of your first experience of school for multiples See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's all about the challenges involved with raising twin boys this week as Nix and Naomi talk to mum Tiffany. She compares stories with Nix and we find out if Naomi had similar challenges with Boy/Girl twins.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wondered what a sleep consultant does? Is it a benefit to you when your bubs are new borns?  Nix and Naomi catch up with twin mum and sleep consultant Kristy who talks the ladies through the ins and outs of sleep and the benefits of working with a sleep consultant  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Nix and Naomi chat to Natasha about mental health and the importance of looking after yourself as a multiple parent. Natasha shares her parenting journey and her story of finding strength and support during difficult times.  Nat is has also spread he wings into helping mums pivot and build their own online businesses.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever looked at your multiples and thought - they could be models? We all know the story of Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen who became mega stars playing the same baby on Full House!  But what is the industry really like? How do you get in and how can you trust the people you are working with? Nix and Naomi caught up with twin mum Kelly who has twin girls working in modelling to find out the ins and outs of what's involved!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lauren Sinclair joins Nix and Naomi to talk about her twin journey including delivering twins via emergency c-section and her NICU experience.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We talk to Mum Lauren who had a set of twins as her fourth pregnancy! Lauren discusses the challenges of raising a set of twins with three other children, balancing different ages in one house, the surprise of multiples and even renovating a house!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parent Coach Jodie Thornton joins us this week to discuss parenting. While recording this episode, NSW and Victoria are back in lockdown due to the COVID pandemic, and Jodie joins the ladies to discuss coping with life when things don't go to plan and how to juggle life with multiples when life isn't going to plan. Do you give into the screen time and treats or is it time to play hard parent? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Nix and Naomi talk to the head Midwife for the Red Nose Australia about all things safe sleep. Jane gives wonderful advice on the correct ways to sleep your twins from bassinettes to cots, sharing a sleep space to falling asleep in swings and car capsules. Jane debunks the myths and puts an emphasis on the important sleep rules to protect your bubs from SIDS.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The third trimester - Dani from the Figure joins Nix and Naomi once again as they follow her pregnancy journey. Now into her third trimester, Dani discusses the differences she is feeling between her singleton and multiples pregnancy, any hurdles she has reached and just how her body is changing.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Juggling two babies at once is quite the challenge - but what if you have other children as well? Nix and Naomi chat to a twin mum who is soon to have four under four!! Kate also shares with the ladies her unique trip to motherhood and the challenges her little ones faced after birth.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a midseason break, Nix and Naomi are back for the second half of season three. While Nix thought she was busy moving house - it turns out Naomi has been busier launching a brand new multiple project!! Find out all the details!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nix and Naomi are catching up again with Dani from the Figure as we follow her multiple pregnancy. After sharing so much just a few weeks ago, Dani drops quite the surprising bombshell which saw her gender reveal turned upside down. Find out how Dani is going as she reaches the halfway point of her pregnancy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sleep, sleep and lack of sleep!! It is one of the biggest challenges for multiple parents! Back for another week, Jackie joins Nix and Naomi to talk all things sleep deprivation, techniques and tools to assist you on your sleep journey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the ladies tackle one of the biggest topics in Multiple parenthood - Mental Health. Jackie returns for another episode as the ladies get raw and real about their struggles with Post-partum depression and anxiety. Each one has a different story to share as they navigate the struggles facing multiple mums and dads. Please reach out to lifeline if you need assistance 13 11 14.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jackie joins Nix and Naomi once again as the ladies unpack emergency c-sections and breast feeding with multiples.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nix and Naomi are joined by Jackie. An Instagramer who shares the truth of multiple parenting plus one! Jackie discusses her unforeseen difficulties in pregnancy, how she over came them and other struggles she has faced. Plus find out what happened to Naomi mid-recording!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's it like to be pregnant with twins. For Nix and Naomi it is becoming a quick memory so they are catching up with Dani who is currently pregnant with twins, her second pregnancy. How does it compare with her first? What are the challenges so far?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's it like to find out you're pregnant with twins...a second time?  This episode, Nix and Naomi chat to Sophia from Twins and a Blog who has not one but two sets of twins!!! The ladies discuss the shock the second time round, is it easier or harder and what did Sophia do differently with the second set.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You probably know them as the Ninja Twins. They appeared on the TV show Ninja Warrior and have a super tight twin bond.  This episode Nix and Naomi flip it and chat to the Ninja Twins about what it's like being a twin and growing up with your best friend!  The ladies share their stories from tricking people to having your best mate with you in life. Plus Nix and Naomi learn a few things about parenting twins from adult ones!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week multi-mum and successful business owner from 123 Nourish Me Alisa Latto joins Nix and Naomi to discuss work, life, balance, building your business while juggling twins, the highs and the lows of parenting multiples and shares her tips to survival!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nix and Naomi are back for season three launching off with addressing that always difficult topic of balancing multiples and life! Join the ladies as they discuss the struggles of work, life, balance and explore the controversial topic of 'screen time'. PLUS find out what's in store for season three!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tori Rees joins us for another week. Nix and Naomi fire off the top questions as asked by multiple parents to find out what Tori did. From breastfeeding to pram choices, sleeping arrangements and car choices Tori gives an insight into her decisions and why. Plus Tori shares some great advice for those on the multiple journey  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tori Rees joins Nix and Naomi this week as she discusses the transition from one child to multiples. The ladies discuss the challenges faced with raising twins and having another and what impact does it place on the family unit.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tori Rees joins Nix and Naomi again this week as she shares the wonderful story of the birth of her boys and how their big brother adjusted to the change. Tori also shares with the ladies that frightful moment which unfolded in front of the Nation when Jimmy was on Dancing with the Stars and one of their twins ended up in a critical condition in hospital. Tori shares all the details that lead to her husband quitting the popular show and how her little one is doing now.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Tori Rees - wife of James Rees or Jimmy Giggle and mum to three gorgeous boys including twins. Tori joins Nix and Naomi to share her story to multiple pregnancy. Tori discusses the challenges she and James faced when struggling to fall pregnant for a second time and how they found out there was more than one!  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Mum of Microprems Claire joins us for a second week as we discuss the moments after her 24+1 weekers were born. She talks about the challenges of NICU, facing challenges after birth, watching your pre-term babies grow in front of your eyes and taking them home. Laugh, cry and be inspired by Claire's amazing story.  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

This episode Nix and Naomi talk to Claire, Mum of two Microprem twins born at 24+1 weeks. Claire shares her story from finding out she was pregnant with two to delivering when the odds were stacked against her. The first installment of these incredible little fighters  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.