This week, I’m talking about what it’s really like having a baby after having twins — the surprises, the challenges, the sweet moments I finally get to slow down for, and how the twins are handling their new “big sibling” era.

If you’ve been through it, are thinking about it, or just love a good parenting story, this one’s for you.

The magic, the mess, the memories — all wrapped up together and placed under the Christmas tree.

Christmas isn’t calm in our house—there are nappies under the tree and twins testing ornaments for durability. But between the chaos, there’s laughter and joy. Join us as mums of multiples from around the world as we share tips, laughter and funny stories from the frontlines of festive family life.

Deck the Halls B by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100368

Artist: http://incompetech.com/

With the arrival of baby Lara our family has grown, and so has the love!

In this emotional episode, Carla shares her personal experience of adjusting to life as a mother of three, including twin toddlers and a newborn baby.

With candid reflections on her journey so far, Carla invites listeners to join her in navigating the beautiful chaos of family life.

As you listen to this week’s podcast episode, I am currently nearing the end of a long journey that will no doubt change our lives forever- in a good way!

To mark the 40th episode, I have a little announcement and I hope to follow up with some nice news soon!

Never give up hope!

Julianne shares her journey as a mother of triplets and a newborn, discussing her fertility journey, the challenges of breastfeeding, and the joys and of raising a large family in Southern California.

Julianne offers valuable advice for expecting parents of multiples and reflects on the beauty and chaos of family life.

For all that and more, why not grab yourself a little cup of tea and join Julianne and I as we discuss our experience of multiples motherhood from across the Atlantic Ocean.

In this week’s episode, Dr. Nancy Segal, a psychology professor based in California and twin studies expert, shares her personal journey as a fraternal twin and her extensive research in twin studies.

Nancy is a professor of psychology and founder and director of the Twin Studies Centre at California State University, in Fullerton, USA.

She discusses the unique dynamics of twin relationships and the impact of being a twin on individual identity.

Dr. Segal also addresses common myths about twins and highlights the importance of individuality in twin upbringing.

Karen Rodger, a mother of three sets of twins, shares her experiences on the joys and challenges of twin motherhood.

From managing a busy household to fostering individuality among her children, Karen emphasizes the importance of communication, self-care, and embracing the chaos of family life.

She reflects on the special bond between twins, the significance of family gatherings, and the need for open conversations about difficult topics.

Karen's journey highlights the privilege of motherhood and the joy of raising a large family.

“I see these amazing fragile little babies and I immediately want to do everything I can to take care of them, love them and to make sure they are safe,” A Twin Dad’s Story

Author and Podcaster Joe Rawlinson from Austin Texas shares his experience as a father of twins. He discusses the challenges of mental health, the journey of expecting twins, and the unique bond his daughters share.

In his own words, he offers practical advice on travelling with young children and coping with feelings of loneliness that many parents of multiples experience.