Twin Mom Life

Jessielee Sittig

This podcast was created to help build community, connection and most importantly friendships among moms of multiples. Being a twin mom can be amazing and magical (that twin bond is unlike anything we've ever witnessed!), but it can also be isolating and overwhelming. Your host, Jess Sittig (a twin mama herself!), will be chatting with other twin moms, diving deep into the twin experience, giving advice on what works for them so you don’t have to learn the hard way. Juggling two babies at the same time is challenging, but we're confident we can learn from each other and figure out how to raise these babies together!  

  1. 3D AGO

    Hope and Healing: NICU Redemption with Twins After Emergency C-Section at 25 Weeks with Singleton

    #18: In this heartfelt episode, Whit Carrigan shares her incredible journey through high-risk pregnancies, NICU experiences, and the resilience required to navigate motherhood with grace. Her story offers hope, encouragement, and practical insights for twin moms and parents of preemies. KEY TAKEAWAYS The emotional rollercoaster of NICU stays: from trauma to healingThe importance of trusting your instinctHow high-risk pregnancies and medically complicated births impact mental healthThe power of community and shared stories in overcoming postpartum challengesStrategies to find moments to fill your cup amid chaosThe significance of routine and self-care starting as early as postpartumThe unique journey of raising multiples—from first NICU stay to secondGrieving while being grateful: balancing complex emotions as a momThe importance of self-compassion and giving yourself grace during motherhood CONNECT WITH WHIT Instagram @Whits TikTok Life As Whits www.lifeaswhits.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast DISCOUNT CODES Looking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins Moonshine Yoga -> Local to the ATX area? Check out Moonshine Yoga studios in Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park! -> $10 credit click here! Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!

    56 min
  2. MAY 7

    Why Co-Regulation is the Missing Link in Parenting Twins and How to Fix It with Nurturing Twins

    #17: In this insightful interview, Alaina from Nurturing Twins shares her journey of creating twin-specific parenting resources, her approach to motherhood, and practical tips for managing sleep, regulation, and bonding with twins. Discover how her science-backed strategies and community support empower twin moms to thrive. EPISODE TAKEAWAYS Challenging societal narratives around twin motherhood and building community supportThe importance of attachment-focused, individualized parenting approachesHow neuroplasticity and brain development support postpartum growth and healingPractical strategies for regulation, resilience, and repair during overwhelming moments and "mom rage"Resources for sleep, nutrition, and mindset tailored to twin familiesThe significance of language like mother-baby triad and embracing twin bondsBuilding confidence through informed choices and affirmationsThe power of consistency, repair, and presence in motherhoodDeveloping personalized sleep solutions and co-sleeping optionsEncouraging early planning and resource building during pregnancy CONNECT WITH ALAINA Instagram @NurturingTwins Nurturing Twins Website CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast DISCOUNT CODES Looking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins Moonshine Yoga -> Local to the ATX area? Check out Moonshine Yoga studios in Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park! -> $10 credit click here! Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!

    1h 1m
  3. APR 30

    Leaning on Faith, Family & Friends: Why Your Village is Key to Surviving the First Year with Twins

    #16: Join Jess as she chats with Mira McKinney, a mom to fraternal twin girls who just celebrated their first birthday. The conversation delves into the purpose and rewards of motherhood, the challenges and support needed in the first year with twins, the importance of a supportive village, the significance of self-care and community support, and words of encouragement for twin moms. This episode emphasizes the importance of mindset, support systems, and pivoting through challenges to thrive as a twin mom. KEY TAKEAWAYS Mira shares her emotional journey over the first year with twin girls after loss, highlighting how her marriage blossomed during this timeThe significance of self-care practices like exercise, fresh air, and planning alone timeThe value of leaning on faith, family, and friends for supportHow mindset shifts, gratitude, and community foster resilience amid the chaosPractical tips for building community, outsourcing help, and caring for yourself without guiltThe beauty of twin bonds and the joy of parentingEmbracing motherhood as a purposeful, blessing-filled journey CONNECT WITH MIRA Instagram @MiraMcKinney__ CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast DISCOUNT CODES Looking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins Moonshine Yoga -> Local to the ATX area? Check out Moonshine Yoga studios in Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park! -> $10 credit click here! Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!

    1h 5m
  4. APR 23

    Food is Fuel: Nourishing Your Body During Pregnancy, Postpartum and Beyond with Aloha Nutrition

    #15: Join us for an inspiring conversation with Allegra Gast, the founder of Aloha Nutrition and mom of 4 including twins. Allegra is a dynamic-duo, trained as both a Registered Dietitian and IBCLC Lactation Consultant. She shares her extraordinary (unmedicated!) twin birth story, expert twin breastfeeding insights, and practical nutrition tips tailored for moms navigating multiple stages of motherhood. EPISODE TAKEAWAYS Unmedicated vaginal twin delivery with External Cephalic Version (ECV)Key breastfeeding strategies for twins, such as working with each twin indivually first and tandem nursing tips like the "V Hold"Nutrition advice tailored for twin pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and beyond by supporting energy levels with practical meal tipsHow to incorporate nutrient-dense foods into busy schedules, including meal prep, utilizing a crockpot, frozen vegetables, and pantry staples CONNECT WITH ALLEGRA Instagram @Aloha.Nutrition Aloha Nutrition Website - check out their website for 1-1 breasfeeding help, 1-1 nutrition help and courses/workshops! CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Instagram @TwinMomGuide Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins DISCOUNT CODES Moonshine Yoga -> Local to the ATX area? Check out Moonshine Yoga studios in Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park! -> $10 credit click here! Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!

    1h 3m
  5. APR 9

    Navigating Twins After Loss and Montessori Parenting with Multiples

    #14: In this heartfelt episode, twin mom and Montessori enthusiast Tabitha shares her journey through pregnancy, loss, and motherhood. She discusses how Montessori principles have helped her foster independence in her children, especially in the unique context of raising twins. KEY TAKEAWAYS How miscarriage and loss shapes motherhoodChallenges faced by twin parents in accessing tailored resourcesImplementing Montessori parenting in twins and singletonsHow Montessori principles support independence and emotional regulationKey Montessori history and principles: prepared adults, environment, child-led activitiesPractical tips on organizing toys, clothing, and shared possessionsObserving and respecting individual interests and possessionsStrategies for balancing chaos and calm in busy householdsHow to foster a sense of autonomy in children from a young age CONNECT WITH TABITHA Instagram @Miscarriages.And.Milestones Miscarriages and Milestones Podcast Montessori with Multiples Website CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast DISCOUNT CODES Moonshine Yoga -> Local to the ATX area? Check out Moonshine Yoga studios in Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park! -> $10 credit click here! Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!

    57 min
  6. APR 2

    Vaginal Delivery with Breech Extraction, Tips for Tandem Breastfeeding and Competition Among Twins 

    #13: In this episode, Naomi shares her inspiring journey through twin pregnancy, vaginal delivery with a breech extraction, and postpartum, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and community for twin moms. She offers practical advice on tandem breastfeeding, managing sibling rivalry, and nurturing individuality, all rooted in her personal experiences and insights. EPISODE TAKEAWAYS Naomi's experience with twin pregnancy during COVID-19Vaginal delivery of twins, with breech extraction of Twin BStrategies for tandem breastfeeding, including gradually implementing and equipment tips like the Twin Z pillow and My Breast FriendHow to handle the competitive and developing personalities of twins, encouraging individualityThe significance of routine and flexible schedules for managing twins and the importance of one-on-one timeLessons learned on fostering twin relationships and celebrating their unique traits CONNECT WITH NAOMI Instagram @Naomi_Zumbrun @BirdieAndCoEvents CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast DISCOUNT CODES Moonshine Yoga -> Local to the ATX area? Check out Moonshine Yoga studios in Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park! -> $10 credit click here! Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!

    1h 10m
  7. MAR 26

    Positive C-Section Experience, Bilateral Mastitis and How To Fill Your Own Cup In Motherhood

    #12: In this episode, twin mom Alexis Teichmiller shares her empowering birth story, honest experiences navigating bilateral mastitis and practical tips on self-care, adaptability, and building a supportive village. EPISODE TAKEAWAYS Alexis' detailed journey through her positive C-section experienceTips for establishing trust and transparency with healthcare providersNavigating breastfeeding, pumping, and formula feeding with twin babiesRecognizing the significance of adaptable parenting and mental health prioritizationThe value of building a village and seeking help, including hiring childcare supportLessons learned from postpartum struggles like mastitisCrafting a postpartum mindset: releasing expectations and embracing your unique journeyThe importance of future-oriented parenting and setting an example for your children CONNECT WITH ALEXIS Instagram @AlexisTeichmiller In Between Podcast CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast GIVEAWAY DETAILS I’m super excited to share I’m doing a self-care giveaway! Win a free self-care kit, with Grace and Stella eye masks and Needed Sleep and Relaxation Support. To enter the giveaway, just “follow” or subscribe to the podcast, give a 5-star rating and a written review! Once complete, comment on the giveaway post on my Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast. Please see my post about the giveaway for more details. Must be in the US to enter. DISCOUNT CODES Moonshine Yoga -> Local to the ATX area? Check out Moonshine Yoga studios in Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park! -> $10 credit click here! Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!

    52 min
  8. MAR 19

    Advocating for the Twin Birth You Want and Laughing Through the Chaos with Alex Anguish

    #11: Join Jess as she chats with Alex Anguish, were they highlight the unpredictable, funny and emotional rollercoaster of twin motherhood - reminding every twin mom that you're doing better than you think. In this episode, they dive into the raw, humorous, and heartfelt experiences of twin moms, sharing insights on pregnancy, vaginal delivery, and sibling dynamics. EPISODE TAKEAWAYS The journey through twin pregnancy and vaginal twin deliveriesHow twin moms can advocate for vaginal deliveries versus C-sectionsBuilding sibling relationships and managing twin boy energyPersonal stories about NICU stays and handling breathing issues in newbornsTips for supporting your older child when bringing twins homeThe importance of intentional sibling bonding and individual timePractical tips for child safety and managing twin toddler chaosHumorous yet practical insights on the wild, unpredictable nature of twins CONNECT WITH ALEX Instagram @AlexAnguish_ CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast DISCOUNT CODES Moonshine Yoga -> Local to the ATX area? Check out Moonshine Yoga studios in Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park! -> $10 credit click here! Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!

    1h 16m
5
out of 5
33 Ratings

About

This podcast was created to help build community, connection and most importantly friendships among moms of multiples. Being a twin mom can be amazing and magical (that twin bond is unlike anything we've ever witnessed!), but it can also be isolating and overwhelming. Your host, Jess Sittig (a twin mama herself!), will be chatting with other twin moms, diving deep into the twin experience, giving advice on what works for them so you don’t have to learn the hard way. Juggling two babies at the same time is challenging, but we're confident we can learn from each other and figure out how to raise these babies together!  

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