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ADHD or Just Motherhood? The Mental Load of Raising Twins with ADHD Mums19 Oct 202600:56:12

Is it ADHD, or is it just the overwhelming mental load of motherhood?

For many women, ADHD goes unrecognised until they become mothers. Suddenly, the routines, responsibilities and never-ending mental to-do lists become harder to manage. And when you're raising twins or multiples, that mental load can feel even greater.

This week, we're joined by Jane McFadden from ADHD Mums — an autistic and ADHD mum, neuroscientist and certified ADHD and autism assessor — for an honest, relatable conversation about neurodivergence, motherhood and burnout.

In this episode, we cover:

  • Why so many women first recognise ADHD after becoming mothers
  • The mental load of raising twins and multiples when you have ADHD
  • Masking, overfunctioning and the pressure to appear like you have it all together
  • Recognising possible signs of ADHD in young children and when to consider an assessment
  • The challenges of parenting neurodivergent children when you're neurodivergent yourself
  • Why routines and systems can be both helpful and incredibly difficult to maintain
  • Understanding your capacity, setting boundaries and letting go of unrealistic expectations

Whether you have ADHD, suspect you might, or simply feel overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood, this episode is a reminder that sometimes the answer isn't to do more — it's to take some of the pressure off yourself.

Find out more about Jane and ADHD Mums:

Website: https://adhdmums.com.au

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhd_mums/

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Twin Parenting Q&A: Sleep, Toilet Training, Toddlerhood & Independence12 Oct 202600:51:22

You asked, we answered! This week, it's just Gabi and Sinead behind the microphones as we tackle the questions you've been sending through about raising twins, navigating toddlerhood and finding your feet as a parent of multiples.

From the logistics of taking two toddlers out alone to toilet training twins at different stages, we're sharing what's worked for us, what hasn't and the things we've learnt along the way.

We also get into some of the pressures that come with raising twins — making time for each child, encouraging their individuality and the age-old advice to keep twins on the same schedule (something we have very different experiences with!).

In this episode, we chat about:

  • Encouraging individuality and different interests in twins
  • Finding one-on-one time without the guilt
  • Navigating playgrounds, outings and errands alone with two toddlers
  • Toilet training twins and managing different timelines
  • Twin sleep schedules — structure versus flexibility
  • Celebrating twin birthdays and making each child feel special

It's an honest conversation about the everyday realities of raising multiples, with plenty of laughs, different perspectives and a reminder that there's no one-size-fits-all approach to parenting twins.

Because sometimes the most helpful thing is hearing how another twin parent is navigating exactly what you're going through.

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Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome: What Every Twin Parent Should Know with Dr Ini Thevathasan05 Oct 202600:45:11

Trigger warning: This episode discusses pregnancy and infant loss, including the death of one or both twins, pregnancy termination, premature birth and potential neurological complications. Please take care while listening.

Twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) can be one of the most overwhelming complications to hear about when you’re expecting twins — particularly when you’re suddenly faced with new terminology, frequent scans and a lot of uncertainty.

In this episode, we’re joined by obstetrician and Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist Dr Ini Thevathasan to break down TTTS and what it can mean for families carrying twins who share a placenta.

We talk through what TTTS actually is, which twin pregnancies are at risk, the different stages and why progression isn’t always predictable. Dr Ini also explains what doctors are looking for during those frequent ultrasounds, when closer monitoring becomes necessary and what happens if intervention is needed.

We also unpack laser surgery — how it works, when it may be recommended and what recovery and monitoring can look like afterwards — as well as the realities of navigating TTTS care through Australia’s public and private health systems.

We chat about:

  • What TTTS is and which twins are at risk
  • The difference between stages 1–5 and why TTTS doesn’t always progress in order
  • What doctors look for during ultrasound surveillance
  • Symptoms mums may notice between scans
  • When monitoring becomes treatment
  • How fetal laser surgery works and the risks involved
  • What happens after surgery
  • Premature delivery and other possible outcomes
  • What TTTS care looks like in Australia, including for families living rurally
  • The questions parents should be asking their care team

Most importantly, Dr Ini explains why specialised ultrasound surveillance is so important for twins sharing a placenta — and reminds parents that they should expect care appropriate for their specific type of twin pregnancy.

Whether you’ve recently found out your twins share a placenta, you’re navigating a TTTS diagnosis, or you simply want to better understand the condition, this episode offers a clear and compassionate guide to what can be an incredibly complex part of twin pregnancy.

Please note: This episode is for general information only and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always speak with your own healthcare team about your pregnancy and care.

Connect with Dr Ini: 

 https://www.melbournemfm.com.au/

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Working Mum, Stay-at-Home Dad: Raising Twins & Rethinking Family Roles | Gabby Bate28 Sep 202601:11:59

Gabby Bate spent six years at home raising four children, including identical twin boys. Then she and her husband made a decision that completely flipped the traditional family dynamic: Gabby returned to work full-time, while her husband Cam became the stay-at-home dad.

In this episode, Gabby joins us to share the story behind their role reversal — and what it has really looked like to challenge the expectations still placed on mums and dads when it comes to work, parenting and who carries the load at home.

But Gabby’s journey with twins began years earlier with an incredibly complicated pregnancy. After an early rollercoaster of being told there were two babies, then one, then potentially no viable pregnancy, Gabby eventually discovered she was carrying two healthy identical twins. At 20 weeks, the pregnancy became complicated by twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS), before the boys were delivered at 30 weeks and admitted to NICU.

One twin was transferred to another hospital with a heart condition, meaning Gabby didn't meet him until he was five days old.

Then, when the twins were just three months old, Gabby unexpectedly fell pregnant with her fourth child.

We follow Gabby’s story from those intense early years of motherhood to the decision, six years later, that she wanted her career back — and the family restructure that followed.

We chat about:

  • Finding out she was having identical twins — after initially being told otherwise
  • Falling pregnant again when her twins were just three months old
  • Spending six years as a stay-at-home mum before returning to work
  • Why Gabby became the primary breadwinner and Cam became a stay-at-home dad
  • Challenging traditional gender roles around work and parenting
  • Career identity, mum guilt, finances, resentment and the mental load
  • What both parents learned after experiencing life as the primary caregiver
  • Raising identical twins as individuals rather than constantly comparing them

It’s an honest conversation about what happens when a family stops asking who should stay home and who should work — and starts asking what actually works for them.

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Caterina Mete: The Red Wiggle on IVF, Solo Motherhood & Raising Twins21 Sep 202601:00:13

Caterina Mete has spent more than 20 years with The Wiggles, eventually stepping into the iconic role of the Red Wiggle. But behind the tours, performances and red skivvy is a deeply personal journey to becoming a mum.

In this episode, Caterina joins us to share her path to solo motherhood — from freezing her eggs in her 30s and deciding to pursue motherhood on her own, to miscarriage, fertility treatment and the moment she discovered her final embryo had split into identical twin girls, Dolly and Gigi.

We talk about the reality of a high-risk twin pregnancy, pre-eclampsia, a planned C-section and two weeks in NICU, before bringing two babies home as a first-time solo mum.

Caterina also shares what life looks like now: raising toddler twins, building a village around her, taking Dolly and Gigi on tour with The Wiggles and learning to accept support without losing her independence.

We chat about:

  • Caterina’s 23-year journey with The Wiggles and becoming the Red Wiggle
  • Freezing her eggs and choosing solo motherhood
  • Miscarriage, fertility treatment and discovering she was having identical twins
  • Navigating a high-risk twin pregnancy and NICU
  • Bringing two babies home and finding her feet as a solo mum
  • The family, friends and Wiggles team who make up her village
  • What it actually looks like taking toddler twins on tour
  • How becoming a mum has changed the way she performs for children and families
  • Why she believes twins should be raised as two individual people — not constantly compared

It’s an open conversation about motherhood not always arriving in the way you imagined — and creating a family and a life that looks different from the original plan, but is entirely your own. 

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Stop Comparing Your Twins: Paediatric Physio Ali Day on Milestones, Play & Development14 Sep 202600:52:22

When you have twins, it’s almost impossible not to compare. One rolls first. One crawls first. One starts walking while the other seems perfectly happy taking their time. So how do you know what’s normal — and when there might actually be something worth checking?

In this episode, we’re joined by paediatric physiotherapist Ali Day, founder of Little Ones Physiotherapy and author of The Baby Playbook, to take some of the pressure out of baby development.

Ali explains why milestones are better thought of as windows rather than deadlines, why twins born on the same day can still develop months apart, and how corrected age should be considered for babies born prematurely.

We also get practical about what developmental play actually looks like when you’re juggling two babies — including tummy time, floor play, cuddling and connection — and why supporting development doesn’t need to mean adding another long list of things to your day.

We chat about:

  • Why twins don’t need to reach milestones at the same time
  • How corrected age affects developmental milestones
  • Tummy time — when to start and how to make it achievable with multiples
  • Why quality of play matters more than quantity
  • Cuddling, bonding and dividing your attention between two babies
  • Walkers, activity centres, bouncers and other baby equipment
  • When it might be worth checking in with a paediatric physiotherapist
  • Hip dysplasia and why it can be particularly relevant for multiples
  • Why free floor play can be one of the best things you can give your baby

Most importantly, Ali reminds us that our babies are individuals. One twin being “behind” the other doesn’t necessarily mean they’re behind at all — and supporting their development doesn’t need to be complicated.

Resources from Ali & Little Ones Physiotherapy

Little Ones Physiotherapy
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Free Milestone Guide — 0–2 years

Free Milestone Guide — 2–5 years

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Postnatal Depression, Anxiety & Mental Health After Twins | PANDA CEO Julie Borninkhof07 Sep 202601:11:39

When you’re raising twins or multiples, exhaustion and overwhelm can feel like part of the job. But when does the mental load become something more — and would you know the signs?

In this episode, we’re joined by Julie Borninkhof, CEO of PANDA — Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia, to talk about parental mental health through the lens of raising multiples.

Julie explains what perinatal mental health can look like, why parents of multiples are at greater risk, and how difficult it can be to recognise when you’re struggling when sleep deprivation, stress and overwhelm already feel normal.

We also talk about the impact of high-risk pregnancy, prematurity, NICU and birth trauma, the loss of identity that can come with becoming a parent, and why the mental load doesn’t necessarily ease once you’re out of the newborn stage.

We chat about:

  • Why parents of multiples are at greater risk of mental health challenges
  • What postnatal depression and anxiety can look like
  • When normal postpartum overwhelm becomes something more
  • The impact of prematurity, NICU, birth trauma and sleep deprivation
  • Identity loss and the mental load of raising multiples
  • Why the challenges can continue into the toddler years
  • Mental health in dads and non-birthing parents
  • Recognising the signs, starting the conversation and where to seek support

Most importantly, this conversation is a reminder that mental health is something to maintain — not something we should only address when we reach breaking point. If something doesn’t feel right in yourself or someone you love, it’s worth talking about.

Learn more about PANDA:
Visit panda.org.au for information, resources and perinatal mental health support.

If you or someone you know needs support:

  • PANDA — National perinatal mental health helpline: 1300 726 306
  • Lifeline Australia — 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention: 13 11 14

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000.

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Postpartum Psychosis: What It Really Looks Like | Katrina Weynberg31 Aug 202600:46:37

Postpartum psychosis is currently part of a global conversation, with the Lindsay Clancy trial bringing a condition many people have never heard of into the spotlight. But what does postpartum psychosis actually look like — and would you know the signs?

In this episode, we’re joined by twin mum and mental health advocate Katrina Weynberg for an incredibly open conversation about experiencing postpartum psychosis after the premature birth of her identical twins, Mumford and Murphy.

Katrina takes us from finding out she was having twins, through an unexpected delivery at 33 weeks and seven weeks of NICU, to becoming increasingly unwell in the days after birth. At 12 days postpartum, she was diagnosed with postpartum psychosis and admitted to an adult psychiatric ward, separated from her newborn babies while receiving treatment.

We also talk about what happened after psychosis — returning home with newborn twins, experiencing postnatal depression, waiting months for a place in a public Mother and Baby Unit and eventually being diagnosed with bipolar disorder.

We chat about:

  • What postpartum psychosis is and the signs families should know
  • The role sleep deprivation played in Katrina’s experience
  • How her husband recognised that something wasn’t right
  • Being admitted to a psychiatric ward while her twins remained in NICU
  • The difference between postpartum psychosis and postnatal depression
  • Access to Mother and Baby Units and why keeping mums and babies together matters
  • Receiving a bipolar diagnosis after becoming a mum
  • What partners, family and friends should look out for postpartum
  • Where to seek help if you’re concerned about yourself or someone you love
  • Raising twins while navigating postpartum mental health and recovery

At a time when postpartum psychosis is being talked about more than ever, this is an important conversation about understanding what it can actually look like, recognising when something isn’t right and making sure families know that support is available.

Keep up with Katrina:
Follow Katrina on Instagram @katrina.weynberg for more on motherhood, mental health advocacy and her experience of postpartum psychosis.

If you or someone you know needs support:

  • PANDA — National perinatal mental health helpline, Monday to Saturday: 1300 726 306
  • Red Nose Australia — 24/7 bereavement support: 1300 308 307
  • Gidget Foundation Australia — Perinatal mental health counselling support: 1300 851 758
  • SMS4Dads — Free text support for fathers
  • LGBTQI Health Australia — LGBTIQ+ peer support and referral
  • 13 YARN — Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support, available 24/7: 13 92 76
  • Lifeline Australia — 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention: 13 11 14

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000.

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Twins, Motherhood & the Olympic Comeback with Morgan Mitchell24 Aug 202600:52:19

Becoming a mum changes everything. But what happens when you’re also an elite athlete trying to make your way back to the world stage — with twins at home?

In this episode, we’re joined by two-time Olympian and twin mum Morgan Mitchell for an honest, hilarious and refreshingly real conversation about twin motherhood, returning to elite sport and chasing another Olympic dream.

Morgan takes us from finding out she was pregnant with twin girls Honey and Maya, through a difficult pregnancy, giving birth at 35 weeks and their time in NICU, to recovering from a C-section and beginning the biggest comeback of her career.

We also talk about what it really takes to balance ambition and motherhood — training, travelling, spending time away from her girls, missing milestones and leaning on her husband, family and wider village to make it all possible.

We chat about:

  • The reality of a difficult twin pregnancy and NICU time
  • Recovering from a C-section and returning to elite sport
  • The physical and mental side of her Olympic comeback
  • Balancing training, travel and twin motherhood
  • The importance of having a strong support system
  • Making time for yourself as a mum
  • Her road to the LA 2028 Olympic Games
  • Letting go of parenting pressure and doing what works for your family

It’s a conversation about motherhood and ambition existing side by side — and finding a way to keep chasing your own dreams while raising two little people.

Keep up with Morgan:
Follow Morgan on Instagram @morganmitch for more on motherhood, athletics and her journey towards LA 2028.

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Choking, CPR, Fevers & Head Injuries: Baby and Child First Aid with Paramedic Codi Ferguson17 Aug 202600:57:04

Every parent has had that moment: Is this an emergency? Am I overreacting? Do I call an ambulance, go to hospital, or wait and see?

In this episode, we’re joined by registered paramedic and mum Codi from Nurture & Know to talk through the baby and child emergencies every parent hopes they’ll never face — but needs to know how to respond to.

From choking and CPR to fevers, breathing difficulties and head injuries, Codi breaks down what parents should actually be looking for, the red flags that shouldn’t be ignored, and when it’s time to seek medical help.

We also talk about the realities of emergencies when you have twins or multiple young children — including what happens if one child needs an ambulance while you’re home alone with another, and what to consider when feeding two babies at once.

And perhaps most importantly, we talk about confidence. Because in an emergency, you don’t want to be learning what to do for the first time.

We chat about:

  • How to know when to call an ambulance
  • The difference between gagging and choking
  • What to do if a baby or child is choking
  • When CPR becomes necessary
  • Head injuries and the red flags to watch for
  • Fevers and febrile convulsions
  • What breathing distress can actually look like
  • What to do in an emergency when you’re alone with twins or multiple children
  • When to learn baby and child first aid — and how often to refresh it

It’s one of those episodes we hope you’ll never need — but one that could make all the difference if you do.

Want to feel more confident in a baby or child emergency? Codi offers online, group and private baby and child first aid courses through Nurture & Know.

Use code ALLATONCE for 20% off any of Codi’s courses at Nurture & Know.

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You’re Having Twins… WTF Do You Pack in Your Hospital Bag + Newborn Must-Haves10 Aug 202601:20:31

In this episode, we’re talking about one of the most overwhelming parts of preparing for twins: what do you actually need for two babies?

We compare our very different hospital bag experiences — what we packed, what we wish we’d packed more of, what we barely touched, and the random things that ended up being lifesavers.

Then we get into what you actually need once your twins arrive — from feeding, sleeping and changing to getting out of the house, what you genuinely need two of, and what you can absolutely wait to buy.

Consider this the episode we wish we’d had when we were trying to work out WTF we actually needed for two babies.

We chat about:

  • What to pack in your hospital bag for twins
  • How many outfits to pack and what sizes
  • What we wish we’d packed differently
  • What you actually need two of
  • Feeding, sleeping and changing essentials
  • The newborn products you can skip or wait to buy

FREE DOWNLOAD: Packing your hospital bag for twins? Click here to download our Twin Hospital Bag Checklist.

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What Is It Really Like Raising Two Sets of Twins? | With Joey Djia03 Aug 202601:08:34

In this episode, we're joined by recording artist, content creator, business owner and mum of two sets of twins, Joey Djia.

After being told she may struggle to conceive, Joey was shocked to discover she was pregnant with twins. After navigating pregnancy, birth and life with her first set, she fell pregnant again... and heard the words she never expected:

"It's twins." Again.

Joey shares the incredible story behind raising four children under three, the grief of never experiencing a singleton pregnancy, two deeply traumatic twin births, and the routines and mindset that helped her through it all.

We chat about:

  • Finding out you’re having twins... twice
  • The shock of a second twin pregnancy
  • Grieving the singleton experience
  • Birth trauma and being separated from her babies
  • Raising four young children and making routines work
  • Why routine became her biggest survival tool
  • The beautiful parts of raising two sets of twins that no one talks about

If this episode made you laugh, cry or feel a little less alone, we'd love it if you shared it with another twin or multiple parent. Every share, follow and review helps us reach more families who need these conversations.

This episode is sponsored by iL Tutto. Whether you’re expecting or already in the thick of parenthood, having a comfortable place to feed, settle, cuddle or read with your little one makes all the difference. The Henry Plus is currently 15% off as an introductory offer, and you can also save 20% on other full-price items at iL Tutto with our code ONCE20 until 30 September. Terms and conditions apply.

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Triplets, NICU, 8 Cardiac Arrests & Hope | Louise's Story (Part 2)27 Jul 202600:40:36

Part Two of Louise's extraordinary story begins after the birth of her spontaneous triplets.

As one of her daughters, Maggie, spent much of her first year living in hospital, Louise also faced the heartbreaking reality of being separated from her other daughters while trying to hold her family together.

What should have been the beginning of life at home quickly became something very different. Louise shares the heartbreaking reality of discovering that Maggie had complex medical needs, and how their family's journey took a path they never could have imagined.

From navigating the NICU and ongoing hospital admissions to balancing the needs of three babies while advocating for one medically complex child, Louise speaks with incredible honesty about grief, resilience, motherhood and finding joy alongside the hardest moments.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that every family's story looks different, and that hope can exist even in the most challenging seasons.

In this episode we cover:

  • Bringing triplets home and adjusting to life with three newborns
  • Maggie's unexpected medical diagnosis and early health challenges
  • Navigating the NICU, extended hospital stays and ongoing medical care
  • The reality of Maggie spending much of her first year living in hospital
  • The emotional toll of being separated from her other daughters
  • Parenting siblings alongside a medically complex child
  • Finding joy, perspective and gratitude through an unimaginable journey
  • Louise's advice for families facing unexpected challenges

If you haven't already, be sure to listen to Part One, where Louise shares the incredible story of discovering she was pregnant with spontaneous triplets and navigating a high-risk pregnancy through to their birth.

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Spontaneous Triplet Pregnancy: Finding Out We Were Having Triplets | Louise’s Story (Part 1)20 Jul 202600:48:35

How do you process finding out you're not having one baby... but three?

Louise Shaw was happily one and done when an unexpected pregnancy changed everything. Then came an even bigger shock — she wasn’t having one baby, but spontaneous triplets.

What started as a surprise pregnancy quickly became one of the rarest and highest-risk pregnancies imaginable. Louise takes us inside the moment she discovered she was expecting triplets, the emotional rollercoaster that followed, and the months of specialist appointments, difficult conversations and uncertainty leading up to their birth.

This is an honest conversation about fear, resilience and navigating a pregnancy where every milestone felt hard-earned.

In this episode we cover:

  • Finding out you're unexpectedly pregnant with triplets
  • The emotional reality of a high-risk multiple pregnancy
  • The difficult decisions and conversations that come with carrying triplets
  • Weekly specialist appointments and living scan to scan
  • Spending five weeks in hospital before birth
  • Reaching 34 weeks and welcoming three baby girls

This is Part One of Louise's incredible story.

Next week, Louise shares what happened after the birth, including the beginning of daughter Maggie's complex medical journey and everything their family has navigated since.

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I Had a Vaginal Birth and an Emergency C-Section in the Same Twin Delivery13 Jul 202601:26:23

In this episode of All At Once, we sit down with twin mum Jac Marriott to hear the incredible story of one of the rarest twin births imaginable. After an empowering labour, Jac welcomed one twin vaginally before everything changed in an instant. A cord prolapse with her second baby led to an emergency C-section under general anaesthetic, followed by an 11-minute resuscitation and a NICU journey that would change her family forever.

This is a powerful conversation about birth plans, advocating for yourself, trusting your medical team, and finding strength when birth doesn't go the way you imagined.

In this episode, we chat about:

  • Finding out she was expecting twins.
  • Navigating a high-risk twin pregnancy.
  • Preparing for a vaginal twin birth.
  • What happens when one twin is born vaginally and the other by emergency C-section.
  • Umbilical cord prolapse and the emergency that followed.
  • Recovering from both a vaginal birth and a C-section.
  • Processing an unexpected birth experience.
  • The NICU journey and the road to recovery.
  • Advice for parents preparing for a twin birth.

Whether you're pregnant with twins, preparing for birth, or simply love hearing honest birth stories, this episode is a reminder that even when birth takes an unexpected turn, strength, resilience and hope can still shine through.

🎭 Learn more about Jac's play, Freefall

Inspired by her family's NICU journey, Jac has written Freefall, a powerful new play exploring parental mental health, resilience and wellbeing after birth.

Learn more or purchase tickets here:
https://events.humanitix.com/freefall

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Parenting Twins: Tantrums, Sharing, One-on-One Time & Sibling Relationships | Gen Muir06 Jul 202601:08:53

How do you help your twins build a strong bond while encouraging them to become confident individuals? What if your older child is struggling after the twins arrive? And how do you let go of the guilt that comes with never feeling like you can give every child your full attention?

In this episode of All At Once, we're joined by parenting educator and author Gen Muir from Connected Parenting to discuss some of the biggest challenges parents of twins and multiples face. From toddler behaviour and sibling conflict to sharing, emotional regulation, one-on-one time and parenting guilt, this conversation is packed with practical, evidence-based advice you can start using straight away.

Whether you're expecting twins, raising twin toddlers or navigating life with multiples, Gen shares reassuring insights to help you build stronger sibling relationships, support every child as an individual and feel more confident in your parenting.

In this episode, we cover:

  • Helping twins develop their own identity while celebrating their unique bond
  • Supporting older siblings after welcoming twins
  • Why one-on-one time doesn't need to be hours long to make a difference
  • Managing toddler aggression, sharing, hitting and challenging behaviour
  • Navigating birthday parties, friendships and comparison
  • Letting go of parenting guilt and embracing "good enough" parenting
  • Practical ways to strengthen emotional connection with every child

If you've ever wondered whether you're doing enough as a parent of twins, this episode is the reassurance—and practical guidance—you've been looking for.

To learn more from Gen, follow her on Instagram @connectedparentingau for practical, evidence-based parenting advice. If sibling conflict is something you're navigating at home, be sure to check out her course, Smoother Siblings in 7 Days, where she dives deeper into the causes of sibling conflict and shares practical strategies to help create calmer, more connected family relationships.

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What It's Really Like To Be A Twin Dad | Our Husbands Get Honest 29 Jun 202601:31:21

We spend so much time talking about the experience of becoming a twin mum.

But what about the dads?

In this special episode, we hand the microphones to our husbands, Andy and Zio, for an honest conversation about what life with twins has really been like from their perspective.

From the moment they heard the words "It's twins," to navigating pregnancy anxiety, birth, sleep deprivation, relationship changes and the chaos of raising toddler twins, they share the thoughts, fears and realities they rarely say out loud.

We also talk about:

  • The initial shock of finding out they were having twins
  • Supporting their partners through high-risk pregnancies
  • What surprised them most about newborn twins
  • How twin parenthood has changed their marriages
  • The hardest stage of raising twins (according to the dads)
  • The importance of making time for your relationship
  • Their advice for parents preparing to welcome multiples

Whether you're a twin mum wanting to better understand your partner, a dad wondering if anyone else feels the same way, or expecting twins and wanting an honest look at what's ahead, this episode is for you.

Because raising twins isn't just a journey for mums—it's one dads are navigating too.

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Pregnant With Twins... Again? | Raising Two Sets of Twins with Leila from Village for Mama22 Jun 202601:14:48

What happens when you've already navigated the whirlwind of raising twins... and then discover you're expecting another set?

This week we're joined by Leila, founder of Village for Mama, postpartum educator, doula and mum of five—including two sets of fraternal twins.

Leila shares her remarkable journey from unexpectedly falling pregnant again to the shock of discovering it was twins for a second time at 20 weeks. Together we unpack the realities of raising five young children, what surprised her most about becoming a twin mum again, and why the second experience was so different from the first.

We also chat about:

  • Finding out you’re having twins... again
  • Going from three children to five
  • Twin pregnancy, birth and postpartum the second time around
  • The realities of raising two sets of twins
  • Building your village and learning to accept help
  • Why postpartum support matters for every mum
  • Leila's incredible Christmas Day birth story

If you're expecting twins, raising multiples, planning to grow your family after twins, or simply looking for an honest conversation about motherhood, this episode is packed with reassurance, wisdom and plenty of moments that will leave you saying, "I can't believe that happened."

Find Leila's Village here:

http://gather.villageformama.com

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Twin Mum Guilt: Why You Never Feel Like You're Doing Enough | With Psychologist & Twin Mum Mirinda Smith 15 Jun 202601:24:15

You spend so much time imagining what motherhood will look like.

The coffee dates. The playgroups. The family outings. The version of motherhood you pictured in your head.

Then twins arrive, and suddenly the reality can feel very different.

In this episode, we're joined by psychologist and twin mum Mirinda Smith from Satya Psychology for an honest conversation about the parts of twin motherhood that often catch us off guard.

We discuss the grief that can come with letting go of the motherhood you expected, why so many twin mums feel like they're never doing enough, the mental load of raising multiples, overstimulation, mum guilt, identity shifts, and the pressure to constantly improve ourselves.

Most importantly, we explore a powerful idea that kept coming up throughout this conversation: what if you're not actually doing anything wrong?

Whether you're in the newborn trenches, chasing twin toddlers, or simply feeling overwhelmed by the weight of motherhood, this episode is a reminder that you're not alone, you're not failing, and you might be carrying far more than you realise.

In this episode we discuss:

  • The reality of twin motherhood versus the expectations we carry into it
  • Why mum guilt feels impossible to escape
  • Overstimulation, rage and the mental load of raising twins
  • The identity shift that happens when you become a mother
  • Grieving the motherhood experience you thought you'd have
  • Why acceptance can be more powerful than constantly trying to "fix" yourself
  • Practical ways to support your mental health during the early years

We laughed, reflected, unpacked a few uncomfortable truths, and walked away with a few reminders we probably needed to hear ourselves.

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Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS): Cara's High-Risk Twin Pregnancy Journey08 Jun 202601:25:57

When Cara found out she was expecting identical twin girls, she had no idea her pregnancy would become a fight to bring them safely into the world.

Just weeks after discovering she was carrying twins, Cara was diagnosed with Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS) — a rare and potentially life-threatening condition that affects identical twins who share a placenta. What followed was a pregnancy filled with uncertainty, weekly monitoring, specialist consultations, 48 scans, and the constant fear of losing one or both babies.

In this deeply emotional episode, Cara shares her experience navigating TTTS, selective intrauterine growth restriction (sIUGR), and a high-risk twin pregnancy that tested her resilience in ways she never imagined.

We discuss:

  • What Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS) actually is
  • The early warning signs and diagnosis process
  • Living scan-to-scan during a high-risk pregnancy
  • The emotional toll of uncertainty and loss of control
  • When surgery is an option — and when it isn't
  • Managing anxiety while carrying high-risk twins
  • Reaching viability and preparing for an early delivery
  • The reality of bringing twins into the world after months of fear

Cara's story is a powerful reminder of the strength parents find when faced with the unimaginable, and a source of hope for anyone currently navigating a complicated twin pregnancy.

Whether you've experienced TTTS yourself, are expecting identical twins, or simply want to hear an incredible story of resilience, this episode is one you won't forget.

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Starting Solids With Twins: Allergens, Purees & Baby-Led Weaning | With Paediatric Dietitian Olivia Bates01 Jun 202601:04:04

Starting solids with babies can feel like a full-time job — and when you’re doing it with twins or multiples, it can feel even more overwhelming.

In this episode, we’re joined by pediatric dietitian and nutritionist Olivia Bates, founder of Nourishing Bubs, to answer all the questions parents have when starting their solids journey.

We chat about:

  • The signs your baby is actually ready for solids
  • Baby-led weaning vs purees
  • Introducing allergens safely
  • How solids should fit alongside milk feeds
  • Iron intake and toddler nutrition
  • Picky eating and food refusal
  • Practical tips for twin and multiple parents navigating mealtimes

This episode is packed with realistic, judgement-free advice and so much reassurance for parents trying to navigate this stage without losing their minds.

Whether you’re about to start solids or deep in the beige-food toddler era — this one is for you.

Connect with Olivia from Nourishing Bubs

Website: Nourishing Bubs
Instagram: @nourishingbubs

Created by paediatric dietitian Olivia Bates, Nourishing Bubs offers Australian-made purees, allergen introduction products and finger foods designed to make starting solids simpler for busy families.

As a special offer for All At Once listeners, use code AAO10 at checkout for 10% off sitewide at Nourishing Bubs.

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Are We Finally Coming Out the Other Side of Twin Motherhood?25 May 202601:15:56

In this special catch-up episode of All at Once, it’s just the two of us sitting down for an honest conversation about life lately — the beautiful moments, the hard ones, and everything happening behind the scenes of the podcast.

Gabi shares a deeply personal tribute to her Nana, a fellow twin mum, who recently passed away at 93. Together, we reflect on her incredible wisdom about motherhood, raising twins, letting go, and the joy children bring across generations.

We also introduce a new recurring segment: Survive & Thrive — where we each share one moment that made us feel like we were thriving in motherhood, and one where we were very much just surviving.

In this episode we chat about:

  • the evolving twin bond as toddlers grow
  • navigating public outings with multiples
  • toddler tantrums, swearing phases & big emotions
  • socialising struggles with toddlers
  • the bittersweet transition out of the baby stage
  • the realities of twin motherhood behind closed doors
  • hitting 10,000 podcast downloads (!!)

This episode feels like a voice note with friends — raw, emotional, funny and deeply honest. Whether you’re in the newborn trenches or navigating toddler life with multiples, we hope this conversation makes you feel a little more seen. 

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Twin Newborn Survival Guide: Sleep, Feeding & Routines with Parents2b Midwife Michelle Jackson18 May 202601:22:07

In this episode of All At Once we talk about the realities of bringing home twins, from feeding and sleep to routines, nursery setup and the logistics of managing two babies at once. Michelle shares practical, honest advice for expecting and new twin parents, including what products you actually need (and what you don’t), tandem feeding, triple feeding, sleep environments, routines, and how to navigate those overwhelming early newborn weeks.

We also discuss the emotional side of early parenthood, the pressure modern parents feel around routines and feeding, the importance of maternal mental health, and why there’s no one “right” way to raise twins.

In this episode, we cover:

– Preparing for twins before they arrive
– What most parents of multiples are unprepared for
– Twin feeding options and tandem feeding
– Triple feeding and feeding preterm babies
– Sleep routines and sleep environments
– Products you do and don’t need for twins
– Managing twins solo and overnight
– Support systems, partners and asking for help
– The mental load of twin parenthood
– Why every twin journey looks different

Whether you’re currently pregnant with twins, deep in the newborn stage, or simply trying to find your footing with multiples, this episode is packed with practical advice and reassurance.

Connect with Michelle from Parents2Be:

Website: Parents2Be
Blog: Parents2Be Blog
Instagram: @parents2be 

The information shared by Parents2B is published in good faith and for general information and educational purposes only. It should not be relied upon or used as the sole basis for making decisions without consultation from your chosen health care professional(s). P2B always recommends the use of common sense, making your own enquiries, and seeking professional opinion(s) before implementing any changes.

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Katie Bunton on Raising Twin Boys, Life Online & Alternative Parenting11 May 202601:18:29

In this episode of All At Once, we’re joined by twin mum, content creator and founder of Pipsqueak, Katie Bunton, who shares her experience of finding out she was pregnant with twins at 12 weeks following a miscarriage, and the realities of raising twin boys while building a business and online community.

From navigating the chaos of twin toddlerhood, to hiring an au pair for support, to turning social media into a full-time career during one of the most isolating seasons of motherhood — this is an honest conversation about parenting, identity, and creating a slower, more intentional way of living for their family.

We also talk about secondary infertility while trying to conceive baby number three after twins, multigenerational living, and the pressures that can come with motherhood and life online.

In this episode, we cover:

  • Finding out she was pregnant with twins after miscarriage
  • The realities of raising twin boys
  • Navigating the toddler years with twins
  • Hiring an au pair and alternative support systems
  • Turning social media into a full-time career
  • Motherhood and the isolation of early parenting
  • Secondary infertility after twins
  • Building a business while raising children
  • Creating a slower, more intentional lifestyle
  • Multigenerational living and modern parenting dynamics

If you’re raising multiples, navigating infertility, or trying to find a version of motherhood that works for your family — this episode will make you feel seen.

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From Miscarriages to Twins: Jerri Jones' Unexpected Journey to a Family of Six04 May 202601:01:06

In this episode of All At Once, we’re joined by Jerri Jones, who shares her journey through three miscarriages, unexplained infertility, and the shock of falling pregnant with twins.

From navigating a high-risk twin pregnancy during COVID, to being hospitalised with preeclampsia, to having an emergency caesarean just days before her planned delivery — this is a deeply honest conversation about resilience, advocacy, and trusting your instincts in pregnancy.

We also talk about the transition from two to four kids, and why having twins wasn’t necessarily the hardest part — unpacking the mental load, overstimulation, and what life really looks like raising four children across completely different stages.

In this episode, we cover:

  • A journey through miscarriage and unexplained infertility
  • The shock of falling pregnant with twins
  • Navigating a high-risk twin pregnancy during COVID
  • Being hospitalised with preeclampsia
  • Having an emergency caesarean just days before a planned delivery
  • The transition from two to four children
  • The mental load and overstimulation of motherhood
  • Why having twins wasn’t necessarily the hardest part
  • Raising four kids across completely different stages

If you’re navigating loss, a high-risk pregnancy, or life with multiples — this episode will make you feel less alone.

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Life with Quadruplets: Pregnancy, Birth & Raising Four Babies at Once with Taylah Tudehope-Glachan 27 Apr 202601:08:49

 What happens when you go in for your first scan… and find out you’re having four babies at once?

In this episode of All At Once, we’re joined by Taylah Glachan — mum to two-year-old quadruplets — who shares her experience of going from IVF to an instant family of six, navigating a high-risk pregnancy, months in hospital, and the reality of bringing four premature babies into the world.

From the shock of discovering she was carrying quadruplets, to being told the medical recommendation was to reduce the pregnancy, to spending two months admitted to hospital determined to make it as far as possible — this is a deeply honest conversation about motherhood when everything feels uncertain.

We talk about the birth of her four babies, their time in the NICU, and what life really looks like now raising four toddlers at once — from overstimulation and survival mode to the joy, perspective, and deep gratitude that’s come with it.

In this episode, we cover:

  • A long journey to pregnancy and the shock of discovering quadruplets
  • Navigating a high-risk pregnancy and complex medical advice
  • Spending two months in hospital and the mental load of waiting
  • What it takes to prepare for the birth of four babies
  • Life in the NICU and bringing babies home earlier than expected
  • The realities of raising four toddlers — overstimulation, logistics, and routines
  • Sleep, survival mode, and finding what works for your family
  • Why life with multiples can be different — but still full of joy

If you’re navigating a high-risk pregnancy, NICU, or life with multiples — this episode will make you feel less alone. 

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Premmie Twins, NICU & Trusting Your Instincts When No One Listens with Chontel Duncan20 Apr 202601:18:06

What happens when your twins arrive at 31 weeks… and you don’t get to take them home?

In this episode of All At Once, we’re joined by Chontel Duncan — mum of five, fitness entrepreneur, and twin mum — who shares her experience of going from three young kids to five, navigating high-risk pregnancies, premature birth, and six weeks in the NICU with twins. 

From being separated from her twin babies at birth, to walking out of hospital without them, to later having to perform CPR on her own child — this is a deeply honest conversation about the realities of early motherhood when things don’t go to plan.

We talk about advocating for your babies, making high-pressure medical decisions, feeding choices, and learning to trust your instincts — even when no one else is listening.

In this episode, we cover:

  • A high-risk twin pregnancy and premature birth at 31 weeks
  • What NICU life is really like as a parent
  • Leaving hospital without your babies
  • A medical emergency no parent expects
  • Navigating feeding choices and external pressure
  • Returning to fitness postpartum in a realistic way
  • Managing five young children, business, and mental load

If you’re navigating a high-risk pregnancy, NICU, or life with multiples — this episode will make you feel less alone.

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Twin Pregnancy, Pelvic Floor and What’s Normal vs Not (with the Mama Physio)13 Apr 202601:07:22

What actually happens to your body during a twin pregnancy, and what’s normal… and what’s not?

In this episode of All At Once, we’re joined by women’s health physio and mum of three, Jess (also known as Mama Physio). She works with pregnant and postpartum women every day, and is also in the thick of it herself with four month old twins and a toddler.

This isn’t just another conversation about twin pregnancy. It’s expert insight grounded in real experience.

We cover the physical realities of carrying twins, including common twin pregnancy symptoms, pelvic floor changes and what to expect during postpartum recovery.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • What’s normal in a twin pregnancy and when to pay attention
  • Pelvic floor health, pelvic girdle pain and why it can feel so intense
  • Exercise during pregnancy and the misinformation online
  • Whether strength and movement actually impact recovery after twins
  • Birth expectations and the problem with one size fits all advice
  • Raising twins as a twin, and how that shapes Jess’s perspective as a mum

Jess shares both her clinical expertise and personal experience, giving you clear, evidence-based guidance without the overwhelm.

If you’re pregnant with twins or in the early stages with multiples, this episode will help you understand what’s happening in your body and how to support it properly.

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How Do You Actually Get Twins to Sleep? (with Paediatrician Dr Golly)06 Apr 202601:07:13

In this episode of All At Once, we’re talking twins with paediatrician Dr Daniel Golshevsky — or Dr Golly, as parents know him. He’s a paediatrician with years of experience helping families with sleep, feeding, settling, and routines, and he shares practical advice that actually works in real life.

We cover the real challenges of feeding two babies, creating routines, surviving sleepless nights, and Dr Golly answers listener questions on everything from managing sickness to toddler sleep, breast refusal and reflux.

But what we loved most about this conversation is his focus on looking after mum — protecting your capacity, trusting your instincts, and making decisions that support you, not just your babies. You’ll walk away feeling not only informed, but empowered and reminded of how incredible you are for raising multiples.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • A realistic conversation about feeding twins and managing the load
  • How to create routines that actually work for multiples
  • Tips for settling two babies at once — and surviving sleepless nights
  • Navigating twin toddlers
  • Listener questions answered with real-world solutions

Whether you’re expecting twins, have newborns, or are navigating the early years, this episode is full of practical guidance — plus reassurance that you’re not alone.

Special Dr Golly Offer for Listeners:

Use code allatonce20 for $20 off any course at drgolly.com. Already purchased a Sleep Program and expecting twins? Email your sonogram to hello@drgolly.com for free access to the Twin Supplement.

Follow Dr Golly on Instagram for more tips: @drgolly

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Mum Guilt, Rage & Why It Feels So Heavy with Multiples30 Mar 202600:50:19

Most mothers of multiples grapple with the unspoken weight of mum guilt—and here’s why that feeling might actually be a sign you’re doing a better job than you think.

In this episode, we’re getting really honest about mum guilt, mum rage, and the mental load of raising multiples — because wow, it’s a lot.

We talk about the parts no one really says out loud: the overwhelm, the overstimulation, the moments where you feel like you’re being pulled in a million directions and still somehow not doing enough.

Sinead shares what it’s been like grieving the version of motherhood she imagined before twins — and how she’s learning to make peace with what it actually looks like. Gabi opens up about juggling a toddler and newborn twins, the guilt that comes with feeling split between them, and the emotional load of trying to be everything to everyone.

In this ep, we chat about:

  • Mum guilt with multiples
  • Those moments where mum rage sneaks in (and you’re like… where did that come from?)
  • The version of motherhood we thought we’d have versus what it actually looks like
  • The mental load of multiples and why it can feel so relentless
  • Trying (and often failing) to find a bit of space for ourselves
  • Why talking about this stuff out loud actually helps

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or like you’re not quite getting it right — this one is for you.

Because honestly? Most days we’re not thriving — we’re surviving. And that’s more than enough.

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Twin Pregnancy Explained: Risks, Birth & The Mental Load with Sinead’s OB Dr Drew Moffrey23 Mar 202601:05:16

 Twin pregnancy is often labelled “high risk”… but what does that actually look like when you’re the one living it?

In this episode of All At Once, we’re joined by Dr Drew Moffrey — Sinead’s obstetrician — to have a real, honest conversation about pregnancy with twins.

We unpack the different types of twins,, why there are so many extra scans and appointments, and what doctors are actually looking for along the way.

We also talk through birth — the options, the unknowns, and the scenarios you don’t always expect — as well as what happens after, including NICU and how families are supported in those early days.

But more than anything, this episode dives into the emotional side of it all — the mental load, the overwhelm, and how to advocate for yourself without feeling like you’re “too much.”

If you’re pregnant with twins, in the thick of it, or just trying to understand the world of multiples — this one’s for you.

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The Support Gap for Families of Multiples with Silje Anderson-Cooke from the Australian Multiple Birth Assocation (AMBA)17 Mar 202601:14:07

This week marks Multiple Birth Awareness Week, a time dedicated to recognising the unique experiences and challenges faced by families raising twins, triplets and more.

In this episode, we speak with Silje, Chairperson of the Australian Multiple Birth Association (AMBA) and a mum to triplets and a six-year-old. Alongside her advocacy work, Silje brings powerful lived experience to the conversation about what it really looks like to raise multiples.

We talk about why awareness matters, the gaps that still exist in support for multiples families, and what needs to change so parents navigating pregnancy, birth and life with multiples feel better seen and supported.

Because raising multiples is a completely different experience — and families of multiples deserve support that reflects that.

To learn more about the Australian Multiple Birth Association, connect with your local club, or find ways to support their work, check out the links below:

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Welcome to All At Once 16 Mar 202600:59:39

Welcome to the very first episode of All At Once — the podcast all about life with multiples.

Before we dive into conversations with experts, advocates and other parents of twins, triplets and more, we thought it only made sense to start at the beginning and introduce ourselves.

In this episode, Gabi and Sinead share their own stories of becoming mums of multiples — how their journeys unfolded, what life really looks like raising twins, and the conversation that sparked the idea for this podcast.

Because the truth is, All At Once started with a simple realisation: there wasn’t really a dedicated space for the honest, messy, funny and emotional stories of raising multiples. So we decided to create one.

This episode is all about who we are, how we ended up on this wild ride, and why we’re so passionate about building a community for parents navigating life with multiples.

If you’re a twin parent, expecting multiples, or simply curious about what life looks like when everything happens all at once, you’re in the right place.

Welcome — we’re so glad you’re here. 🎙️

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