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We Are More Than Moms

We are not experts nor will we ever pretend to be. In these candid and honest conversations, we hope to create a safe space where listeners can relate to shared experiences and find comfort in knowing they’re not alone in the rollercoaster ride of motherhood. We’re just two first-time mom best friends, Dale Stabler and Annabel Lawee, navigating our motherhood journeys together, and hope that by sharing, we can support you on your own journeys. Welcome to our village, we’re so honored you’re here!

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Toddler Tantrums Feb 20, 2025

Our account has always been about keeping it real, not just sharing the highlight reels—so it’s time to talk about toddler tantrums. This is a phase none of us can avoid, and we want to normalize it because, honestly, tantrums are a healthy part of development. While we’re definitely not experts (manifesting Dr. Becky as a future podcast guest), we’ve picked up a few tips and tricks for navigating tantrums over the past few months. Whether it’s a public meltdown (arms flailing, lying on the ground), a private one at home, or in the middle of the street, we’re here to remind you that you’re not alone. We’ll share what’s worked for us—and if you have advice, we’re all ears!

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Carly Kremer on balancing entrepreneurship + motherhood and her postpartum anxiety journey Feb 13, 2025

In this episode, Carly Kremer, founder of Beekeeper’s Naturals, opens up about her postpartum journey, candidly sharing her experiences with intrusive thoughts, postpartum anxiety, and the decision to seek help through medication. She reflects on the challenges of returning to work after maternity leave, the anxiety it brought, and how it led to honest conversations with her team, investors, and community. Carly sheds light on the less glamorous side of entrepreneurship, discussing the delicate balance between running a company and navigating motherhood, as well as the guilt that often arises when one takes priority over the other. We also explore the concept of future tripping, a recurring theme in Carly’s life, and the strategies she uses to stay grounded. Her willingness to address these often-taboo topics is inspiring, and this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for an honest and refreshing perspective on modern motherhood.

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TBH our toddlers prefer their fathers… Feb 06, 2025

On today’s episode, D&A dive into the emotional rollercoaster of navigating their toddlers’ strong preference for their dads. We share our personal experiences, including the sting of being the 'less preferred' parent, the unexpected silver linings—especially during the transition of welcoming a new baby—and all the moments in between. Tune in as we explore the highs, lows, and surprising lessons that come with this phase of parenting.

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Bethany McDaniel on forging a nontraditional path to parenting, leading by example and embracing mindfulness in motherhood and business Jan 30, 2025

Bethany McDaniel, founder of Primally Pure, has revolutionized natural, non-toxic skincare, transforming the way we care for our skin. Beyond her success as an entrepreneur, Bethany is a devoted mom of three who has carved her own unique path in parenting, staying true to her values despite societal expectations. In this episode, we explore a range of topics, from home births and her mindful approach to feeding her kids, to the importance of parenting with presence rather than multitasking. Bethany reflects on resisting the urge to overstimulate children and emphasizes modeling the behavior we want to instill in them. She also shares her favorite clean beauty, haircare, skincare, and kid-friendly snacks, along with her top productivity tips and daily non-negotiables. Motherhood often comes with judgment, but Bethany reminds us of the power of curiosity over criticism, unlocking inspiration in the diversity of parenting approaches.

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Katie Sands on IVF, postpartum intrusive thoughts and being unapologetically herself Jan 23, 2025

Katie Sands Bochner is a talented content creator, TV host and a new mom of one. Katie speaks openly about her struggles to conceive, her experience with miscarriage, IUI, IVF and the mental journey / loss of control along the way. Katie opens up about her son’s abrupt arrival into the world over five weeks early, and the unsustainable high she was on, which ultimately led to postpartum depression in the form of intrusive thoughts 6 weeks in. It’s so refreshing to hear Katie talk about her experience with PPD, infertility, undersupply and identity so candidly, sharing so others feel less alone

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LA Wildfires: Reflecting on the week that changed LA forever Jan 16, 2025

Join D&A as we recap the past week in LA during what is being called one of the largest natural disasters in U.S. history. We share a play-by-play of the events as they unfolded, the heartbreaking reality of friends and family losing everything overnight, and how our community quickly sprang into action. From the day-to-day challenges of life in LA right now to the difficult decisions we’re making for our families amidst the noise, misinformation, and confusion, we open up about our emotions, learnings, and perspective shifts, as well as the overwhelming sense of gratitude we feel to be safe in our homes. When the fires struck, we immediately shifted into action mode to support families and moms in need. While we’re still actively helping, we’re now beginning to process everything that has happened. This episode is raw, emotional, and heavy as we navigate this journey together.

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Jordan Younger (The Balanced Blonde) on pregnancy trauma, surrender and advocating for yourself. Jan 09, 2025

Jordan Younger, also known as The Balanced Blonde rarely guests on podcasts and we are SO honored that she chose to share her story and open up to us on the podcast today. Jordan shares the darker side of pregnancy, as well as the intimate details of her dire health challenges during her second pregnancy. She recounts the physical and mental toll it took on her, the effect it had on her family, and the decisions she was forced to make in order to protect herself, despite them being ‘off-brand’. We discuss the importance of advocating for yourself in a room full of ‘experts’ and strategies to find inner strength even during your most vulnerable times. This episode is raw and unfiltered and an important contrast to ‘blissful’ pregnancy stories that we are constantly surrounded by.

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We are NOT in control: learning to release control and surrender to life’s twists and turns as moms Jan 02, 2025

In this episode, Dale and Annabel open up about letting go of control. Annabel shares how her second pregnancy has pushed her into full surrender mode, while Dale reflects on how life with two under two has taught her to release expectations and embrace the chaos. Motherhood and pregnancy are the ultimate bootcamps in relinquishing control—forcing us to let go of rigidity, redefine productivity, and delegate more of the mental load we carry as moms. D&A discuss the challenges of releasing perfection, trusting others to step in, and breaking free from old standards that no longer serve them. They also dive into how this shift extends to their partnerships, learning to trust their husbands to take on more, and finding freedom in releasing control over “how things should be.” If you’ve ever felt the weight of trying to do it all, this conversation will leave you feeling seen and ready to let go.

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Night nurses, newborn sleep, and our experiences with sleep training Dec 26, 2024

Today, Dale and Annabel dive into the world of newborn sleep— while they’re not experts, it’s something that’s front and center for them as Dale navigates it with her second baby and Annabel prepares for the arrival of baby number two. From sleep schedules to sleep training, Dale shares her journey of teaching her son to sleep and self-soothe, the differences she’s noticed between her two kids, and the valuable lessons she’s learned about tuning into each child’s needs. Annabel opens up about her toddler’s sleep journey, as well as the stigma and guilt often tied to sleep training and why, despite the judgment, it was the right choice for her family. Together, they discuss the pros and cons of different approaches, offer practical tips for new parents, and explore the various types of newborn nurses—from night nurses to sleep consultants—and what to consider when hiring one. Whether you’re in the trenches of sleepless nights or preparing for your baby’s arrival, this episode is full of honest insights.

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In laws / parents and parenting Dec 19, 2024

One of the most talked about themes on our instagram: navigating in laws / parents. Everyone has their own family dynamic, but D&A shed some light on their personal experiences with their family and in-laws, as well as common family dynamics so many of us experience. They discuss the fine line between parents, ‘parenting’ us vs. being grandparents to our kids, the importance of clear boundaries and outlining roles / responsibilities and the need for mutual respect. While our parents / in laws may want to share opinions and advice for our own benefit, sometimes we as parents need to make our own mistakes and go through our own journey in order to learn and gain confidence as a mom. The mom / in law / parent relationship is a tricky one - we’re definitely not experts on this, but we are learning to set some important boundaries which we hope will help you on your own journeys.

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Jeanette Aranda (@shutthekaleup) on rebuilding after infidelity and divorce Dec 12, 2024

Today's episode is truly special as we sit down with Jeanette Aranda, widely known as ‘Shut The Kale Up.’ Jeanette opens up about her journey through her husband's infidelity and their subsequent divorce, the incredible community that supported her, and the meaningful, honest relationship she cultivated with her two boys as a result. We dive into the beauty of embracing our imperfections, the importance of unlearning childhood patterns to parent consciously, and how to connect with your intuition and inner wisdom as a mom. Jeanette’s perspective is nothing short of inspiring—she lives by the mantra, “Life is happening for me, not to me,” even amidst life’s challenges. This episode is sure to leave you feeling empowered, inspired, and ready to embrace your own imperfectly perfect self.

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How Ann Marks (Full Feedings) raised 3 kids while going through grief and divorce and turned it into a success story. Dec 05, 2024

An inspiring, “goosebump-inducing” episode on resilience and strength with Ann Marks - a single mom of three and the founder of full feedings: a supportive online program to help parents get more sleep, without having to do any drastic sleep training or letting your baby cry it out. Ann shares her raw and unfiltered journey, navigating the loss of both her parents, going through a rough divorce, all while simultaneously raising 3 kids and building a business on sleep to provide for her family (stark difference from her days on America’s Next Top Model). We speak openly about her grief, how she processed it, her best advice to anyone going through loss or divorce as well as those supporting those grieving. Ann’s attitude to life is so refreshing, it all came down to a choice - to continue showing up for her family, to make ends meet, and to let go of her past childhood patterns and parent from a more self-aware and conscious place. Be prepared to cry, laugh and fall in love with this amazing women through her story - no sugar coating, no striving for perfection, just real life.

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Vent Away Mamas Nov 28, 2024

In this episode, D&A bring their ‘Vent Away Friday’s’ Instagram series to the podcast. We share some of the most common ‘vents’ and themes - from in laws, to body image, to partner resentment, shame and guilt. If anyone is going through it right now, this episode will help you realize you are not alone.

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Roxy Earle on life in the spotlight with Real Housewives, toxic relationships, learning to love her body, birth trauma and the importance of advocating for yourself Nov 21, 2024

An incredible raw and vulnerable conversation with ex Real Housewives of Toronto, Roxy Earle. Roxy is an entrepreneur, body positivity enthusiast, and incredible mama of two. This is a must listen episode on reinvention, resilience and loving yourself for who you are. Roxy shares about her life in the spotlight pre motherhood, thriving in public, yet crumbling in private. She opens up about her toxic relationship and how it ultimately brainwashed her, why she thought she was infertile and how her rock bottom enabled her to be the inspiring mom she is today. Roxy also shares the traumatic details of her second birth (trigger warning) which emphasizes how important it is to advocate for yourself. Such an inspiring story and such impactful takeaways around body acceptance, identity shifts, the importance of our self worth not being defined by our looks or accomplishments and as Roxy says, “never outsource your self-esteem”.

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The pressure to ‘do’ Nov 14, 2024

I’m sure many moms listening can relate, the pressure to ‘do’ is real. It was real before kids, but it’s even more accentuated post kids. D&A discuss how they’ve started to unlearn old programming of ‘do, do, do’, how taking moments for themselves to recharge is just as important and how multitasking, while sometimes a good thing, can also be detrimental. They also talk about the boundaries and systems they have in place to ensure they’re including time to rest, either alone or with family, so they can be present and recharged.

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D&A on their career journeys, identity shifts into motherhood and how More Than Moms began Nov 07, 2024

So many of you have asked us to share more about our careers so here it is! Spoiler alert, we both work full-time and More Than Moms was started as a passion project to quench our longing for community as new moms. We discuss our careers post-college and how they morphed into what we do and who we are today. While we have had very different career paths, we’ve shared many common themes including embracing change, taking risks, evolving, pivoting, and starting before we were ready. We speak candidly about how motherhood shifted our careers, our struggles / identity crisis in motherhood and how ultimately, motherhood allowed us to really uncover and show up as our authentic self, creating more alignment in our lives. We dive into identity shifts, not letting our career ‘title’ identify who we are, and the many parts of our identity aside from motherhood - because if you’re a working mom or stay at home mom, we’re all more than moms.

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D&A Catchup: Pregnancy Insomnia + back pains, the Newborn bubble, the transition from 1-2, organization and delegation as moms Oct 31, 2024

In today’s episode, D&A chat in real-time about life lately: Dale in her newborn bubble / adjusting to a family of 4 and Annabel 21 weeks pregnant with a high-energy toddler. We speak candidly and vulnerably about our experiences, from visitors in the early days and setting strong boundaries, to learning how to slow down and say “no.”

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Dale’s Birth Story, Early Postpartum Days, feeding and adjusting to a family of 4 Oct 24, 2024

Dale shares openly about her final days of pregnancy (she spontaneously went into labor on her due date!), what she did to naturally “induce” herself, her birth story and the main differences this time around: how she introduced Leo to his baby brother, her feeding journey and everything in between. Oh and of course, her first meal post delivery.

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Tara Moni on 3 boys under 2, embracing her changing identity and the unglamorous truths of a working mom balancing 3 young kids Oct 17, 2024

Tara Moni joins us today on the podcast! She had 3 boys under 2 (now 3 under 3). When her first son was 18 months, she welcomed identical twin boys into her family. She’s the founder of La Maregold, a resort-wear brand and a content creator. We dive into the unglamorous truths of what ‘doing it all’ actually means (spoiler alert, it’s not possible). Tara is unapologetically herself which is so refreshing, and shares authentically about the behind the scenes village that allows her to work, have a social life and make time for her husband/friends, all while having 3 young kids. As a girly girl living with 3 boys and her husband, Tara continues to foster her femininity and creativity through her love for fashion.

Tara shares her journey from running partnerships at SomethingNavy to venturing out on her own / starting her dream brand post kids - letting go of resistance to her changing identity and instead embracing it. We discuss how she skipped the transition from 1-2 and went directly from 1-3 kids, and how that impacted her identity, her relationship dynamic and her parenting styles. And of course, we get you some great styling tips on how to dress during pregnancy and postpartum from the queen herself - hint: effortless and affordable sets!

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How does intimacy change once you become parents? Oct 10, 2024

Intimacy (physical, emotional, mental & spiritual) evolves a lot during motherhood. For us, intimacy doesn’t feel as easy and ‘spontaneous’ as it used to be, it requires intention, nurturing and sometimes even planning now that we have more responsibilities. We chat through our love languages, our new definitions of intimacy and how we foster it in our relationships, false expectations, as well as learnings from ‘The Queen’s code’ by Alison A. Armstrong which has helped us better understand how men operate.

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Michaela Podolsky on 3 under 3, being pregnant 4 years in a row and finding clarity and purpose through becoming a mom Oct 03, 2024

So special to have Michaela Podolsky on today’s episode. She has not done a podcast since 2021 (with her sister Arielle Charnas), so we feel SUPER honored she decided to share with us. We’ve both been following Michaela for quite some time, so this was a full circle moment for us. Michaela shares the realities of 3 under 3, what the hardest transition was, and how being pregnant for 4 consecutive years impacts your identity and relationship with your body. She also shares openly about losing a twin in her first pregnancy and navigating that loss, while moving to Florida away from her family in NYC who she is exceptionally close with. We dive into Michaela’s relationship with her sisters and how they’ve inspired her career / motherhood journey, as well as her relationship with her husband, Brett, and their secret to a strong relationship after 3 kids and 10+ years of being together. She discusses how she parents vs. how she was raised - including how her own mother instilled confidence in her at a young age. Overall, Michaela’s positive, glass half full attitude to life is incredibly refreshing and inspiring and we know you will love this episode as much as we did!

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How understanding your Human Design can help you on your motherhood journey with Alexandra Cole Sep 26, 2024

Very excited to Welcome Alexandra Cole to the podcast today. Alexandra is a human design expert and coach, helping individuals, couples and families become more effective communicators, decision makers, business owners, partners and so much more by leaning into their unique design. So what is human design? How can it help you lead a life with more ease? How can it help you parent? How can it optimize your communication with your partner and make you more efficient and effective with your time? We talk through it all. We’re all designed to operate in different ways and we all have a different magic. Alexandra explains how human design is a powerful tool to optimize your life and live according to your true nature and purpose.

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We’re the first generation of mothers with “urgency culture” Sep 19, 2024

D&A get real about their relationships with technology - the sense of urgency that stems from our phones that tend to pull us from the present moment. We discuss the boundaries we’ve implemented to protect our peace, why we have to create intentional boundaries, how to notice when we need them, how to stick to them and also command respect from others. We’re in a world that can greatly benefit from technology, but we need to use it as a tool vs let it rule us, so we can protect our energy and peace, while also being role models for our children.

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Sari Diskin on pregnancy loss, trying to conceive and the ups and downs of her fertility journey Sep 12, 2024

We are so honored Sari chose to share her intimate pregnancy and fertility journey with us on today’s episode. Sari shares the difficult process of getting pregnant with her second. She discusses letting go of her desire for a certain age gap, her miscarriage and the isolating feelings that ensued, struggles with self-blame, going through infertility while others around her were sharing their pregnancy announcements, and what led to her success with fertility treatments. Sari is open and raw about the emotional rollercoaster, speaking openly about her mental health and emotions along the way. We discuss what to say / not say to someone who is going through it, the importance of finding someone to advocate for you and the realities of things not being in our control, no matter how much we try.

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Lucie Fink on the transition from 1-2 and getting real about mental health, breastfeeding, money and the mental load Sep 05, 2024

One of our favorite episodes to date, we welcome Lucie Fink, soon to be mother of 2 (any day now!), video creator, YouTuber and podcast host. As all three of us are pregnant with our second, we discuss the transition from 1-2 and what she would do differently. We dive into the mental toll of breastfeeding, the self-inflicted pressure we sometimes put on ourselves and the resentment of carrying the mental load, regardless of how helpful and present our partner is. Lucie shares about her identity struggles postpartum and how she morphed her platform into one that speaks openly about taboo topics - sex, money and mental health. We get real about money, Lucie’s relationship with it stemming from her upbringing, and how she now approaches it as a mom. This is a must listen episode for any parent…

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When you spend your first trimester in Paris Aug 29, 2024

Exciting news! Annabel is pregnant and found out unexpectedly the week before she left to Paris for the summer. This episode shares the behind the scenes journey from a few days before she left at only 5 weeks pregnant, to right when she returned at almost 12 weeks! Annabel shares it all - the feeling of finding out she was pregnant and then leaving her comfort zone for 2 months, to finding an OB in Paris and how different the process / guidelines were (from doctor bedside manner to food restrictions), and how she dealt with navigating nausea/fatigue in a new environment.

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Baby #2 Incoming Aug 22, 2024

In today’s episode, Dale shares how she’s getting ready for baby #2 (and two under two), the differences between her two pregnancies and what she’s planning on doing differently this time. We answer all of your questions - from how she found out (and the shock / conflicting emotions that came with it), how she’s been talking about it with Leo / how she’s planning their first meeting, the new boundaries she’s going to set in her postpartum period around visitors and maternity leave, the help she plans on having, the guilt she feels on spending less time with Leo and so much more. This is a must listen - all the questions around pregnancy and postpartum ‘planning’ answered.

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Marlie Cohen (Kale and Krunches) on bouncing forward, postpartum anxiety, and surrendering to motherhood Aug 15, 2024

We’re so excited to have Marlie Cohen on the pod today! Mom of 2, fitness and motherhood content creator and founder of “Bounce Forward”, a health and fitness app for busy moms. We discuss leaning into your motherhood era: from body image, to mindset, identity and letting go of the concept of ‘going back’ to your old self. In this episode, we talk about how to embrace and surrender to this new chapter, as well as the struggles that come along the way. Marlie shares openly about her experience with postpartum anxiety, intrusive thoughts and her struggle with panic attacks and how she learned not to identify with it. This episode is packed with practical advice from a mom who experienced dark times and hopes that my sharing, you’ll feel less alone. The foundation of our platform.

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An LA mom living and parenting in Paris Aug 08, 2024

Living and parenting in France is VERY different than the US and Annabel’s here to answer all of your questions: from why they’re in Paris, what they brought and what they bought, how they found an apartment and a nanny, their daily schedule with Gemma (15 months) and all the ways they’ve adapted to French culture and living. Annabel discusses her observations as an American mom living in Paris, the unique parenting / cultural differences and which French parenting techniques she’s bringing home with her. Lastly, she shares how relocating to Paris with a toddler, while an incredible experience, was not always as glamorous as it may seem. Being completely out of your comfort zone can really test you, but there’s also so much magic in that - so much growth and key lessons that will help shape her motherhood journey.

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Do I need this product? Most asked product edition Aug 01, 2024

In today’s episode, D&A take their Instagram series of ‘do I need this’ to the pod for a part 2. They spill the tea on the most asked about baby products: if they’re worth the money, or if they’re worth skipping. They touch on everything from cribs vs bassinets, playmats and Lovevery subscriptions, high chairs, diapers, baby proofing and everything in between - and the highlight, nose booger/mucus devices 😂.

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“Just wait! You’ll never….” Jul 25, 2024

This episode dives into the “Just wait” comments that can easily scare moms and expecting mothers. When people project their labor horror stories, sleepless nights to come, or “watch out for those terrible twos” it can be invalidating and unsettling to say the least. D&A chat about the unwarranted ‘just wait’ comments across every milestone of their motherhood journey.

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Cameron Rogers on mental health, postpartum depression, healing your inner child, intimacy and sex Jul 18, 2024

We get real today with Cameron Rogers, the queen of authenticity on all things motherhood and mental health. No topics are off limits - postpartum depression and anxiety, the “roommate” phase, therapy, sex and intimacy (spoiler alert: she’s having the best sex of her life post-baby), and the identity crisis that comes with motherhood. As three recovering perfectionists, we get into the importance of healing our ‘inner child’ in order to show up best for our children without projecting our past traumas onto them. Cameron shares how she transformed from a high strung, super competitive, fast-phased college athlete turned wall-street professional, and surrendered into the chaos of motherhood.

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Put your own oxygen mask on before helping others Jul 11, 2024

In today’s episode, we talk about taking care of ourselves as a new mom and how we’ve redefined our definition of self-care. Especially as moms, we need to commit to (not detract from) the practices that make us feel good, mentally and physically, in order to show up as the best mom for our children, in addition to the best version of ourselves. We discuss how we make time for ourselves in this new chapter, our favorite practices and rituals and how feeling good >> looking good in our new era.

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Mom shame Jul 04, 2024

Shame came on quite strongly for both of us during motherhood - we felt alone and isolated throughout various stages of pregnancy and motherhood. It’s one of those ugly emotions that eat at you, so we’re here to break it down and share our experiences with it. D opens up about the shame that came up on her breastfeeding journey and A shares about the shame she felt surrounding her birth experience. D&A chat through many other instances of shame they’ve experienced in motherhood and how as women, a lot of the expectations we’re ‘supposed’ to meet are impossible and often times conflicting. We’re supposed to be with our kids 24/7 and not have help, yet we’re also supposed to work and make money. We’re shamed if we take a solo trip with our husbands without our kids, yet also shamed if we don’t put our relationship first. Damned if we do, damned if we don’t.

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Milestones & Comparison Jun 27, 2024

There are so many “milestones” for our children that are tracked since the day they’re born. Not just from our doctors, but it seems to be the first question most people ask when asking about your child. In this episode, we dive into the emotional component and get real about the shame, guilt and judgement that can arise if our children don’t hit milestones “on time.” We may wonder if our children are behind or blame ourselves for not “doing enough.” D shares openly about her son’s walking status and how our emotions toward milestones are in fact a huge mirror into our past childhood experiences. We chat through what we can do to heal our inner child and remove the shame we attach to it. Our children will forever be hitting milestones, I mean does it ever end? We have to find ways to protect our peace. This is a must listen for any parent going through it.

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Megan Roup on the summer of ‘no’, identity shifts, body image, less is more and embracing the fleeting nature of phases Jun 20, 2024

Megan Roup is a celebrity trainer, founder of The Sculpt Society and most importantly, an incredible and inspiring mom of two. We talk all things identity and chat through the process of re-learning what it means to show up authentically postpartum, working-mom guilt and handling “hustle culture” when you enter motherhood. Megan talks overwhelm and boundaries, while also reminding herself every phase is temporary. We discuss body image, healing unhealthy relationships to food and the mindf*** of body dysmorphia during pregnancy and postpartum. Last but not least, we discuss all things pelvic floor (PSA - it is not normal to pee in your pants postpartum, hear why). Overall, this episode is raw, real and a glimpse into the real rollercoaster ride and balancing act of motherhood.

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Are we romantic partners or business partners? Jun 13, 2024

One of our most requested topics - relationships. With the new responsibility of a child, our relationship dynamic changes - duh, we just don’t think we realized how extreme the change would be. We speak candidly about falling into defined roles, co-existing / co-parenting vs spending quality time together, the importance of clear communication, intentionality with our time, and how we keep our romantic relationship from turning into a business relationship - a work in progress for us.

Is ‘balance” even achievable? Does resentment of carrying the mental load sometimes get in the way of connection? How do we go about prioritizing our partner and not taking our relationship for granted? Tune in to her more…we’ll definitely need a part two.

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D&A Catchup: New toddler phases, Dale’s baby moon, this pregnancy vs last, transition to milk, separation anxiety, mom intuition vs doctor prognosis, reframing resentment into gratitude Jun 06, 2024

Tune in while D&A catch up in real-time after Dale’s babymoon. We chat about all the pieces that need to fall into place in order to take a trip, toddler separation anxiety and the new phases our children are in. Annabel and Dale share their recent experiences listening to their mom intuition when it comes to doctor visits and being an advocate for their kids. Dale shares a recap of this pregnancy vs her first, as well as some big news about her nanny…she’s on the hunt again!

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Routines: Sleep, naps, feeding, solids May 30, 2024

Today’s episode is all about routines. We’re big fans of routines as they keep us sane, but getting on a routine that works well for your family, be it: sleeping, eating, napping, etc is hard. We chat through the first year of schedule and share our day-to-day routines, including our morning and night time routine. We speak about sleep training, starting solids, meal planning and how everything feels daunting the first time around. We chat about how we block out the noise and do what’s best for our families, go at our own pace and do what feels comfortable to us.

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The postpartum Identity crisis May 23, 2024

Let’s chat: identity. Yes we are first and foremost moms, but we’re also so much more than that. Regardless of if you’re a working mom or a stay at home mom, we’re all innately multifaceted as humans, we’re sisters and daughters, friends and partners…the list goes on. In this episode, D&A chat about their previous identities, and how they’ve shifted, how motherhood has forced them to take inventory of their ‘roles’ and make adjustments to ensure alignment. They discuss identity crisis, questioning their purpose, uncovering so much about themselves after becoming a mom, and realizing that it’s okay to have conflicting desires - wanting to have a careers, yet also wanting to spend all day with your kids. Wanting to have alone time, but feel guilty taking it. Wanting to have an active social life, but not want to leave the house. All these different expressions can be true at the same time - the shame and guilt that comes with these desires is societal, not our own.

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Do I need this product? Newborn edition May 16, 2024

In todays episode, D&A take their instagram series of ‘do I need this’ to the pod. They spill the tea on the most asked about baby products: if they’re worth the money, or if they’re worth skipping. They touch on everything from bouncers vs swings, strollers (is the Doona worth it?), baby monitors, pumps and everything in between.

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JOMO > FOMO May 09, 2024

Comparison is innately part of us as and let’s be honest, this construct feels intensified during motherhood. From body image to baby milestones, preschool admissions and so much more, the comparison and fear of ‘falling behind’ is real. How do we ground ourselves? How do we tune inwards and learn to make decisions based on our own intuition? We explore how our ego meddles with our parenting decision and why it’s important to pause, take inventory and sometimes give ourselves a reality check.

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D&A Catchup: First solo trip, pelvic pain, G’s first birthday, new definition of productivity, busy isn’t better, toddler mom injuries May 02, 2024

Tune in while D&A catch up in real-time after Annabel took her first real solo trip away from her daughter. We chat about the emotions of leaving and the aftermath and the importance of time with your partner. Dale shares about the pelvic pain she’s been experiencing in the second trimester and what she wish she knew and Annabel talks Gemma’s upcoming 1st birthday and how first birthdays should really be a celebration for the parents. They lean into the new meaning of “productivity” ever since becoming a parent and and how Dale got a bloody nose from her son.

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We need help, not a new friend Apr 25, 2024

All things nannies! The caregiver-parent dynamic and relationship can definitely be a complicated one. It’s an emotionally charged, intimate working relationship, which can arguably be one of the most important relationships working parents have. D&A chat hiring and switching nannies, the boss/employee dynamic, the day-to-day working relationship and what they’ve learned along the way.

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I’d like to breastfeed in private, thanks. Apr 18, 2024

In today’s episode, D&A chat all things boundaries and our experience with this construct starting in pregnancy and into motherhood. From visitors and family, to work and friendships, boundaries have become integral to keeping our sanity. As moms, time is our biggest commodity, and without boundaries, we’ve found ourselves feeling anxious and spread too thin, especially as recovering people pleasers. We don’t have all the answers, but we do shed light on how boundaries play a role in our lives, as well as discuss some of our personal favorites.

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The five types of mom friends Apr 11, 2024

The friendship episode where D&A chat about the new friendships they created during motherhood, the ones that have drifted, and the ones that have evolved through the different stages. We talk about how we handle the changes and letting go of friendships that no longer serve us, and the importance of surrounding ourselves by the right community.

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Stop trying to fit into your old jeans Apr 04, 2024

Body image will always be one of our most requested topics. Dale and Annabel speak about their relationship with body image during pregnancy and postpartum: their journeys, their triggers, their struggles with resistance and their path to acceptance and gratitude. They discuss the toxicity of comparing themselves to their prior (non-mom) self, the mind fuck of ‘bounce back culture’ and trying to fit into your old jeans, as well as the strategies that helped them come out of this journey with a stronger relationship with their bodies.

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“Oops I did it again!” Mar 28, 2024

Get to know your hosts, Annabel and Dale. Hear about their friendship, how they started the ‘We Are More Than Moms’ community, their hopes / goals for this podcast and of course, some big news! Dale is pregnant (again!) and she’s sharing her unfiltered story, which was quite different from her first. Hear how it all went down - the play by play, the vulnerable emotions, the learnings and everything in between.

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More Than Moms - Trailer Mar 21, 2024

We are not experts nor will we ever pretend to be. We’re new moms sharing our personal experiences - unfiltered. The raw emotions of early motherhood, the unglamorous moments, the societal pressures - we’re sharing it all.

If you can google it, you won’t find it here. We’re here to talk to you as fellow mamas and friends, not tell you how, when and what to do. In these candid conversations, we commit to sharing honestly and vulnerably. We’re just two first-time mom best friends, Dale and Annabel, navigating our motherhood journeys together, and hope that by sharing, we can support you on your own journeys. Welcome to our village, we’re so honored you’re here!

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