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We Are More Than Moms

Forget perfect parenting—this is the podcast moms actually want. These episodes feel like a late-night kitchen-table chat with your best friend: real, warm, and a little messy.

Each week, Annabel Lawee and Dale Stabler share unfiltered stories and host honest conversations about what motherhood really feels like—identity shifts, career pivots, mental health struggles, mom guilt, and the vulnerable truths that rarely make the highlight reel.

We’re not experts, nor will we ever pretend to be—just two mom best friends riding the rollercoaster right alongside you and creating a space where you feel seen, inspired, and never alone.

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Copyright: © Annabel Lawee

Latest Episodes:

The Conversation Every Mom Needs To Hear with Dr. Sarah Oreck Jun 12, 2025

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Today we’re joined by Dr. Sarah Oreck, a Columbia-trained reproductive psychiatrist and founder of Mavida Health, a virtual mental health clinic for moms.

We’re diving into the emotional truths of motherhood: the identity shift, the quiet grief for your former self, and the invisible mental load that never lets up. We open up about postpartum depression, anxiety, mom guilt, shame, and all the things no one ever warned you about. This is the conversation every mother deserves — the one that reminds you: you’re not broken, you’re human. Tune in for a raw, validating, and deeply honest episode that will leave you feeling truly seen.

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My Toddler is NOT cute with my baby Jun 05, 2025

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Just us today - your favorite best friend mom duo, spilling the (cold) tea on life lately. We’re deep in the toddler trenches: tantrums, snack strikes, bedtime battles, and the daily chaos of raising tiny humans with very big feelings. We’re chatting about the wild ride of toddlerhood, the sweetness of babyhood, and the weirdly emotional, surprisingly freeing experience of weaning, plus everything no one tells you about the end of breastfeeding. This season of motherhood is messy, magical, and full of moments that make you question everything, and we’re sharing it all.

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From modeling to motherhood, and the unexpected Battle with PPD/PPA in between with Adrianna Bach May 29, 2025

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In this deeply vulnerable episode, model and mama Adrianna Bach opens up about her powerful journey through severe postpartum depression and anxiety after the birth of her first child. What began with breastfeeding struggles quickly spiraled into feelings of isolation - especially within mom groups that pushed the “breastfeeding at all costs” narrative. Adrianna candidly shares the mental and emotional toll of PPD, the stigma that kept her in a cycle of shame and guilt, and the pivotal moment that led her to seek support through SSRIs. She also talks about the process of weaning off medication and how she redefined self-care from the inside out.

We explore the unspoken challenges of motherhood - from the pressure to breastfeed and shifting body image, to the invisible mental load and the exhausting trap of milestone comparisons. Plus, we dive into the power of mom communities and why finding the right one can make all the difference.This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the messy, beautiful, and complex experience of motherhood.

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‘Are you going to try for a girl?’ & the truth about gender disappointment May 22, 2025

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Gender disappointment is the side of gender reveals we don’t talk about enough. In this raw and honest episode, we open up about gender disappointment - the quiet grief that can come when expectations don’t match reality. We explore where those feelings come from, why they’re so taboo to admit, and how we can hold space for conflicting emotions: disappointment and gratitude. Whether you’ve felt it yourself or know someone who has, this conversation is about validating those emotions, navigating unsolicited comments, and embracing the child and family dynamic you were always meant to have.

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From Identity Crisis to Sweet Success: Jessica Dawson on Motherhood, Miscarriage, and Building a Business May 15, 2025

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On this episode of We Are More Than Moms, Dale sits down with her sister, Jessica Dawson, for an intimate and deeply personal conversation about her journey through motherhood, entrepreneurship, and resilience. Jessica opens up about the identity crisis she faced after having her first child—how it shook her sense of self and ultimately led her to pursue something entirely her own: a candy business that, despite its success now, wasn’t always smooth sailing. She shares what kept her going through the ups and downs of building a business while navigating motherhood, as well as the heartbreak of experiencing multiple miscarriages while trying to conceive her second child. Through it all, Jessica has learned invaluable lessons about perseverance, redefining success, and trusting the timing of life.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has ever felt lost in the transition to motherhood, struggled with fertility, or needed a reminder that even the sweetest success comes with challenges. Tune in for an honest, heartfelt conversation with my incredible sister.

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The Real Glow-Up: Friendship, Motherhood & Everything in Between May 08, 2025

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In this episode, Dale and Annabel get personal - opening up about life before and after motherhood, and how their friendship transformed along the way. From wild nights out in New York City to raising kids side by side in Los Angeles, they share candid stories about body image, shifting mindsets, evolving relationships, and the unexpected paths that led them to their husbands. D&A are pulling back the curtain on the moments that shaped who they are today. It’s an honest, heartfelt (and often hilarious) look at friendship, growth, and the messy, magical in-between.

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My daughter came out in the toilet bowl: Lisa Hayim on identity shifts, a thinning cervix, and motherhood May 01, 2025

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So excited to share the amazing Lisa Hayim, mom of almost 2, registered dietitian and content creator, with all of you! Our conversation today was deep. Lisa shares openly about the struggles with her second baby - from her infertility after easily conceiving the first time around, to her thin cervix, leading her to needing a cerclage. We chat about finding the ‘balance’ of what to share and what to keep private, especially as a content creator, how it is being married to a doctor, yet being more holistic and having home births. and what it truly means to surrender. Lisa also shares about her experience with her daughter’s high fevers and hospitalizations, and being in a phase of life where she is fully imbalanced yet okay with it.

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Navigating Motherhood Young, Raising 4 Kids, and Surviving a Rough Twin Pregnancy with Joyce Chabbott (@uppereastsidemommy) Apr 24, 2025

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In this episode of We Are More Than Moms, we sit down with Joyce Chabbott, the powerhouse behind @uppereastsidemommy. Joyce opens up about her unique journey—growing up in a tight-knit community, becoming a mom of four in her early 20s, and how she navigated the whirlwind of young motherhood. She shares candidly about her help situation, her approach to parenting, and the realities of raising kids in New York City.

We also dive into her incredibly challenging twin pregnancy, where she battled Bell’s Palsy and faced both emotional and physical hurdles. Joyce’s story is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and the ever-evolving role of motherhood. Whether you’re a mom of one or four, this episode is packed with relatable moments, wisdom, and an honest look at what it takes to juggle it all.

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The transition from 1-2: Is 2 under 2 easier than being pregnant with a toddler? Apr 17, 2025

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Now that Annabel’s son is six weeks old, both D&A have officially entered the world of two under two—a whirlwind of love, chaos, and constant adjustments. In this episode, they dive deep into the transition from one to two kids, sharing their personal experiences, the emotional and logistical challenges, and the unexpected joys that come with this new chapter. They break down the "mom math" of managing two kids, how their toddlers have adjusted to sibling life, and the shifts they've noticed in themselves as mothers. From evolving routines to practical tips and survival strategies, they cover everything they've learned along the way—offering insight, reassurance, and a few laughs for any parent navigating the same journey.

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Psychedelics for postpartum depression with Melissa Lavasani Apr 10, 2025

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**Trigger warning: contains mention of suicide**

On this deeply moving episode, we’re joined by Melissa Lavasani—a mom of two who turned to psychedelics to heal from postpartum depression when nothing else worked. Melissa opens up about her debilitating struggle with PPD during her second pregnancy and postpartum journey. At the recommendation of a friend, she turned to psychedelics as a last-ditch effort—choosing to isolate herself in the process due to the stigma and illegality of it at the time.

What followed was a transformation she never could’ve imagined: becoming an advocate for making psychedelics more accessible, especially when it comes to women’s mental health. Whether you’re personally navigating postpartum depression or not, normalizing these conversations and sharing alternative approaches to healing is powerful and necessary. You are not alone.

To be apart of the RECONNECT STUDY, visit:

reunion-ppdstudy.com/wearemore to learn more.

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