In this episode, we wrap up the year with a special collection of the most powerful, relatable, and unforgettable moments from the Twiniversity Podcast in 2025. From NICU heartbreaks to hilarious toddler confessions, these guest clips reflect the true emotional and logistical rollercoaster of raising twins. You’ll hear from moms, dads, and twin exp…

In this episode, we sit down with Lauren, one of the original Twiniversity voices and fellow twin mom, to talk about when life with twins actually starts to feel manageable. Lauren shares what those early years were like raising twin boys mostly solo while her husband worked long hours. She opens up about the constant pressure to do it all, the exh…

In this episode, I chat with Alexandra, a South Philly mom navigating life as a working mom while her husband, Nick, stays home full-time with their twin boys. From the chaos of a traumatic birth and postpartum recovery to the ongoing juggle of work, parenting, and marriage, Alexandra opens up about the emotional, financial, and personal recalibrat…

In this episode, I chat with Lily, a first-time mom who was preparing for life with one baby—until the ultrasound revealed twins. Eight and a half months later, she’s still learning to bend with the chaos, find her center in the exhaustion, and embrace the version of motherhood she never expected. Lily opens up about the emotional whiplash of going…

In this episode, I sit down with Traci, a fellow twin mom whose story hits home for so many of us. From a complicated pregnancy and early delivery to the long, sleepless days of NICU life, Traci opens up about what it really felt like to raise twins when nothing went according to plan. We talk about those moments when people’s “innocent” comments—a…

In this episode, I talk with Zara—a journalist, women’s health reporter, and twin mom—about how knowing too much sometimes gets in the way of just being a parent. Before she even saw two heartbeats on the ultrasound, Zara was knee-deep in reproductive health journalism, covering everything from fertility to pregnancy complications. But when life th…

In this episode, I talk with Julie—an identical twin, adoptive daughter, and now grandmother—about the extraordinary journey she and her sister took to find their birth mother at the age of 48. What began as a search sparked by a health scare turned into a deeply emotional exploration of identity, loyalty, and sisterhood. Julie shares how navigatin…

In this episode, I talk with Paige—a proud member of the Twiniversity mom squad—about her journey through twin parenthood and the unexpected challenges that reshaped her family’s first year. What started as a smooth pregnancy shifted dramatically at the 20-week scan, when Paige’s daughter was diagnosed with a congenital lung defect requiring surger…

In this episode, I chat with Kerri Otto—a twin mom, author, and advocate for parents of multiples—about her remarkable journey from pregnancy surprises to publishing her first children’s book. Kerri opens up about the shock of learning she was expecting twins, the challenges of a high-risk pregnancy, and the emotional rollercoaster of discovering h…

In this episode, we sit down with…In this episode, I chat with Myer—a dad of five, twin parent, and former Navy officer—about the unexpected journey that took him from anti-terrorism operations to parent coaching. Myer shares how raising twins shifted his perspective on fatherhood and inspired his mission to help other dads show up with presence, c…

In this episode, I chat with Traci—a lifelong book lover and twin mom—about her reading journey and how it’s evolved alongside parenting. From the books that shaped her childhood to the ways she sneaks in reading time now, Traci shares how stories have always been part of her life. We dive into the joys and challenges of introducing kids to reading…

In this episode, I sit down with Helen—a twin herself and now pregnant with boy-girl twins—to talk about her incredible path to motherhood. Helen shares her experiences with IVF, the challenges of endometriosis, and the highs and lows that come with fertility treatments. We dive into how growing up with a twin has shaped her parenting outlook, the …

In this episode, I talk with Carol—a Brazilian mom who moved to the U.S.—about her incredible journey through motherhood abroad. From trying to conceive to navigating the U.S. healthcare system and adjusting to life with twins, Carol opens up about the emotional and logistical challenges she faced. We discuss what it’s really like to raise a family…

In this episode, I sit down with Danielle Ferguson—a speech and language pathologist and fellow twin mom—to dig into the hot-button topic of tongue tie, lip tie, and buckle tie. We talk honestly about the myths, the hype, and the reality behind these diagnoses. As an IBCLC, I emphasize the importance of functional assessment over simply looking at …

In this episode, I talk with twin mom Emilia Merchen about her honest and emotional journey to completing her big family—with a surprise twist that ended in twins! Emilia shares how she and her husband went from planning for baby #4 to discovering they were actually expecting #4 and #5. She takes us back to that unforgettable moment in the OB’s off…

In this episode, we sit down with twin mom Sinead to explore what it’s like to navigate pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care in Australia. As a mother of fraternal twins, Sinead walks us through her experience with Australia’s healthcare system—from planning a C-section to receiving postnatal support that’s inclusive, accessible, and surprisingly …

In this episode, I talk with Lucy—a twin mom whose pregnancy took an unexpected and life-threatening turn when she was diagnosed with Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS) at just 16 weeks. Lucy walks me through the whirlwind of emotions and decisions that followed, including undergoing fetal surgery at Johns Hopkins to save her babies. We dive …

In episode 216 of the Twiniversity Podcast, I sit down with Kail Lowry—a mom of seven, including twins—to talk about the unique mix of challenges and joys that come with raising multiples in a big family. Kail opens up about life in a household of nine, how she works to give each of her kids individual attention, and what she’s learned about empath…

In this episode, we chat with Rebecca, an expectant twin mom and surgical resident, about her enlightening journey through pregnancy. Rebecca opens up about how she has come to realize that control is an illusion, especially in the context of balancing her demanding career and personal life. She shares her experiences of the profound importance of …

In this episode, we sit down with twin mom Kristen, a mental health advocate specializing in children and twin moms, as she shares her journey of burnout and discovery of self-care strategies. Kristen delves into the importance of understanding the sensory system and prioritizing self-care to avoid burnout and be better parents. We discuss practica…

Join us as we sit down with Twin Dad Zachary to hear about his whirlwind experience just as his twin babies were about to arrive. From enduring a hurricane that flooded their new apartment, to navigating through temporary living arrangements in Airbnbs, hotels, and friends' houses during the newborn phase, Zachary shares his family’s remarkable jou…

In this episode, we speak with twin mom Charlotte, who became a twin mom through IVF. Charlotte shares her surprise when a single embryo transfer resulted in a multiples pregnancy, recounting her tough journey through health scares, loss, an early birth, a traumatic C-section, and NICU time. She opens up about the challenges of figuring it all out …

In this episode, we chat with twin mom Kelsey, who, along with her husband and twins, transitioned from a shopaholic lifestyle to becoming nomads living in a 240 sq ft Airstream. Kelsey shares how they sold everything, got out of debt, and are now thriving while traveling across the U.S. They learned that less is more for their family. We discuss t…

In this episode, we speak with Michele, an identical-twin mom, about her realization that achieving a balanced life while raising twins is a myth. Michele shares her journey from discovering she was having twins and experiencing NICU time to struggling with work-life balance in the restaurant industry and doubting her effectiveness as a mom. She re…

In this episode, we speak with twin mom Katie, a military spouse with three singletons and a set of twins, about how she navigates raising five children while her husband serves in the military. Katie shares valuable advice from other military families on managing during her husband's deployments and frequent relocations. She discusses the vital su…