The Momference Minis: Dr. Amber Thornton on Parenting Your Oldest Child and Yourself
This spring, That Twin Mama took her mic to The Momference® — the premier, three-day gathering for Black and Brown millennial moms, powered by District Motherhued®. In a weekend built to nourish, uplift, and celebrate #BlackMomMagic, Lauren sat down with powerhouse moms, thought leaders, and healers to bring you these bite-sized, heart-full episodes straight from the DC mom squad that’s rewriting what community care looks like.In this mini episode, Lauren sits down with the brilliant Dr. Amber Thornton (yes, that Dr. Amber from Season One) for a quick but deeply honest chat about what it really means to parent your oldest child — and yourself — with more compassion. They unpack the emotional load oldest siblings carry, why we’re so dang hard on them, and how self-regulation is still the secret sauce for all the mama chaos.In this episode you’ll hear:-Why oldest siblings feel so much weight — and how gender shapes that story-Dr. Amber’s take on protecting our oldest kids’ soft spots-A reminder that parenting is messy — and that’s exactly how it should be💛 Dr. Amber Thornton — psychologist, mom, oldest daughter, author, and truth-teller on parenting + self-regulation. Find her and order her incredible book at https://www.dramberthornton.com/.💛 Listen to her episode on That Twin Mama Podcast Season 1 here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-emotionally-self-regulate-as-a-stressed-out/id1720436427?i=1000670479913If this one made you feel a little seen (or called out in the best way) — share it with another mom friend who needs the reminder that perfect isn’t real, but grace is. And don’t forget to leave your girl a 5-star review — it keeps this village growing. Subscribe so you don’t miss the rest of The Momference minis!📺 Subscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ThatTwinMamaPodcast/videos🎧 Podcast Website: www.thattwinmama.com/podcast📲 Follow on Instagram: @thattwinmamapodcastCredits:Production: Berty EnterprisesEditing: Nomadic OrcaMusic: Far Eye HousePhoto: Birch ThomasDesign: Erin Fox CreativeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/that-twin-mama-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Daniella Rabbani on Motherhood: How It Breaks You Down—and Builds You Back Up
Motherhood changes everything—your body, your boundaries, your belief in yourself. This week I sat down with my wildly talented friend Daniella Rabbani — actor, creator, mom of two, and host of Mom Curious. In this episode, we have a raw and layered conversation about what it means to come undone in motherhood… and then slowly, steadily, put yourself back together again.Daniella opens up about filming Oceans 8 while eight months pregnant (yes, she opens the movie with Sandra Bullock!), finding her voice in both motherhood and creativity, and navigating the deep work of raising kids while healing herself. We talk gentle parenting, mom rage, generational patterns, and why sometimes the most radical thing we can do is say, “I don’t know—but I’m showing up anyway.”We get into:Why her firstborn “opened the matrix” for her—and what shifted with her daughterBreaking generational cycles without breaking yourselfGentle parenting vs. actually parenting—what happens when the kids don’t listen?Why our kids chose us (and what that means for how we show up)“Parenting teaches you more about yourself than anything else. Sometimes I like what I see, sometimes I don’t. And that’s the work.”📣 Listen if you’re:Trying to parent differently than you were raisedFeeling stretched thin and wondering if you’re still “you”In a season of rebuilding—creatively, emotionally, spirituallyCurious what happens when motherhood becomes your greatest teacher✨ Mentioned:Daniella’s podcast Mom Curious https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mom-curious/id1602585064 The Better Sister (her latest show!) https://amzn.to/3GfG62g Her iconic Ocean’s 8 scene! https://www.instagram.com/p/C2-bDzyuRyV/ Lauren and Daniella at the Doula Expo https://youtu.be/sAKIR5o_cAk?si=fHIzn7O7CHXEbNpT 📺 Subscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ThatTwinMamaPodcast/videos🎧 Podcast Website: www.thattwinmama.com/podcast📲 Follow on Instagram: @thattwinmamapodcastCredits:Production: Berty EnterprisesEditing: Nomadic OrcaMusic: Far Eye HousePhoto: Birch ThomasDesign: Erin Fox CreativeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/that-twin-mama-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Two Babies, One Body, and Zero Time to Eat: Postpartum Nutrition with Allegra Gast
If you’ve ever made three square meals for your family and then realized you haven’t eaten anything yourself all day… this one’s for you.In this episode, I’m joined by Allegra Gast—nutritionist, postpartum guide, twin mom of four, and the voice behind @aloha.nutrition—for a much-needed convo on how we actually care for our bodies after birth… and long after the newborn phase ends.Allegra breaks down what happens to your minerals, hormones, and energy when you’re giving everything to your kids and skipping meals without meaning to. Whether you’re breastfeeding, chasing toddlers, or just in a season where coffee is your main food group—this is your gentle reset.We talk about:The mineral most moms are depleted in (and what to do about it)Why protein is your best friend when you're running on fumesEasy, affordable meal ideas that don’t require five prep bowlsHow your postpartum nutrition impacts mood, milk supply, and sleepHow to teach toddlers about food without power strugglesThe link between low blood sugar and mom rage (it’s real)This episode is about remembering that your needs matter too—and that a peanut butter sandwich counts as self-care if you eat it sitting down.✨ Mentioned in the Episode:Breastfeeding gear for twin moms https://amzn.to/3ZJ37kE Nutrition resources: @alohanutrition on IG https://www.aloha-nutrition.com/Add these nutrient-dense snacks to your baby registry! https://amzn.to/45wvZQY Allegra’s offerings: Mineral Mocktail Guide, Beyond Birth course, Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis https://education.aloha-nutrition.com🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. And if this episode helped, send it to your mom group chat or a mama friend who needs it.#ThatTwinMamaPodcast #PostpartumNutrition #TwinMomLife #FeedingTwins #LactationSupport #MomHealth #MineralMocktails #AlohaNutritionStay Connected:Be sure to subscribe for more candid conversations on parenting, relationships, and life with multiples. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and share with fellow parents navigating similar journeys.📺 Subscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ThatTwinMamaPodcast/videos🎧 Podcast Website: www.thattwinmama.com/podcast📲 Follow on Instagram: @thattwinmamapodcastCredits:Production: Berty EnterprisesEditing: Nomadic OrcaMusic: Far Eye HousePhoto: Birch ThomasDesign: Erin Fox CreativeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/that-twin-mama-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Singing Through the Hard Stuff: Motherhood, Magic, and Midnights with Lauren Paley
What happens when a viral singer known for hauntingly beautiful Disney ballads shares her unfiltered motherhood journey? You get this gem of an episode. Lauren Berty sits down IRL in Nashville with internet-sensation-turned-mama Lauren Paley—aka the Stairwell Siren—for a tender, hilarious, and deeply validating convo on motherhood, identity, and the magic of Disney cruises. From viral fame to postpartum anxiety, we cover it all (and yes—there’s singing at the end).In this episode, we talk about:How Lauren’s viral stairwell videos turned into a full-blown creative careerThe motherhood magic of their Disney cruise meet-cuteWhy singing in front of 15 million people is less scary than doing karaokePostpartum anxiety, night-time dread, and the myth of “good sleepers”Pumping stress, milk freezers, and learning to let goWhat it looks like to parent with intuition (not the internet)Social media perfection vs real-life motherhood messHow Lauren’s birth unfolded—including the Niagara Falls moment 😳Guest: ✨ Lauren Paley – Vocalist, viral content creator, and mama to sweet Piper. You’ve probably seen her singing in stairwells, garages, and your For You page. Follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/laurenpaley and TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@laurenpaley.Mentioned in this episode:Disney Creator Celebration CruiseThe Oura ring that snitches on your sleep deprivation https://amzn.to/4mvaTZ0 If you loved this episode: Send it to a mama who’s in the thick of it. Rate & review the pod—it really helps other women find our cozy corner of the internet. Follow Lauren @ThatTwinMama on IG for more behind-the-scenes.Credits:Production: Berty EnterprisesEditing: Nomadic Orca https://www.nomadicorca.com/Music: Far Eye HousePhoto: Birch ThomasDesign: Erin Fox CreativeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/that-twin-mama-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
That Twin Mama Podcast features topics, concerns, and questions that touch on all things motherhood and beyond, with a special added lens for moms of multiples. Lauren interviews experts, celebrities, and influencers tackling topics that make you feel seen, uplifted, and of course laugh as a mama trying to survive.
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