Your all-things breastfeeding, step-by-step, need to knows episode. When to prepare - in pregnancy or after birth and why? Can you breastfeed twins - is it possible? Days zero-plus, weaning, how partners can best support, her expert advice on the best products or services, as well as Emily's own personal story on becoming an unexpected mum to 5, after a surprise twin pregnancy during the 2020 COVID lockdowns. Plenty of gems and helpful insights. 

00.00 - Introduction 

02.35 - Guest story: surprise twins makes five  

13.24 - Pregnancy should you prepare here and why? 

17.36 - Where Partners can best support 

22.55 - Breastfeeding Day 0 - first stages 

21.15 - What is Mastitis, how to avoid and treat it 

29.42 - Top product/ services recommendations 

31.36 - Weaning or when breastfeeding doesn't go as planned

35.31 - What she wishes most breastfeeding families knew, that they normally don’t 

Links:

• Emily's business and online consultations here and instagram here 
• Australian Breastfeeding Association Course: information for breastfeeding multiples and singletons 
• Breastfeeding grief book - why you might feel grief, how to move on 

Hey There Thrivival Podcast:

I'm Emily, a twin and twin mum. I have researched extensively, curating the most modern (frump-free) tips, efficiency hacks, expert advice - as well as the most recent research and data. Books, white papers, medical papers, online groups, articles - sifted through it all, for you.

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This weeks episode focuses on educating you on your medical team, led by an Obstetrician Gynaecologist (or OBGYN if you're based in America). If you're a new parent, expecting twins, triplets or multiples - our expert guest Dr. Sarah Lyons has delivered not only single babies, but also twins (including mine) and a few sets of triplets!  Dr. Lyons is also a twin, and a recent new mother herself making this episode packed full of valuable insights.  

The episode covers: 

• What an OBGYN does (private and public options) 
• Selecting an OBGYN for twin or multiple births and what to check
• The 3 pregnancy trimesters and your OBGYNs role in each 
• Common considerations
• NICU or Neonatal Intensive Care Unit 
• Tips for partners and support people 
• Delivery insights   
• Postpartum and self-care once your little miracles arrive

I hope this episode brings you and your family joy and better sets you up to thrive, rather than just survive!
Note these are general insights - always seek personalised expert advice. 

Dr. Sarah Lyons links: 

• https://www.drsarahlyons.com.au/
• https://www.instagram.com/drsarahlyons/

Hey There Thrivival Podcast:

I'm Emily, a twin and twin mum. I have researched extensively, curating the most modern (frump-free) tips, efficiency hacks, expert advice - as well as the most recent research and data. Books, white papers, medical papers, online groups, articles - sifted through it all, for you.

If you have guest recommendations or ideas, feedback - please email [email protected] or message on social platforms.

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Are you a partner or dad looking to learn top parenting tips from other dads and partners? Perhaps you have one and just found out twins are on the way! 

Todays guest is Brendan Smith, a dad of 3. First, he had and his wife Christie, had their son Oscar, then surprise they got lucky with twin girls! Brendan shares his insights on what it’s like to be a partner and dad, how to care for yourself and also caring for your family in parenthood. 

His top tips and best product recommendations.

As always, If you enjoy the show - would really appreciate if you rate and review us, so the algorithm places this show in front of other new parents in need of support. Let’s jump in! 

For a FREE New Parent Time Back Hacks & Top Products Guide - click here.

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I hope this helps you best navigate this exciting time and be well set up to thrive, rather than just survive. 

Brendans Recommendations linked: 

• Twin Z - double baby feeding and sitting pillow 
• Pregnancy week by week- Tracking and Education App - BabyCentre
• Dad guide book Brendan recommends - The Expectant Father 
• Auto milk heater 

Hey There Thrivival Podcast:

I'm Emily, a twin, twin mum who's passionate about thriving, not just surviving. I have researched extensively the best tips, efficiency hacks, expert advice - as well as the most recent research, and data. Books, white papers, online groups, articles - sifted through it all, for you.

If you have guest recommendations or ideas, feedback - please DM me on socials or email [email protected]

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Expecting twin or multiple babies, recent parents of twins or intrigued by what it's like to have >2 in one go?
Wondering what the pregnancy, symptoms, postpartum and new parent journey might look like?
Are you a partner, friend or family member hunting for top support tips and key product and gift ideas?

Then today's episode is for you! Gaby Pinget is a mum to identical twin boys. After undertaking IVF, Gaby and her wife Kate imagined life with one baby at least to start - however life had other plans! Their gorgeous boys arrived early, spending time in NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) after complications as the boys were identical. Today they are happy, healthy, cheeky boys. Tune in for insights and tips.

For a FREE New Parent Time Back Hacks & Top Products Guide - click here.

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I hope this helps you best navigate this exciting time and be well set up to thrive, rather than just survive. 

Show References & Links: 

• Twin Z Pillow (Gaby's pick) 
• Flat Top Breastfeeding Pillow pillow - My Breast Friend (Emily's pick) 
• Madela Hands Free Pump or here 
• Madela Hands Free Pumping Bra  
• Free Library New Parent Rhyme Time days - great for mood and mental health (Google for your nearest location)

Hey There Thrivival Podcast:

I'm Emily, a twin and twin mum. I have researched extensively the best tips, efficiency hacks, expert advice - as well as the most recent research, and data. Books, white papers, medical papers, online groups, articles - sifted through it all, for you.

If you have guest recommendations or ideas, feedback - please DM me on socials or email [email protected]

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Instagram @HeyThere_Emily  
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Want to be set up to thrive and have less pressure on your finances and family?
Betsy is an expert with all the proven insights, easy to understand steps on what helps families best thrive in parenthood. Having worked in banking, private wealth, fintech and as a regular guest on national television including the Morning Show - this is an episode not to be missed.

Save this episode, take notes and enjoy this relatable, easy-to-do tips on how to leverage tools, super, and make money work for you.

Links: 

• https://moneysmart.gov.au/ 
• https://www.instagram.com/betsywestcott
• https://www.betsywestcott.com/  

Guest Bio:
Betsy is a Licensed Financial Wellness Coach and the founder of the Inner Money Journey, a financial coaching platform that helps clients live a financially free and secure life allowing them to experience true prosperity. Betsy’s passion is improving the financial lives of others and advocating for financial wellbeing. 

Across her career Betsy has worked in both large financial institutions and some of Australia's most exciting fintechs including NAB, ANZ, Macquarie, Xinja Bank and Future U. She's qualified as a Financial Advisor, Mortgage Broker and Certified Money Coach.  She's an ambassador to the Ladies Finance Club, has co-created the Dealing with Financial Stress course with David Koch. She is a regular financial commentator in podcasts, articles and news outlets including the Project, Sunrise, The Morning Show and Your Money, Your Life.

Hey There Thrivival Podcast:

I'm Emily, a twin and twin mum. I have researched extensively the best tips, efficiency hacks, expert advice - as well as the most recent research, and data. Books, white papers, medical papers, online groups, articles - sifted through it all, for you. I hope this podcasts helps you best navigate this exciting time and be best set up to thrive, rather than just survive.

If you have guest recommendations or ideas, feedback - please DM me on socials or email [email protected]

TikTok @HeyThere_Emily 
Instagram @HeyThere_Emily  
YouTube @Hey There Emily
Podcast: Hey There Thrivival 

Why make a twins, parenting, health and wellness podcast?
Here's a video on the 'why' behind the Hey There Thrivival Podcast.

You can expect a modern - step by step guide, the latest research, with other twin parents, top experts covering pregnancy, preparing your relationship, finances, preparing, skin, bump, bust, symptom management, HG, celebrating, recovery, logistics and travel, return to work and more!

I'm Emily, a twin and twin mum. I have researched extensively the best tips, efficiency hacks, expert advice - as well as the most recent research, and data. Books, white papers, medical papers, online groups, articles - sifted through it all, for you. I hope this podcasts helps you best navigate this exciting time and be best set up to thrive, rather than just survive. 

If you have guest recommendations or ideas, feedback - please DM me on socials or email [email protected] 

TikTok @HeyThere_Emily 
Instagram @HeyThere_Emily  
YouTube @Hey There Emily https://youtu.be/JCgpr0FlrIc
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