Talking Twins and More, A Multiple Birth Podcast

Season 1 Episode 20: Behind the Scenes at AMBA with Ashlee Tenberge

Join us for part 2 of our chat with Ashlee Tenberge, Chairperson of the Australian Multiple Birth Association (AMBA), to uncover the heart and hustle behind the organisation supporting thousands of families with multiples.

Ashlee shares her own twin journey, how she got involved with AMBA, and what drives her continued passion for building community and change. From spontaneous volunteering to leading a national board, her story is full of humour, honesty and dedication.

Curious about how to get involved with your local AMBA club or what it’s like to volunteer as a twin parent? This episode is packed with real talk and encouragement for anyone navigating life with multiples.

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Season 1 Episode 19: Leading with Purpose After Premature Twins

What begins with two tiny babies in NICU turns into a national mission. Nix and Naomi chat with AMBA Chairperson Ashlee Tenberge about how her early motherhood experience sparked a deep commitment to helping other parents of multiples.

From stepping into her first volunteer role to suddenly leading a room full of strangers, Ashlee shares the unexpected path that brought her from overwhelmed new mum to national leader. Along the way, they unpack the emotional highs and lows of volunteering, playgroup friendships, and balancing it all with family life.

If you’ve ever wondered how to reconnect with yourself after becoming a parent, this episode will show the power of purpose, community and saying “yes” before you feel ready. Feeling unsure where to start? You just might find your people at your local AMBA club.

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Season 1 Episode 18: The Unexpected Realities of Being Pregnant with Multiples

From swollen feet to stairway scares, Nix and Naomi share the hilarious and downright awkward realities of carrying twins. Did Nix almost bring down a dodgy workplace staircase? And did Naomi accidentally break the law just trying to get to work?

The conversation dives into the weighty side of pregnancy too — literally and emotionally. The mums open up about body changes, stretch marks, and the pressure to bounce back, while balancing work, safety and self-identity during pregnancy. Have you ever felt unsure about how your body or brain was coping?

Between funny footnotes, sticker disasters and cheeky HOV lane confessions, this episode is an honest look at the weird and wonderful moments that come with growing more than one baby. What caught you off guard during your pregnancy? Listen now and share your story.

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Season 1 Episode 17: Naming Your Multiples

How did you choose your babies’ names? In this episode, Nix and Naomi share the heartfelt, hilarious and occasionally chaotic stories behind naming their twins. One started with family middle names, the other avoided tradition completely — and both faced unexpected dilemmas along the way.

From an anonymous forum saving Naomi from a major name faux pas to Nix navigating matchy-matchy names and initials, this is an episode packed with real talk, laughter and relatable moments. They also touch on the mental load of parenting, speech therapy wins and a spontaneous $120 Christmas outfit spree… in October.

Do your children have a name story that raised eyebrows or melted hearts? Join the chat and share your story with the Talking Twins and More community.

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Season 1 Episode 16: What We Did (and Didn’t Do) to Get Ready for Birth

What do you really need when getting ready to welcome twins or triplets? From skipped birthing classes and emotional pram purchases to discovering life-saving support through the Multiple Birth Association, Nix and Naomi reflect on how they navigated those chaotic months leading up to delivery.

With warmth and honesty, they share the items that mattered most, the ones they didn’t need, and the unexpected emotional hurdles they faced. What role did community support play? Did they regret not attending certain classes? And how can you prepare when you don’t even know where to begin?

If you’ve ever cried in a baby store or felt overwhelmed by all the gear you’re “supposed” to buy, this episode will feel like a reassuring chat with friends who’ve been there. Press play and feel understood.

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Season 1 Episode 15: Deciding Whether to Find Out Your Babies’ Genders

How did you decide whether to find out the sexes of your babies? Nix and Naomi open up about their very different journeys. One chose to be surprised while the other needed to know as early as possible. How much did other people’s reactions shape your experience?

From emotional scan moments to tearful car park realisations, their stories will resonate with any parent navigating life with multiples. They also reflect on how common comments like “Two boys? That’s a shame” or “A boy and a girl? Perfect, you’re done” can unexpectedly linger.

There is plenty of laughter too as the mums chat about school holiday chaos, clothing clean outs and the joy of small wins. Have you ever been swayed by what others expect from your parenting journey? Press play and join the conversation.

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Season 1 Episode 14: Pregnancy Announcements

Announcing a multiple pregnancy comes with its own rollercoaster of emotions. In this heartfelt episode, Nix and Naomi share how they broke the big news to their families and communities, from handmade Easter cards and Christmas surprises to a creative ultrasound reveal and even a live radio confession.

With stories that are both moving and funny, they open up about the nerves, the joy, and the unexpected reactions that came with sharing their twin news.

PLUS find out why Naomi is dreading the school holidays and why a day care drop off has been the best and worst on Nix's week!

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Season 1 Episode 13: Part Three of Jennelle’s Inspiring Triplet Journey – First Months, Feeding Challenges and New Beginnings

The first months home with triplets bring a whole new set of highs and hurdles. Jennelle returns to share what life was really like adjusting to three newborns, how she managed feeding around the clock, and why routine became her survival tool. How do you juggle three tiny babies at once? What tricks helped her cope with the exhaustion and create special moments along the way?

We also hear about the surprising challenges of balancing practical needs, managing emotions, and finding the courage to adapt when breastfeeding did not go as planned. Could you handle middle-of-the-night triple feeds alone? Would you know when to give yourself permission to change direction?

Jennelle’s story is real, raw and uplifting, offering comfort to every parent navigating life with multiples. Stay with us as we celebrate her strength, her journey, and the beautiful new chapter that grew from it all. Press play and be inspired.

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Season 1 Episode 11: Part Two of Jennelle’s Amazing Triplet Journey – Birth, Recovery and Real Life

In Part Two of Jennelle’s powerful story, we pick up right where we left off—at the edge of labour. Triplet mum Jennelle returns to share the deeply personal, emotional moments of giving birth to her three boys, navigating a traumatic hospital experience, and facing serious postpartum complications that almost separated her from her newborns.

She also shares the practical side of preparing for life with three—from choosing the right pram and car, to planning down to the week of pregnancy. It’s honest, raw and surprisingly uplifting as Jennelle opens up about what it really takes to bring triplets into the world and how she found strength through it all.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed as a parent, this episode is a reassuring reminder that you’re not alone. Plus, don’t miss the team’s hilarious weekly wins and fails—featuring robot hairdos, porridge dinners, and fashion-forward five-year-olds.

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