Talking Twins and More, A Multiple Birth Podcast

Season 1 Episode 10: From Years of Fertility Struggles to Triplet Mum – Jennelle’s Powerful Story

We’re celebrating a special milestone with our very first guest! Triplet mum Jennelle joins Nix and Naomi to share her extraordinary story—eight years of fertility struggles, the shock of discovering three heartbeats, and the emotional rollercoaster that followed. Her courage and honesty shine in this deeply moving conversation.

Jennelle opens up about the confronting choices she faced, the strength she drew from her support network, and the resilience it took to carry a high-risk pregnancy. Her experience speaks to the heart of so many parents navigating complex paths to parenthood.

Whether you’re a twin parent, triplet parent, or still finding your way through the early days, this episode offers solidarity, strength, and a powerful reminder that every journey is uniquely its own.

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Season 1 Episode 9: Third Trimester Challenges with Multiples

The third trimester with multiples can be a real rollercoaster. Nix and Naomi chat about everything from managing gestational diabetes and insulin shots to unexpected hospital stays and the emotional ups and downs that came with it. It was not always glamorous, but every day made a difference.

What is it really like to face bed rest, hospital stays and blood sugar battles while carrying two or more little ones? How do you keep spirits up when your body feels ready to give in? This week is all about the highs, the lows, and finding strength you never knew you had.

Settle in for a real and reassuring conversation about getting through the hardest part of pregnancy with a smile (most of the time). Press play and come share the journey with us!

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Season 1 Episode 8: Crazy Things We Did While Pregnant with Multiples

What wild and wonderful things did you get up to during your pregnancy? This week, Nix and Naomi share their funniest and most unforgettable stories from their twin pregnancies, including wardrobe mishaps, flying dramas, and even attending a huge concert at 30 weeks pregnant.

Have you ever wondered if you could still kick big goals while growing two (or more) little humans? Or pushed yourself just a little too far because you didn’t want to say no? From winning awards barefoot to last-minute permission letters to fly, the ladies open up about the wins, the struggles, and the lessons learned along the way.

Laugh along and feel seen as Nix and Naomi celebrate the moments of madness and magic that come with carrying multiples. Press play and share the journey with us — and don't forget to tell us your own crazy pregnancy stories too!

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Season 1 Episode 7: Preparing for the 2nd Trimester with Multiples

Things you wish someone had told you before welcoming your multiples! Nix and Naomi open up about the real experiences of the second trimester of their pregnancies, from endless hospital appointments to setting up the nursery and managing the whirlwind of emotions that comes with it.

What do you truly need to get ready for twins, triplets or more? How can you stay positive when everything feels overwhelming? Nix and Naomi share practical tips, honest advice and plenty of reassurance to help make the journey a little easier.

Join the conversation as they chat through the highs, the hurdles and everything in between. Press play to find support, laughter and real connection as you prepare for life with multiples.

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Season 1 Episode 6: Is it just a phase or should I be doing something?

Have you ever questioned if you're overthinking things? Wondered if it's “just a phase” or something more? Or felt alone in a sea of uncertainty while navigating milestones? You’ll relate to this one!

This week, Nix and Naomi get real about the early signs that led them down the path of assessments, therapies, and NDIS support for their twins. They share what it’s like raising multiples who reach milestones at different stages, the emotional toll of comparisons, and the challenges of getting early intervention.

Listen in for an honest, heartfelt conversation about trusting your instincts, seeking support early, and finding strength in shared experiences.

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Season 1 Episode 5: How Do You Cope with Unsolicited Comments as a Parent of Multiples?

Ever found yourself smiling politely while someone asked if your twins are “real” or assumed they must be identical just because they’re a pair? In this episode, Nix and Naomi dive into the sometimes hilarious, sometimes eyebrow-raising comments that come with being a parent of multiples. From supermarket encounters to unsolicited advice, they share how curiosity from strangers can catch you off guard—and how they’ve learned to navigate it all with grace (and a bit of sass).

What’s the most surprising thing someone’s said to you about your twins or triplets? Do people still ask if your boy-girl twins are identical? And how do you respond when someone says you must have your hands full? Nix and Naomi chat through it all, including the touching moments where strangers connect over shared journeys like IVF or the NICU.

Plus, don’t miss their wins and fails of the week—from supermarket chaos to navigating parenting milestones on the fly. Join the conversation over on our Talking Twins and More Facebook page—we’d love to hear your stories too!

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Season 1 Episode 4: Growing Bellies and Honest Body Talk During a Multiples Pregnancy

This week, Nikki and Naomi dive into the not-so-glamorous side of being pregnant with multiples—from stretch marks and pelvic pain to surprising wardrobe hacks and body image changes. They open up about what helped (and what didn’t), and why staying fit isn’t always as simple as it seems.

Why was Naomi sitting on a plastic bag to get out of the car? What did Nix wear to an awards night while heavily pregnant? And is she really a bad mum for convincing her son that a hippo was a hornless rhino? These hilarious and relatable stories will have every twin parent nodding along.

Tune in for plenty of laughs, real talk, and those “thank goodness it’s not just me” moments. It’s the kind of honest chat that makes you feel seen, supported, and maybe a little less alone in the chaos of parenting twins or more.

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Season 1 Episode 3: Real Talk on Car Trips, First Trimester Struggles and Twin Birthday Wins

This week, Nikki and Naomi open up about the real, raw moments of parenting multiples—think long car rides that derail bedtime routines and the hilarious (and slightly desperate) things they’ve done to keep their kids awake. If you’ve ever whispered “please don’t fall asleep now” from the driver’s seat, this one’s for you.

They also dive into the ups and downs of the first trimester, comparing experiences with morning sickness, fatigue, food aversions, and the unfiltered reality of constipation and pregnancy anxiety. It’s honest, relatable, and everything you wish someone had told you sooner.

Tune in for plenty of laughs, real talk, and the kind of support only fellow parents of multiples can offer.

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Season 1 Episode 2: How We Became Twin Mums in Totally Different Ways

In this heartfelt episode, Nikki and Naomi share their very different journeys to becoming parents of multiples. Naomi opens up about her long battle with endometriosis, her experience with IVF, and the emotional rollercoaster that came with it—including loss, resilience, and a beautiful outcome.

Nikki’s story brings a surprising twist—a whirlwind, unplanned pregnancy that changed everything overnight. She reflects on the shock, the unexpected timing, and how she and her partner navigated the early days of a completely new future.

Together, they highlight how no two paths to parenthood are alike. Through laughter, vulnerability, and some very real moments, this episode is a reminder of the strength, surprises, and love that come with raising multiples.

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Season 1 Episode 1: Find Out About The People Behind The Podcast

In our very first episode of Talking Twins and More, join Nikki and Naomi—two mums of multiples who didn’t know each other before this podcast—as they dive straight into the raw and real experiences of raising twins.

From IVF journeys and surprise pregnancies to juggling routines, career shifts, and the ever-changing chaos of daily life, Nikki and Naomi open up about what inspired them to create a space just for parents of multiples. You’ll learn more about their backgrounds, how they met, and what they hope to build through this podcast and the Talking Twins and More community.

Whether you're pushing a double pram on a walk, hiding in the pantry for five minutes of quiet, or rocking little ones to sleep, this episode is your invitation to feel seen, heard, and supported.

🍼 Follow us on Facebook at Talking Twins and More: A Multiple Birth Podcast and tell us—how did you find out you were having twins or triplets?

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