We Are More Than Moms

If you’ve ever been in the middle of a grocery store, restaurant, playground, or sidewalk meltdown and thought, why is my kid the only one losing it right now? this episode is for you.

We’re talking all things toddler meltdowns: the public ones, the exhausting ones, the ones that make you question everything you’re doing as a parent. We unpack why it feels like everyone else’s kids are calm and well-behaved (spoiler: they’re not), and how isolating it can be when you only see the highlight reels of parenting—both in real life and...

In this episode, Natalie Holloway, founder of Bala and mom of three, opens up about the real juggle of motherhood and entrepreneurship. We talk identity shifts after each child, mom guilt, the mental load, and the systems that help her run her life. Natalie shares how she and her husband balance being both co-founders and partners, how she tunes out the noise to trust her intuition, and the parts of her life most people never see.

She offers helpful tips for balancing motherhood and career, how to move through hard seasons, and an honest look at...

If you’re in the thick of toddler life — the constant “no’s,” the hitting and biting, the screaming, refusing dinner or bath, rough transitions, and meltdown-after-meltdown — this episode is your new survival guide. We’re joined by Devon Kuntzman, toddler expert, parent coach, and founder of Transforming Toddlerhood, who specializes in helping parents navigate these exact moments with confidence and calm.

Devon breaks down what’s normal, what’s developmentally appropriate, and gives you practical scripts for what to actually do in the moment. Annabel and Dale open up about their latest toddler meltdowns and struggles — the re...

In today’s episode, Dale opens up about something deeply personal, intentional, and years in the making: her upcoming breast augmentation in the new year. This isn’t a beauty-decision story; it’s an honesty story, a coming-home-to-yourself story, and a conversation about doing something for you after years of your body being in service to pregnancy, breastfeeding, motherhood, and everyone else’s needs. Dale shares why she chose to move forward now, how she knew she was truly ready, and the clarity she needed around whether or not she was done having kids. She talks about what it was like...

In this week’s episode of More Than Moms, we’re getting real about the most wonderful and emotionally complicated time of the year. If the holidays bring up stress, family tension, or the pressure to make everything magical for everyone else, you’re not alone, and this one’s for you.

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This week, we sit down with Holly Owens (aka @wellthybelly) for an open and intentional conversation about the decision to become a mom, andnow her journey of becoming one after years of navigating health issues and healing from Lyme disease.

Holly shares what it looked like to move through one of the most personal choices a woman can make: whether or not to have children, and how she found clarity through tuning inward, faith, and trust in her body rather than pressure or expectation. We talk about the societal noise around motherhood, building a birth team...

Now that we each have two “toddlers”… our tune has changed a little. This week we’re breaking down the real transition from one to two kids — the good, the hard, the logistical circus, and the surprising parts no one prepares you for. We’re talking: Is 0→1 easier, or is 1→2 the real plot twist? And knowing what we know now… would we have a third? 👀👀👀

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We manifested our dream guest — Valeria Lipovetsky! We dive into what it really looks like to evolve through motherhood, marriage, business, and identity. Valeria shares why she feels more grounded and powerful — truly in her prime — at 35, the real work behind “doing it all,” and what her kids have taught her about letting go and resilience. We talk about building a strong foundation in marriage, asking for help without guilt, dropping the martyr mentality, and grieving past versions of yourself to step into who you’re becoming.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re “doing it wrong,” this on...

We’ve been told screens are bad, that too much time in front of them will ruin our kids… cue the mom guilt. But the truth? It’s more complicated than that.

In this episode, we’re getting real about how we use screen time — the messy “balance” we’re all trying to find — and how to make it work for our families instead of against us. We talk about living in a tech-heavy world, being part of the last generation (hey, millennials!) who grew up both with and without screens, and now raising kids who’ve never known life any...

We sit down with acclaimed celebrity doula Lori Bregman to demystify what a doula really does: from pregnancy to birth—and how that support can calm fear and build confidence. Lori shares how she partners with doctors and midwives, helps families navigate hospital systems, and counters the fear-mongering messages that often surround birth. She offers grounded guidance and spiritual tools for staying flexible when plans change and for letting go of control.

In this heartfelt episode, Annabel opens up through tears about her own raw birth experience—the unexpected C-section that left her battling shame and the...

We’re not the “perfect wives” no aprons, no homemade sourdough, and our husbands definitely don’t come home to folded laundry or dinner waiting. But we’re sharing the insider details on our marriages: how we’ve evolved, how we divide responsibilities, what we fight about, and how we actually connect in our post-kids era. We’re pulling back the curtain on the hard talks, the things we’re still working on, how we feel about date nights, and those recurring fight patterns we can laugh about (most days). Honest, funny, and refreshingly unfiltered — this is definitely not marriage advice, j...

This episode is real talk about modern motherhood and why so many of us feel pressured to overdo everything. TikTok’s “chill mom,” Aubrey Matthesius, shares her refreshingly simple approach—stripping back the noise of consumerism and letting go of the idea that you need every gadget or Pinterest-worthy routine to be a good parent. We cover controversial topics like sleep training, the baby items she’ll never use and the few she can’t live without, and the surprising reasons she thinks we should ask boomers for advice. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by motherhood’s extremes, this episode will...

When life changes in an instant, how do you keep moving forward? In this powerful conversation, Amanda Kloots opens up about losing her husband Nick during COVID, raising her son Elvis as a single mom, and finding the courage to live fully in the face of unimaginable loss. What began as figuring out how to support her son and their future became something deeper — a story of resilience, evolution, and stepping boldly into what’s next.

Amanda has lived many lives — Broadway dancer, fitness entrepreneur, TV host, author, and now founder of Proper. With each reinvention, she’s...

Annabel and Dale sit down for a heartfelt talk about the food narratives we grew up with and how they surface now that we’re raising kids. From boomer-era rules like “you must finish your plate” to subtle messages about dieting, guilt, and “good” versus “bad” foods, we unpack the beliefs we want to leave behind and the realities of our children’s eating habits today.

Together we explore how childhood memories shape the way we feed our kids—from sneaking off to a friend’s house to raid their pantry because we weren’t allowed those treats at home...

Leah Van Dale: known to WWE fans as Carmella — has lived many lives: NFL cheerleader, WWE superstar, entrepreneur. But her biggest identity shift came with motherhood. In this raw conversation, Leah opens up about navigating life as both a stepmom and now a mom to her son Dimitri, and the identity crisis of going from world-traveling performer to sweats-at-home mom life. She shares her experience with miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy, including moments when her pain was dismissed as “normal,” and how those losses shaped her path to motherhood.

Leah also discusses leaving WWE and what it meant...

In this conversation we explore what it really takes to build the right support system at home: from the lens of Annabel and Dale (two moms who do it differently). One of us relies on nearby family (and paid help), the other on paid caregivers, and together we unpack the trade-offs of both. We talk about the hidden logistics of managing help, how to build trust with nannies and sitters, and the unspoken truths that surface—control, guilt, shame, even quiet resentment.

This is an honest look at how family help can blur boundaries, how paid he...

What happens when you throw kids into the mix of even the strongest marriage? Intimacy gets harder, resentment creeps in, and connection can get buried under exhaustion and endless to-dos. In this episode, we sit down with Jocelyn and Aaron Freeman — bestselling authors, relationship coaches, and parents — to explore how to keep your relationship thriving in the thick of parenting. From navigating sex and intimacy to building new ways of communicating and creating emotional safety, the Freemans share raw, practical tools for staying close. We also dive into how resentment builds, and why understanding each other’s childhoods and trigge...

Before her family became a household name, Heidi D’Amelio was a stay-at-home mom in Connecticut, raising two daughters and living a ‘normal’ life. Then, almost overnight, her daughter Charli went viral on TikTok… and everything changed.

In this episode, Heidi reflects on life before the fame, how her family stayed grounded through the whirlwind, and the identity shifts that followed. She opens up about rediscovering who she is beyond “mom,” and what it looks like to carve out space for herself in this next chapter. This conversation is honest, inspiring, and a powerful reminder to embrace grow...

POV: You’re a postpartum mom, trying to feel good in a body that doesn’t feel like yours anymore. Meanwhile, your feed is flooded with bounce-back stories and Ozempic-fueled transformations. In this episode, we unpack the slow, emotional journey of postpartum body image: from the pressure to “get your body back” to the way we speak to ourselves in the mirror. We share what’s helped us feel strong again (physically and mentally), how we navigate fitness and nutrition without chasing perfection, and why GLP-1s like Ozempic are quietly reshaping what’s considered “normal.”

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This week we’re diving into the big and small transitions shaping our motherhood journey right now. First up: the question so many families wrestle with — do we have another kid? For us, it’s do we have a third? We unpack the tug-of-war between the dream of another baby and the reality of bandwidth, identity, and resources. Then we shift to preschool prep — the bittersweet emotions of letting go, watching your child step into a whole new world, and what it stirs up in us as moms.

And because real life never hits pause, Annabel shares an updat...

This week’s episode is a little different—and a deeply personal one for Dale. After more than a decade of building Sweats & The City alongside her longtime partner, Elizabeth, Dale is stepping into a new chapter and continuing the platform solo.

She opens up about the emotions behind this transition: the gratitude, fear, and excitement that come with closing one door while opening another. From how the decision unfolded to what this community has meant over the years, Dale shares candidly about navigating identity, growth, and change.

If you’ve ever faced a big...

This episode is for the moms who’ve ever thought, “It’s just easier if I do it myself.” We’re unpacking the resentment, the martyrdom, and the tension between trusting others and wanting to scream when your baby didn’t nap, the bottle was left out, or bedtime went off the rails. We talk about the mental load it takes just to leave the house — the prepping, the guilt, the micromanaging — and why it’s so hard to let go, even when we truly want the break. From weeknight date nights (and why 5:30pm is the sweet spot) to learning how to...

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Mallory Goldman to talk about her journey into motherhood, surrogacy, and what it means to rebuild when life doesn’t go as planned — both literally and emotionally. Mallory opens up for the first time about the emotional play-by-play and aftermath of losing her home in the Pacific Palisades fire earlier this year, and how that life-altering moment reshaped her perspective and deepened her sense of gratitude. 

She also shares what led her to pursue surrogacy, the complexities and nuances of the process, and why she chose to keep that...

In this episode, we’re flipping the script on the tired narrative that life ends after kids. That motherhood takes everything from you. That you’ll lose yourself completely. Because for us? Motherhood was the glow-up in so many ways.

We’re diving into how becoming moms made us better: in our relationships, our confidence, our bodies, our careers, our boundaries… even in how we attract abundance and opportunity. From the messy middle to the breakthroughs, we’re sharing how we reconnected with who we are, found deeper clarity, and stepped into versions of ourselves we never expe...

In this episode, D&A dive into all things travel with two kids — the good, the chaotic, and everything in between. From how we prep and pack (hint: snacks and low expectations), to what actually helps on flights, to navigating hotel sleep setups and adjusting plans on the fly — we’re breaking down what’s worked, what hasn’t, and what we’ve learned along the way.

Whether you're gearing up for your first family getaway or just need some solidarity before your next travel day meltdown, this conversation is full of real tips and tricks, honest momen...

Today we’re joined by Jennie Monness: early childhood educator, entrepreneur, podcast host, and founder of Union Square Play and Charmspring, for a raw and refreshing conversation about modern motherhood. Jennie opens up about her journey as a recovering perfectionist: how she’s learned to let go, embrace her imperfections, and offer herself the same grace she hopes to model for her kids. We dive into the importance of routines (and when to let go of them), how to navigate public meltdowns, and what it really means to parent with intention vs. not pressure.

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We’re so excited to finally share what we’ve been building: The Next Chapter. A 6-month guided group coaching experience for the woman within the mother. This episode is personal. We’re pulling back the curtain on our own identity struggles — the “who am I now?” moments, the fog, the parts of ourselves we lost and are still reclaiming. Because let’s be honest: there are endless resources for baby sleep and postpartum weight loss… but what about you?

We created this because we lived it. The identity loss. The blurry in-between. The “I love my kids, but I mis...

This is the conversation every mom needs to hear about nannies, from how to find one, verbalize your non-negotiables, navigate the logistic to the emotional weight that often comes with it. Dale shares her recent experience of having to find a new nanny and the practical, actionable steps that helped her through the process.

But this episode goes deeper than just the how-to. We open up about the shame and mixed emotions many moms feel around having a nanny, ourselves included, even when we know it’s what allows us to show up as our best sel...

Today we’re joined by Emily DiDonato and Christina Garcia - co-founders of the skincare brand Covey, real-life best friends, and moms who built their business while pregnant at the same time. This conversation was really special - a heart-to-heart between two sets of best friends building businesses and raising families side by side. 

We talk about what it looked like to launch a company (and raise money!) while growing humans, how their friendship evolved through motherhood, and the realities of leading a team while navigating identity shifts, sleepless nights, and the pressure to “bounce back.” Emily o...

From waitlists and walk-throughs to wondering if your toddler is really ready, the preschool decision can feel like the first big test of parenthood. In this episode, we share how we chose our kids’ schools, what factored into those choices, and how we learned to tune out the noise. We talk about reading your child’s cues - whether they thrive in a smaller, slower setting or a big, buzzing one, and resisting the urge to follow the crowd. We’re unpacking the pressures, the comparisons, and the reminder that preschool isn’t a status symbol, it’s about what works...

Today we’re joined by Dr. Sarah Oreck, a Columbia-trained reproductive psychiatrist and founder of Mavida Health, a virtual mental health clinic for moms.

We’re diving into the emotional truths of motherhood: the identity shift, the quiet grief for your former self, and the invisible mental load that never lets up. We open up about postpartum depression, anxiety, mom guilt, shame, and all the things no one ever warned you about. This is the conversation every mother deserves — the one that reminds you: you’re not broken, you’re human. Tune in for a raw, validating...

Just us today - your favorite best friend mom duo, spilling the (cold) tea on life lately. We’re deep in the toddler trenches: tantrums, snack strikes, bedtime battles, and the daily chaos of raising tiny humans with very big feelings. We’re chatting about the wild ride of toddlerhood, the sweetness of babyhood, and the weirdly emotional, surprisingly freeing experience of weaning, plus everything no one tells you about the end of breastfeeding. This season of motherhood is messy, magical, and full of moments that make you question everything, and we’re sharing it all. 

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In this deeply vulnerable episode, model and mama Adrianna Bach opens up about her powerful journey through severe postpartum depression and anxiety after the birth of her first child. What began with breastfeeding struggles quickly spiraled into feelings of isolation - especially within mom groups that pushed the “breastfeeding at all costs” narrative. Adrianna candidly shares the mental and emotional toll of PPD, the stigma that kept her in a cycle of shame and guilt, and the pivotal moment that led her to seek support through SSRIs. She also talks about the process of weaning off medication and how she...

Gender disappointment is the side of gender reveals we don’t talk about enough. In this raw and honest episode, we open up about gender disappointment - the quiet grief that can come when expectations don’t match reality. We explore where those feelings come from, why they’re so taboo to admit, and how we can hold space for conflicting emotions: disappointment and gratitude. Whether you’ve felt it yourself or know someone who has, this conversation is about validating those emotions, navigating unsolicited comments, and embracing the child and family dynamic you were always meant to have.

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On this episode of We Are More Than Moms, Dale sits down with her sister, Jessica Dawson, for an intimate and deeply personal conversation about her journey through motherhood, entrepreneurship, and resilience. Jessica opens up about the identity crisis she faced after having her first child—how it shook her sense of self and ultimately led her to pursue something entirely her own: a candy business that, despite its success now, wasn’t always smooth sailing. She shares what kept her going through the ups and downs of building a business while navigating motherhood, as well as the heartbreak of e...

In this episode, Dale and Annabel get personal - opening up about life before and after motherhood, and how their friendship transformed along the way. From wild nights out in New York City to raising kids side by side in Los Angeles, they share candid stories about body image, shifting mindsets, evolving relationships, and the unexpected paths that led them to their husbands. D&A are pulling back the curtain on the moments that shaped who they are today. It’s an honest, heartfelt (and often hilarious) look at friendship, growth, and the messy, magical in-between.

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So excited to share the amazing Lisa Hayim, mom of almost 2, registered dietitian and content creator, with all of you! Our conversation today was deep. Lisa shares openly about the struggles with her second baby - from her infertility after easily conceiving the first time around, to her thin cervix, leading her to needing a cerclage. We chat about finding the ‘balance’ of what to share and what to keep private, especially as a content creator, how it is being married to a doctor, yet being more holistic and having home births. and what it truly means to surrender. Lisa...

In this episode of We Are More Than Moms, we sit down with Joyce Chabbott, the powerhouse behind @uppereastsidemommy. Joyce opens up about her unique journey—growing up in a tight-knit community, becoming a mom of four in her early 20s, and how she navigated the whirlwind of young motherhood. She shares candidly about her help situation, her approach to parenting, and the realities of raising kids in New York City.

We also dive into her incredibly challenging twin pregnancy, where she battled Bell’s Palsy and faced both emotional and physical hurdles. Joyce’s story is a t...

Now that Annabel’s son is six weeks old, both D&A have officially entered the world of two under two—a whirlwind of love, chaos, and constant adjustments. In this episode, they dive deep into the transition from one to two kids, sharing their personal experiences, the emotional and logistical challenges, and the unexpected joys that come with this new chapter. They break down the "mom math" of managing two kids, how their toddlers have adjusted to sibling life, and the shifts they've noticed in themselves as mothers. From evolving routines to practical tips and survival strategies, they cove...

**Trigger warning: contains mention of suicide** 

On this deeply moving episode, we’re joined by Melissa Lavasani—a mom of two who turned to psychedelics to heal from postpartum depression when nothing else worked. Melissa opens up about her debilitating struggle with PPD during her second pregnancy and postpartum journey. At the recommendation of a friend, she turned to psychedelics as a last-ditch effort—choosing to isolate herself in the process due to the stigma and illegality of it at the time.

What followed was a transformation she never could’ve imagined: becoming an advoca...

Carrie Nachmani, a highly requested guest, mother to Arielle Charnas, Michaela Podolsky, and Danielle Goldberg, shares the journey of motherhood from a very different perspective than our usual guests - looking back on her journey as a grandma. Carrie shares openly about her challenging childhood and how that affected how she stepped into her role of a mother at a young age. We discuss how she raised such a close-knit family, how she fostered qualities of independence, confidence and kindness to her three daughters, and the boundaries she put in place.

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Annabel’s tell-all pregnancy journey: the story she never shared with all the raw details. This pregnancy consumed her every day thoughts and headspace so she chose to keep her struggles private in order to protect her peace, but today, she shares everything with you - the highs, lows and the lessons in between, hoping to make others feel less alone along the way. If you’re having a challenging pregnancy, going for a VBAC, facing issues with your cervix, dealing with a breech baby or anyone curious to learn more, this raw episode is for you. 

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Lindsey Metselaar, the voice behind the hit podcast and Instagram account We Met At Acme, joins us for a raw and relatable conversation about stepping into a new chapter—motherhood. We dive into postpartum sex, body image, confidence, and how to keep the connection alive in your relationship through the little moments that matter.

Lindsey also opens up about her TTC journey, the stigmas surrounding infertility, the isolation and mental health struggles she faced, and the advice she wishes she had along the way.

Finally, we explore identity: how she went from launching a...

Neha Ruch is on a mission to rebrand stay-at-home parenthood for a new generation of women and families—and we’re here for it. This conversation is all about identity: embracing our many roles, getting comfortable in the in-between, and taking the time to reflect on where we truly find fulfillment.

We dive into the stigmas and shame surrounding stay-at-home motherhood, why it’s time to dismantle outdated narratives, and how the “girl boss” era shaped our views on work and success. Neha also shares the key conversations we should be having with our partners about work, iden...

Lia Higgins joins, the inspiring voice behind the popular TikTok account @onelitmama_, joins us today! This episode is a candid, relatable conversation with an NYC mom who shares first hand the unrealistic standards set on moms to ‘do it all’ at home while having a powerhouse career. Lia describes the ‘Aha moment’ she had when it became clear she needed to leave her esteemed career in big law and shift her career to a role that allowed her to be more present and flexible with her kids, while feeling fulfilled internally. We discuss the pros and cons of leaving a corpor...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Lacy Nicole, a true testament to resilience and transformation. Lacy opens up about her extraordinary journey, from a childhood shaped by addiction to surviving abduction by a gang in her 20s, battling seven autoimmune diseases, navigating divorce, and more. She shares how she broke free from the cycle of victimhood that once defined her, embraced a profound mindset shift, and defied the odds to become a mother while reparenting herself. We explore the importance of self-advocacy in the medical system, balancing intuition with medical diagnoses, and challenging the “wait and see” appr...

Our account has always been about keeping it real, not just sharing the highlight reels—so it’s time to talk about toddler tantrums. This is a phase none of us can avoid, and we want to normalize it because, honestly, tantrums are a healthy part of development. While we’re definitely not experts (manifesting Dr. Becky as a future podcast guest), we’ve picked up a few tips and tricks for navigating tantrums over the past few months. Whether it’s a public meltdown (arms flailing, lying on the ground), a private one at home, or in the middle of...

In this episode, Carly Kremer, founder of Beekeeper’s Naturals, opens up about her postpartum journey, candidly sharing her experiences with intrusive thoughts, postpartum anxiety, and the decision to seek help through medication. She reflects on the challenges of returning to work after maternity leave, the anxiety it brought, and how it led to honest conversations with her team, investors, and community. Carly sheds light on the less glamorous side of entrepreneurship, discussing the delicate balance between running a company and navigating motherhood, as well as the guilt that often arises when one takes priority over the other. We al...

On today’s episode, D&A dive into the emotional rollercoaster of navigating their toddlers’ strong preference for their dads. We share our personal experiences, including the sting of being the 'less preferred' parent, the unexpected silver linings—especially during the transition of welcoming a new baby—and all the moments in between. Tune in as we explore the highs, lows, and surprising lessons that come with this phase of parenting.

Struggling to feel rested with little ones at home? The EightSleep Pod 4 is here to help! With personalized temperature control and sleep tracking, it's the ultimate...

Bethany McDaniel, founder of Primally Pure, has revolutionized natural, non-toxic skincare, transforming the way we care for our skin. Beyond her success as an entrepreneur, Bethany is a devoted mom of three who has carved her own unique path in parenting, staying true to her values despite societal expectations. In this episode, we explore a range of topics, from home births and her mindful approach to feeding her kids, to the importance of parenting with presence rather than multitasking. Bethany reflects on resisting the urge to overstimulate children and emphasizes modeling the behavior we want to instill in them...

Katie Sands Bochner is a talented content creator, TV host and a new mom of one. Katie speaks openly about her struggles to conceive, her experience with miscarriage, IUI, IVF and the mental journey / loss of control along the way. Katie opens up about her son’s abrupt arrival into the world over five weeks early, and the unsustainable high she was on, which ultimately led to postpartum depression in the form of intrusive thoughts 6 weeks in. It’s so refreshing to hear Katie talk about her experience with PPD, infertility, undersupply and identity so candidly, sharing so others feel...

Join D&A as we recap the past week in LA during what is being called one of the largest natural disasters in U.S. history. We share a play-by-play of the events as they unfolded, the heartbreaking reality of friends and family losing everything overnight, and how our community quickly sprang into action. From the day-to-day challenges of life in LA right now to the difficult decisions we’re making for our families amidst the noise, misinformation, and confusion, we open up about our emotions, learnings, and perspective shifts, as well as the overwhelming sense of gratitude we fe...

Jordan Younger, also known as The Balanced Blonde rarely guests on podcasts and we are SO honored that she chose to share her story and open up to us on the podcast today. Jordan shares the darker side of pregnancy, as well as the intimate details of her dire health challenges during her second pregnancy. She recounts the physical and mental toll it took on her, the effect it had on her family, and the decisions she was forced to make in order to protect herself, despite them being ‘off-brand’. We discuss the importance of advocating for yourself in a ro...

In this episode, Dale and Annabel open up about letting go of control. Annabel shares how her second pregnancy has pushed her into full surrender mode, while Dale reflects on how life with two under two has taught her to release expectations and embrace the chaos. Motherhood and pregnancy are the ultimate bootcamps in relinquishing control—forcing us to let go of rigidity, redefine productivity, and delegate more of the mental load we carry as moms. D&A discuss the challenges of releasing perfection, trusting others to step in, and breaking free from old standards that no longer serve th...

Today, Dale and Annabel dive into the world of newborn sleep— while they’re not experts, it’s something that’s front and center for them as Dale navigates it with her second baby and Annabel prepares for the arrival of baby number two. From sleep schedules to sleep training, Dale shares her journey of teaching her son to sleep and self-soothe, the differences she’s noticed between her two kids, and the valuable lessons she’s learned about tuning into each child’s needs. Annabel opens up about her toddler’s sleep journey, as well as the stigma and guilt often...

One of the most talked about themes on our instagram: navigating in laws / parents. Everyone has their own family dynamic, but D&A shed some light on their personal experiences with their family and in-laws, as well as common family dynamics so many of us experience. They discuss the fine line between parents, ‘parenting’ us vs. being grandparents to our kids, the importance of clear boundaries and outlining roles / responsibilities and the need for mutual respect. While our parents / in laws may want to share opinions and advice for our own benefit, sometimes we as parents need to make our...

Today's episode is truly special as we sit down with Jeanette Aranda, widely known as ‘Shut The Kale Up.’ Jeanette opens up about her journey through her husband's infidelity and their subsequent divorce, the incredible community that supported her, and the meaningful, honest relationship she cultivated with her two boys as a result. We dive into the beauty of embracing our imperfections, the importance of unlearning childhood patterns to parent consciously, and how to connect with your intuition and inner wisdom as a mom. Jeanette’s perspective is nothing short of inspiring—she lives by the mantra, “Life is happening...

An inspiring, “goosebump-inducing” episode on resilience and strength with Ann Marks - a single mom of three and the founder of full feedings: a supportive online program to help parents get more sleep, without having to do any drastic sleep training or letting your baby cry it out. Ann shares her raw and unfiltered journey, navigating the loss of both her parents, going through a rough divorce, all while simultaneously raising 3 kids and building a business on sleep to provide for her family (stark difference from her days on America’s Next Top Model). We speak openly about her grief...

In this episode, D&A bring their ‘Vent Away Friday’s’ Instagram series to the podcast. We share some of the most common ‘vents’ and themes - from in laws, to body image, to partner resentment, shame and guilt. If anyone is going through it right now, this episode will help you realize you are not alone. 

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An incredible raw and vulnerable conversation with ex Real Housewives of Toronto, Roxy Earle. Roxy is an entrepreneur, body positivity enthusiast, and incredible mama of two. This is a must listen episode on reinvention, resilience and loving yourself for who you are. Roxy shares about her life in the spotlight pre motherhood, thriving in public, yet crumbling in private. She opens up about her toxic relationship and how it ultimately brainwashed her, why she thought she was infertile and how her rock bottom enabled her to be the inspiring mom she is today. Roxy also shares the traumatic details o...

I’m sure many moms listening can relate, the pressure to ‘do’ is real. It was real before kids, but it’s even more accentuated post kids. D&A discuss how they’ve started to unlearn old programming of ‘do, do, do’, how taking moments for themselves to recharge is just as important and how multitasking, while sometimes a good thing, can also be detrimental. They also talk about the boundaries and systems they have in place to ensure they’re including time to rest, either alone or with family, so they can be present and recharged.

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So many of you have asked us to share more about our careers so here it is! Spoiler alert, we both work full-time and More Than Moms was started as a passion project to quench our longing for community as new moms. We discuss our careers post-college and how they morphed into what we do and who we are today. While we have had very different career paths, we’ve shared many common themes including embracing change, taking risks, evolving, pivoting, and starting before we were ready. We speak candidly about how motherhood shifted our careers, our struggles / identity cr...

In today’s episode, D&A chat in real-time about life lately: Dale in her newborn bubble / adjusting to a family of 4 and Annabel 21 weeks pregnant with a high-energy toddler. We speak candidly and vulnerably about our experiences, from visitors in the early days and setting strong boundaries, to learning how to slow down and say “no.”

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Dale shares openly about her final days of pregnancy (she spontaneously went into labor on her due date!), what she did to naturally “induce” herself, her birth story and the main differences this time around: how she introduced Leo to his baby brother, her feeding journey and everything in between. Oh and of course, her first meal post delivery. 

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Tara Moni joins us today on the podcast! She had 3 boys under 2 (now 3 under 3). When her first son was 18 months, she welcomed identical twin boys into her family. She’s the founder of La Maregold, a resort-wear brand and a content creator. We dive into the unglamorous truths of what ‘doing it all’ actually means (spoiler alert, it’s not possible). Tara is unapologetically herself which is so refreshing, and shares authentically about the behind the scenes village that allows her to work, have a social life and make time for her husband/friends, all while having 3 young kids. As a girl...

Intimacy (physical, emotional, mental & spiritual) evolves a lot during motherhood. For us, intimacy doesn’t feel as easy and ‘spontaneous’ as it used to be, it requires intention, nurturing and sometimes even planning now that we have more responsibilities. We chat through our love languages, our new definitions of intimacy and how we foster it in our relationships, false expectations, as well as learnings from ‘The Queen’s code’ by Alison A. Armstrong which has helped us better understand how men operate. 

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So special to have Michaela Podolsky on today’s episode. She has not done a podcast since 2021 (with her sister Arielle Charnas), so we feel SUPER honored she decided to share with us. We’ve both been following Michaela for quite some time, so this was a full circle moment for us. Michaela shares the realities of 3 under 3, what the hardest transition was, and how being pregnant for 4 consecutive years impacts your identity and relationship with your body. She also shares openly about losing a twin in her first pregnancy and navigating that loss, while moving to Florida away from...

Very excited to Welcome Alexandra Cole to the podcast today. Alexandra is a human design expert and coach, helping individuals, couples and families become more effective communicators, decision makers, business owners, partners and so much more by leaning into their unique design. So what is human design? How can it help you lead a life with more ease? How can it help you parent? How can it optimize your communication with your partner and make you more efficient and effective with your time? We talk through it all. We’re all designed to operate in different ways and we al...

D&A get real about their relationships with technology - the sense of urgency that stems from our phones that tend to pull us from the present moment. We discuss the boundaries we’ve implemented to protect our peace, why we have to create intentional boundaries, how to notice when we need them, how to stick to them and also command respect from others. We’re in a world that can greatly benefit from technology, but we need to use it as a tool vs let it rule us, so we can protect our energy and peace, while also bein...

We are so honored Sari chose to share her intimate pregnancy and fertility journey with us on today’s episode. Sari shares the difficult process of getting pregnant with her second. She discusses letting go of her desire for a certain age gap, her miscarriage and the isolating feelings that ensued, struggles with self-blame, going through infertility while others around her were sharing their pregnancy announcements, and what led to her success with fertility treatments. Sari is open and raw about the emotional rollercoaster, speaking openly about her mental health and emotions along the way. We discuss what to sa...

One of our favorite episodes to date, we welcome Lucie Fink, soon to be mother of 2 (any day now!), video creator, YouTuber and podcast host. As all three of us are pregnant with our second, we discuss the transition from 1-2 and what she would do differently. We dive into the mental toll of breastfeeding, the self-inflicted pressure we sometimes put on ourselves and the resentment of carrying the mental load, regardless of how helpful and present our partner is. Lucie shares about her identity struggles postpartum and how she morphed her platform into one that speaks openly about...

Exciting news! Annabel is pregnant and found out unexpectedly the week before she left to Paris for the summer. This episode shares the behind the scenes journey from a few days before she left at only 5 weeks pregnant, to right when she returned at almost 12 weeks! Annabel shares it all - the feeling of finding out she was pregnant and then leaving her comfort zone for 2 months, to finding an OB in Paris and how different the process / guidelines were (from doctor bedside manner to food restrictions), and how she dealt with navigating nausea/fatigue in a new environment.  Duration: 00:27:32

In today’s episode, Dale shares how she’s getting ready for baby #2 (and two under two), the differences between her two pregnancies and what she’s planning on doing differently this time. We answer all of your questions - from how she found out (and the shock / conflicting emotions that came with it), how she’s been talking about it with Leo / how she’s planning their first meeting, the new boundaries she’s going to set in her postpartum period around visitors and maternity leave, the help she plans on having, the guilt she feels on spending less time wi...

We’re so excited to have Marlie Cohen on the pod today! Mom of 2, fitness and motherhood content creator and founder of “Bounce Forward”, a health and fitness app for busy moms. We discuss leaning into your motherhood era: from body image, to mindset, identity and letting go of the concept of ‘going back’ to your old self. In this episode, we talk about how to embrace and surrender to this new chapter, as well as the struggles that come along the way. Marlie shares openly about her experience with postpartum anxiety, intrusive thoughts and her struggle with panic attacks an...

Living and parenting in France is VERY different than the US and Annabel’s here to answer all of your questions: from why they’re in Paris, what they brought and what they bought, how they found an apartment and a nanny, their daily schedule with Gemma (15 months) and all the ways they’ve adapted to French culture and living. Annabel discusses her observations as an American mom living in Paris, the unique parenting / cultural differences and which French parenting techniques she’s bringing home with her. Lastly, she shares how relocating to Paris with a toddler, while an incredib...

In today’s episode, D&A take their Instagram series of ‘do I need this’ to the pod for a part 2. They spill the tea on the most asked about baby products: if they’re worth the money, or if they’re worth skipping. They touch on everything from cribs vs bassinets, playmats and Lovevery subscriptions, high chairs, diapers, baby proofing and everything in between - and the highlight, nose booger/mucus devices 😂.

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This episode dives into the “Just wait” comments that can easily scare moms and expecting mothers. When people project their labor horror stories, sleepless nights to come, or “watch out for those terrible twos” it can be invalidating and unsettling to say the least. D&A chat about the unwarranted ‘just wait’ comments across every milestone of their motherhood journey. 

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We get real today with Cameron Rogers, the queen of authenticity on all things motherhood and mental health. No topics are off limits - postpartum depression and anxiety, the “roommate” phase, therapy, sex and intimacy (spoiler alert: she’s having the best sex of her life post-baby), and the identity crisis that comes with motherhood. As three recovering perfectionists, we get into the importance of healing our ‘inner child’ in order to show up best for our children without projecting our past traumas onto them. Cameron shares how she transformed from a high strung, super competitive, fast-phased college athlete turned wal...

In today’s episode, we talk about taking care of ourselves as a new mom and how we’ve redefined our definition of self-care. Especially as moms, we need to commit to (not detract from) the practices that make us feel good, mentally and physically, in order to show up as the best mom for our children, in addition to the best version of ourselves. We discuss how we make time for ourselves in this new chapter, our favorite practices and rituals and how feeling good >> looking good in our new era. 

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Shame came on quite strongly for both of us during motherhood - we felt alone and isolated throughout various stages of pregnancy and motherhood. It’s one of those ugly emotions that eat at you, so we’re here to break it down and share our experiences with it. D opens up about the shame that came up on her breastfeeding journey and A shares about the shame she felt surrounding her birth experience. D&A chat through many other instances of shame they’ve experienced in motherhood and how as women, a lot of the expectations we’re ‘supposed’...

There are so many “milestones” for our children that are tracked since the day they’re born. Not just from our doctors, but it seems to be the first question most people ask when asking about your child. In this episode, we dive into the emotional component and get real about the shame, guilt and judgement that can arise if our children don’t hit milestones “on time.” We may wonder if our children are behind or blame ourselves for not “doing enough.” D shares openly about her son’s walking status and how our emotions toward milestones are in fact a huge mir...

Megan Roup is a celebrity trainer, founder of The Sculpt Society and most importantly, an incredible and inspiring mom of two. We talk all things identity and chat through the process of re-learning what it means to show up authentically postpartum, working-mom guilt and handling “hustle culture” when you enter motherhood. Megan talks overwhelm and boundaries, while also reminding herself every phase is temporary. We discuss body image, healing unhealthy relationships to food and the mindf*** of body dysmorphia during pregnancy and postpartum. Last but not least, we discuss all things pelvic floor (PSA - it is not normal to p...

One of our most requested topics - relationships. With the new responsibility of a child, our relationship dynamic changes - duh, we just don’t think we realized how extreme the change would be. We speak candidly about falling into defined roles, co-existing / co-parenting vs spending quality time together, the importance of clear communication, intentionality with our time, and how we keep our romantic relationship from turning into a business relationship - a work in progress for us. 

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Tune in while D&A catch up in real-time after Dale’s babymoon. We chat about all the pieces that need to fall into place in order to take a trip, toddler separation anxiety and the new phases our children are in. Annabel and Dale share their recent experiences listening to their mom intuition when it comes to doctor visits and being an advocate for their kids. Dale shares a recap of this pregnancy vs her first, as well as some big news about her nanny…she’s on the hunt again! 

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Today’s episode is all about routines. We’re big fans of routines as they keep us sane, but getting on a routine that works well for your family, be it: sleeping, eating, napping, etc is hard. We chat through the first year of schedule and share our day-to-day routines, including our morning and night time routine. We speak about sleep training, starting solids, meal planning and how everything feels daunting the first time around. We chat about how we block out the noise and do what’s best for our families, go at our own pace and do what f...

Let’s chat: identity. Yes we are first and foremost moms, but we’re also so much more than that. Regardless of if you’re a working mom or a stay at home mom, we’re all innately multifaceted as humans, we’re sisters and daughters, friends and partners…the list goes on. In this episode, D&A chat about their previous identities, and how they’ve shifted, how motherhood has forced them to take inventory of their ‘roles’ and make adjustments to ensure alignment. They discuss identity crisis, questioning their purpose, uncovering so much about themselves after becoming a mom, and realizi...

In todays episode, D&A take their instagram series of ‘do I need this’ to the pod. They spill the tea on the most asked about baby products: if they’re worth the money, or if they’re worth skipping. They touch on everything from bouncers vs swings, strollers (is the Doona worth it?), baby monitors, pumps and everything in between. 

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Comparison is innately part of us as and let’s be honest, this construct feels intensified during motherhood. From body image to baby milestones, preschool admissions and so much more, the comparison and fear of ‘falling behind’ is real. How do we ground ourselves? How do we tune inwards and learn to make decisions based on our own intuition? We explore how our ego meddles with our parenting decision and why it’s important to pause, take inventory and sometimes give ourselves a reality check.

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Tune in while D&A catch up in real-time after Annabel took her first real solo trip away from her daughter. We chat about the emotions of leaving and the aftermath and the importance of time with your partner. Dale shares about the pelvic pain she’s been experiencing in the second trimester and what she wish she knew and Annabel talks Gemma’s upcoming 1st birthday and how first birthdays should really be a celebration for the parents. They lean into the new meaning of “productivity” ever since becoming a parent and and how Dale got a bloody nose fro...

All things nannies! The caregiver-parent dynamic and relationship can definitely be a complicated one. It’s an emotionally charged, intimate working relationship, which can arguably be one of the most important relationships working parents have. D&A chat hiring and switching nannies, the boss/employee dynamic, the day-to-day working relationship and what they’ve learned along the way.

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In today’s episode, D&A chat all things boundaries and our experience with this construct starting in pregnancy and into motherhood. From visitors and family, to work and friendships, boundaries have become integral to keeping our sanity. As moms, time is our biggest commodity, and without boundaries, we’ve found ourselves feeling anxious and spread too thin, especially as recovering people pleasers. We don’t have all the answers, but we do shed light on how boundaries play a role in our lives, as well as discuss some of our personal favorites. 

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The friendship episode where D&A chat about the new friendships they created during motherhood, the ones that have drifted, and the ones that have evolved through the different stages. We talk about how we handle the changes and letting go of friendships that no longer serve us, and the importance of surrounding ourselves by the right community. 

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Body image will always be one of our most requested topics. Dale and Annabel speak about their relationship with body image during pregnancy and postpartum: their journeys, their triggers, their struggles with resistance and their path to acceptance and gratitude. They discuss the toxicity of comparing themselves to their prior (non-mom) self, the mind fuck of ‘bounce back culture’ and trying to fit into your old jeans, as well as the strategies that helped them come out of this journey with a stronger relationship with their bodies. 

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Get to know your hosts, Annabel and Dale. Hear about their friendship, how they started the ‘We Are More Than Moms’ community, their hopes / goals for this podcast and of course, some big news! Dale is pregnant (again!) and she’s sharing her unfiltered story, which was quite different from her first. Hear how it all went down - the play by play, the vulnerable emotions, the learnings and everything in between. 

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We are not experts nor will we ever pretend to be. We’re new moms sharing our personal experiences - unfiltered. The raw emotions of early motherhood, the unglamorous moments, the societal pressures - we’re sharing it all. 

If you can google it, you won’t find it here. We’re here to talk to you as fellow mamas and friends, not tell you how, when and what to do. In these candid conversations, we commit to sharing honestly and vulnerably. We’re just two first-time mom best friends, Dale and Annabel, navigating our motherhood journeys to...