Twin Mom Life

Jamie Otis Hehner on Sharing Her Life Online, Entrepreneurship and Balancing Motherhood

#19: In this episode, Jamie Otis Hehner shares her inspiring journey through love, loss, motherhood, and entrepreneurship. From her unconventional marriage on Married at First Sight to navigating twin motherhood and building her beauty brand, Hendralux Beauty, Jamie’s story offers invaluable insights and authenticity. KEY TAKEAWAYS * Jamie’s story of finding love and navigating a unique arranged marriage through matchmaking * Her experiences with loss, motherhood, and how her childhood shaped her maternal instincts * The balancing act of being a working mom, benefits of therapy, and accepting help * Insights into her new beauty brand, Hendralux Beauty, and its focus on quick, multi-use products for busy moms * The emotional journey of mourning stages of motherhood and embracing new chapters with her children CONNECT WITH JAMIE Instagram @JamieNOtis [https://www.instagram.com/jamienotis?igsh=MXAzbmdxcmdxdnNsNQ==] @HendraluxBeauty [https://www.instagram.com/hendraluxbeauty?igsh=ZXVsbjQxcm84N2l3] Jamie Otis Website [https://jamieotis.com/] CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast [https://www.instagram.com/twinmomlifepodcast?igsh=NW1ybHF5dnY0azdh&utm_source=qr] DISCOUNT CODES Looking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins [https://twinmomguide.teachable.com/a/aff_5mgq1v7p/external?affcode=1158227_tbfxbghu] Moonshine Yoga -> Local to the ATX area? Check out Moonshine Yoga studios in Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park! -> $10 credit click here! [https://momence.com/sign-up/member?hostId=31692&ref=77d765f7f6cc855146866d9f8982f79b] Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! [https://riverside.sjv.io/6y3Y33] HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here [https://hiyahealth.com/JESSIELEESITTIG] I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! [http://rwrd.io/ref_8O7OP1E?c] I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! [https://prz.io/eBEBr80F2] I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! [https://www.talkable.com/x/jALzb9] I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!

Hope and Healing: NICU Redemption with Twins After Emergency C-Section at 25 Weeks with Singleton

#18: In this heartfelt episode, Whit Carrigan shares her incredible journey through high-risk pregnancies, NICU experiences, and the resilience required to navigate motherhood with grace. Her story offers hope, encouragement, and practical insights for twin moms and parents of preemies. KEY TAKEAWAYS * The emotional rollercoaster of NICU stays: from trauma to healing * The importance of trusting your instinct * How high-risk pregnancies and medically complicated births impact mental health * The power of community and shared stories in overcoming postpartum challenges * Strategies to find moments to fill your cup amid chaos * The significance of routine and self-care starting as early as postpartum * The unique journey of raising multiples—from first NICU stay to second * Grieving while being grateful: balancing complex emotions as a mom * The importance of self-compassion and giving yourself grace during motherhood CONNECT WITH WHIT Instagram @Whits [https://www.instagram.com/whits?igsh=cXZtZG5vMzF1Mjg3] TikTok Life As Whits [https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeaswhits] www.lifeaswhits.com [http://www.lifeaswhits.com] CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast [https://www.instagram.com/twinmomlifepodcast?igsh=NW1ybHF5dnY0azdh&utm_source=qr] DISCOUNT CODES Looking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins [https://twinmomguide.teachable.com/a/aff_5mgq1v7p/external?affcode=1158227_tbfxbghu] Moonshine Yoga -> Local to the ATX area? Check out Moonshine Yoga studios in Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park! -> $10 credit click here! [https://momence.com/sign-up/member?hostId=31692&ref=77d765f7f6cc855146866d9f8982f79b] Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! [https://riverside.sjv.io/6y3Y33] HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here [https://hiyahealth.com/JESSIELEESITTIG] I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! [http://rwrd.io/ref_8O7OP1E?c] I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! [https://prz.io/eBEBr80F2] I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! [https://www.talkable.com/x/jALzb9] I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!

Why Co-Regulation is the Missing Link in Parenting Twins and How to Fix It with Nurturing Twins

#17: In this insightful interview, Alaina from Nurturing Twins shares her journey of creating twin-specific parenting resources, her approach to motherhood, and practical tips for managing sleep, regulation, and bonding with twins. Discover how her science-backed strategies and community support empower twin moms to thrive. EPISODE TAKEAWAYS * Challenging societal narratives around twin motherhood and building community support * The importance of attachment-focused, individualized parenting approaches * How neuroplasticity and brain development support postpartum growth and healing * Practical strategies for regulation, resilience, and repair during overwhelming moments and "mom rage" * Resources for sleep, nutrition, and mindset tailored to twin families * The significance of language like mother-baby triad and embracing twin bonds * Building confidence through informed choices and affirmations * The power of consistency, repair, and presence in motherhood * Developing personalized sleep solutions and co-sleeping options * Encouraging early planning and resource building during pregnancy CONNECT WITH ALAINA Instagram @NurturingTwins [https://www.instagram.com/nurturingtwins?igsh=MWp5cWc3em5vYTEzeg==] Nurturing Twins Website [https://www.nurturingtwins.com/] CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast [https://www.instagram.com/twinmomlifepodcast?igsh=NW1ybHF5dnY0azdh&utm_source=qr] DISCOUNT CODES Looking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins [https://twinmomguide.teachable.com/a/aff_5mgq1v7p/external?affcode=1158227_tbfxbghu] Moonshine Yoga -> Local to the ATX area? Check out Moonshine Yoga studios in Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park! -> $10 credit click here! [https://momence.com/sign-up/member?hostId=31692&ref=77d765f7f6cc855146866d9f8982f79b] Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! [https://riverside.sjv.io/6y3Y33] HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here [https://hiyahealth.com/JESSIELEESITTIG] I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! [http://rwrd.io/ref_8O7OP1E?c] I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! [https://prz.io/eBEBr80F2] I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! [https://www.talkable.com/x/jALzb9] I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!

Leaning on Faith, Family & Friends: Why Your Village is Key to Surviving the First Year with Twins

#16: Join Jess as she chats with Mira McKinney, a mom to fraternal twin girls who just celebrated their first birthday. The conversation delves into the purpose and rewards of motherhood, the challenges and support needed in the first year with twins, the importance of a supportive village, the significance of self-care and community support, and words of encouragement for twin moms. This episode emphasizes the importance of mindset, support systems, and pivoting through challenges to thrive as a twin mom. KEY TAKEAWAYS * Mira shares her emotional journey over the first year with twin girls after loss, highlighting how her marriage blossomed during this time * The significance of self-care practices like exercise, fresh air, and planning alone time * The value of leaning on faith, family, and friends for support * How mindset shifts, gratitude, and community foster resilience amid the chaos * Practical tips for building community, outsourcing help, and caring for yourself without guilt * The beauty of twin bonds and the joy of parenting * Embracing motherhood as a purposeful, blessing-filled journey CONNECT WITH MIRA Instagram @MiraMcKinney__ [https://www.instagram.com/miramckinney__?igsh=MTg2ODB0NnV3b3JkZw==] CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast [https://www.instagram.com/twinmomlifepodcast?igsh=NW1ybHF5dnY0azdh&utm_source=qr] DISCOUNT CODES Looking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins [https://twinmomguide.teachable.com/a/aff_5mgq1v7p/external?affcode=1158227_tbfxbghu] Moonshine Yoga -> Local to the ATX area? Check out Moonshine Yoga studios in Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park! -> $10 credit click here! [https://momence.com/sign-up/member?hostId=31692&ref=77d765f7f6cc855146866d9f8982f79b] Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! [https://riverside.sjv.io/6y3Y33] HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here [https://hiyahealth.com/JESSIELEESITTIG] I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! [http://rwrd.io/ref_8O7OP1E?c] I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! [https://prz.io/eBEBr80F2] I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! [https://www.talkable.com/x/jALzb9] I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!

Food is Fuel: Nourishing Your Body During Pregnancy, Postpartum and Beyond with Aloha Nutrition

#15: Join us for an inspiring conversation with Allegra Gast, the founder of Aloha Nutrition and mom of 4 including twins. Allegra is a dynamic-duo, trained as both a Registered Dietitian and IBCLC Lactation Consultant. She shares her extraordinary (unmedicated!) twin birth story, expert twin breastfeeding insights, and practical nutrition tips tailored for moms navigating multiple stages of motherhood. EPISODE TAKEAWAYS * Unmedicated vaginal twin delivery with External Cephalic Version (ECV) * Key breastfeeding strategies for twins, such as working with each twin indivually first and tandem nursing tips like the "V Hold" * Nutrition advice tailored for twin pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and beyond by supporting energy levels with practical meal tips * How to incorporate nutrient-dense foods into busy schedules, including meal prep, utilizing a crockpot, frozen vegetables, and pantry staples CONNECT WITH ALLEGRA Instagram @Aloha.Nutrition [https://www.instagram.com/aloha.nutrition?igsh=MTFlcXNpMmpxOGh6Ng==] Aloha Nutrition Website [https://www.aloha-nutrition.com/] - check out their website for 1-1 breasfeeding help, 1-1 nutrition help and courses/workshops! CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast [https://www.instagram.com/twinmomlifepodcast?igsh=NW1ybHF5dnY0azdh&utm_source=qr] MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Instagram @TwinMomGuide [https://www.instagram.com/twinmomguide?igsh=ZWNiNTh2b2dzdXU2] Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins [https://twinmomguide.teachable.com/a/aff_5mgq1v7p/external?affcode=1158227_tbfxbghu] DISCOUNT CODES Moonshine Yoga -> Local to the ATX area? Check out Moonshine Yoga studios in Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park! -> $10 credit click here! [https://momence.com/sign-up/member?hostId=31692&ref=77d765f7f6cc855146866d9f8982f79b] Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! [https://riverside.sjv.io/6y3Y33] HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here [https://hiyahealth.com/JESSIELEESITTIG] I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! [http://rwrd.io/ref_8O7OP1E?c] I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! [https://prz.io/eBEBr80F2] I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! [https://www.talkable.com/x/jALzb9] I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!