Motherhood in Stereo with Caroline Morgan

We prepare for birth—but how prepared are we for what comes afterwards?In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by GP, health advocate and author Dr Julie Hammond to talk about the fourth trimester and why mums need looking after too.We explore physical recovery, emotional wellbeing, the pressure to feel grateful while struggling, and finding support when motherhood feels lonely or overwhelming.As a first-time mum of twins at 51, this is a conversation close to my heart. You can love your children deeply and still find motherhood hard. You deserve support too. ❤️Dr Julie’s book, The Fourth Trimester, is out on 19 November 2026.Follow Julie on Instagram: @drjulie_gp🎙️ Motherhood in Stereo is a space for honest conversations about fertility, motherhood and everything in between, hosted by Caroline Morgan, who became a first-time mum of twins at 51.Follow the podcast for more heartfelt stories and expert conversations to help you feel less alone. If this episode resonates, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it. ❤️

When twins arrive, everything changes. But what happens when you already have children?We often talk about the sleepless nights, double feeds and exhaustion of raising twins. But there’s another side of twin motherhood that deserves attention: the impact on older siblings.In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by Rebecca, a mum of four, who shares her experience of a stressful twin pregnancy, complications after birth and adjusting to life with two newborns while trying to be present for her older children.We explore mum guilt, divided attention, changing family dynamics and the reality of trying to meet everyone’s needs when there simply aren’t enough hours in the day.For Rebecca, part of that adjustment was seeing how much life changed for the children who were there first.An honest conversation about motherhood, sibling relationships and finding a new balance as a family of six.🎧 Listen now to Motherhood in Stereo.📺 Watch on YouTube @MotherhoodinStereo.📲 Follow on Instagram @motherhood_in_stereo and TikTok @motherhoodinstereo.#MotherhoodInStereo #TwinMotherhood #TwinMum #OlderSiblings #MumGuilt #ParentsOfMultiples #MotherhoodUnfiltered #FamilyLife

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by a fellow twin mum Sofia Mitchell who went through IVF and is now raising boy/girl twins.We talk about her journey to motherhood, finding out she was expecting twins, the highs and lows along the way, and the reality of raising two little ones at the same time.Her story hasn’t always been easy, but today her twins are thriving — and this is an honest conversation about resilience, motherhood and everything that happens between the positive pregnancy test and life with twins.If you’ve been through IVF, are expecting twins, or are already deep in twin motherhood, I hope this conversation helps you feel a little less alone.Listen to Motherhood in Stereo on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music, and watch on YouTube.Follow:Instagram: @motherhood_in_stereoTikTok: @motherhoodinstereoYouTube: @MotherhoodinStereo

Let's talk about something we don't always admit out loud – sometimes motherhood can be mind-numbingly boring!You can absolutely adore your children, feel incredibly grateful to be a mum, and still find yourself staring at the clock wondering how on earth you're going to entertain them until bedtime.As a stay-at-home mum to two-and-a-half-year-old twins, I know that feeling all too well!In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I'm joined by the founder of Little White Adventures to talk about the realities of entertaining toddlers, the pressure to constantly create fun activities, and why we might be making play more complicated than it needs to be.We explore independent play, toddler boredom, screen time, the mental load of motherhood and how simple everyday activities can support children's development.We also discuss her 30-Day Toddler Play Plan, designed to help busy parents find easy, affordable activities without endless preparation or buying more toys.Because being a good mum doesn't mean being your child's full-time entertainment coordinator!🎧 Join us for an honest, relatable conversation about making toddler life a little easier – for them and for us.#MotherhoodInStereo #HonestMotherhood #StayAtHomeMum #ToddlerActivities #IndependentPlay #RealMotherhood

What does having twins mean for your finances, your career—and your sense of self?I’m joined by twin mum Racheal for an honest conversation about the pressures of raising two children at once. From childcare, nappies and food to equipment and a bigger car, we talk about the costs that add up—and the guilt of feeling we should buy everything new.We explore why there’s no shame in second-hand finds, hand-me-downs and reusing what works. We also discuss changing career paths, the loss of identity that can come with motherhood, and learning to value ourselves beyond our job titles.If life looks different from what you imagined, this episode is about adjusting expectations, easing the guilt and finding your way through a new chapter.🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music, or watch on YouTube @MotherhoodinStereo.Follow on Instagram @motherhood_in_stereo and TikTok @motherhoodinstereo.

When Isla’s waters broke at just 15 weeks pregnant with twins, everything changed.What followed was an incredibly complex pregnancy filled with uncertainty, fear, hospital appointments and the constant hope that her babies would stay safe for just a little longer.In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, Isla shares what happened when her waters broke so early, how she coped emotionally with such an uncertain pregnancy, the milestones that gave her hope, and what it was like finally meeting her twins after everything they had been through.This is a powerful conversation about high-risk pregnancy, twin motherhood, resilience and holding onto hope when the outcome feels completely out of your hands.Every pregnancy is different, but Isla wanted to share her story for anyone currently navigating frightening or unexpected complications — to show that sometimes, despite enormous obstacles, things can work out positively.🎙️ Motherhood in StereoReal stories. Different journeys. Motherhood from every angle.Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and wherever you get your podcasts, and watch the full conversation on YouTube — Motherhood in Stereo.📸 Instagram: @motherhood_in_stereo🎵 TikTok: @motherhoodinstereo📺 YouTube: @MotherhoodinStereo

What if a chance encounter on the London Underground changed someone’s life forever?In this extraordinary episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by Gini Bhogal, a successful entrepreneur and celebrity bridal hair and makeup artist whose remarkable journey began when she met a woman struggling to become a mother.Gini made an extraordinary decision: to donate her eggs to someone she had only just met.That act of generosity helped bring a baby boy into the world. More than two decades later, the child born from her donation came back into her life as an adult.We explore the emotions behind her decision, the physical reality of egg donation, the influence of culture and family, and what happened when they reconnected years later.We also talk about Gini's successful career, her identity beyond motherhood and how one unexpected encounter can shape the course of several lives.What makes someone a mother — genetics, love, or the life you build together?A fascinating conversation about fertility, identity, generosity, human connection and the many different ways families are created.🎧 Listen to Motherhood in Stereo on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, or watch on YouTube.📲 Instagram: @motherhood_in_stereo📲 TikTok: @motherhoodinstereo#MotherhoodInStereo #GiniBhogal #EggDonation #DonorConception #FertilityJourney #Motherhood #IVF #FamilyStories

oddler tantrums, food refusals and worries about speech—there’s so much we want to ask as parents.In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, Caroline chats with Helen Davies, better known as Helen the Health Visitor from Essential Parenting, about navigating the toddler years.We explore the “wobbly weeks”, speech and language between two and three, managing meltdowns and making mealtimes less stressful. We also discuss health visitor reviews, home visits and how families can ask for additional support.An honest conversation filled with practical tips and reassurance for parents finding these early years overwhelming.Find Helen on Instagram: @essential_parenting🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or watch on YouTube.Follow Motherhood in Stereo on Instagram @motherhood_in_stereo and TikTok @motherhoodinstereo.

Does expecting twins automatically mean you need a C-section? Not necessarily.In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I'm joined by a fellow twin mum Laura Arrowsmith to discuss pregnancy, birth choices and the importance of feeling heard by your medical team.We explore the assumptions surrounding twin deliveries, the possibility of vaginal birth, conversations with consultants and why every mum deserves to understand her options.This isn't about one type of birth being better than another. It's about informed choices, individual circumstances and making sure mothers feel supported, whatever happens.Whether you're expecting twins, already a twin mum or simply interested in different birth experiences, this is a conversation worth having.🎧 Listen to Motherhood in Stereo on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.Follow us on Instagram @motherhood_in_stereo and TikTok @motherhoodinstereo for more honest conversations about motherhood.

What happens when you’re told you need a hysterectomy?In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, Caroline is joined by Nina from Womb Care, a functional lifestyle strategist and author of Beyond The Surgery.Nina shares her personal experience of miscarriage and being told she would need a hysterectomy. Together, we explore fibroids, recognising symptoms, the role of nutrition and lifestyle alongside medical care, and feeling confident asking questions about your health.An honest conversation about the emotional impact of women’s health challenges and why feeling heard matters.Content note: Includes discussion of miscarriage and hysterectomy. This conversation shares personal experience and general information, rather than individual medical advice.🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music, or watch on YouTube @MotherhoodinStereo.Follow the conversations:Instagram: @motherhood_in_stereoTikTok: @motherhoodinstereo