Soul Sis Podcast

This week Monique and Madason discuss all the items you really need for twins!  Feeding: Breastfeeding/bottle feeding pillow: Bottles: Tip-Wide neck (similar to nipple) Burp clothes Dummies Steriliser/ bottle warmer (can use kettle and bowl) Double Breast pump Nursing chair ( Double couch as an option) Clothes/blankets: At Least 2 sizes (0000 or 000) washed and in drawers/cupboard Long sleeve body suit x 5 (target) Short sleeve body suit x 5 Onesies x 10Leggings/pants x 4Overalls for outings x 2 Beanies x 2 Booties or warm socks for layersBaby Blankets x 2Luxury items: First outfit, cute outfits Travel: Pram Baby carrier x 2:  Car seats (one car to start) Nappy Bag Car mirrors Play: Playpen or room , Floor mat , Black and white books , Jungle gym, Bouncer/swing each, Rattles/ Silicone Teethers Sleep:  Baby loungers x 2Cots x 2 Bathing: Bath seat Other:  Sensitive laundry wash DIY wipes  Caddy Parents: Beautiful pajamas because you’ll live in them, A weekend away before birth , Join Facebook groups (Mum’s of Multiples), Meal Prep or meal train, Maternity bras/ pumping bra Find us:  Instagram: @soulsiss.podcast  TikTok: @soulsiss.podcast Email us: [email protected]

This week Madason and Monique discuss returning to work and how to find the right childcare centre for you. Monique chats about her experience returning to work after having Zander & Ziah, plus the challenges they faced at the beginning. Madason provides valuable tips to finding the perfect childcare and brings understanding as to how a new parent can find the right childcare centre for their family. Recommendations: Hommey Robe National Quality Framework  National Register or Starting Blocks (search centres, detail and ratings) Find us:  Instagram: @soulsiss.podcast  TikTok: @soulsiss.podcast  Email us: [email protected]

During this week's episode, Monique and Madason challenge the societal norms dictating a linear timeline and the pressure of the biological clock. They question the traditional trajectory of house, marriage, and children, which has always been a central topic in their career discussions. In this episode, they delve into the origins of social expectations and reflect on their past experiences that have led them to their current perspectives. Recommendations:Kmart styling brush  Find us:  Instagram: @soulsiss.podcast  TikTok: @soulsiss.podcast  Email us: [email protected]

In Episode 9, Monique and Madason dive into the concept of "Singleton Envy" and the unique thoughts and emotions that twin parents may encounter. They explore the idea of feeling envious of parents with singletons, while also highlighting the advantages of raising twins. Monique and Madason share their perspectives on these topics, emphasising the importance of recognising and processing these feelings, while also appreciating the benefits of having twins. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation about the joys and challenges of raising twins! Recommendations: The Ancient Wisdom of Modern Health: Mark Bunn Slow Cooker  Find us:  Instagram: @soulsiss.podcast  TikTok: @soulsiss.podcast  Email us: [email protected]

In this week's episode, Monique and Madason engage in a thought-provoking conversation about the benefits of messy play and barefoot play for children. They highlight the importance of allowing children to explore messy play, as it fosters creativity, sensory exploration, and cognitive development.  The duo also discuss the significance of allowing children to play barefoot, and how this natural experience can help with balance, coordination, and overall physical development. Overall, Monique and Madason provide valuable insights on how embracing mess and allowing children to play barefoot can have a positive impact on their physical, cognitive, and emotional development. They hope to inspire listeners to incorporate these practices into their own parenting approach, ultimately fostering a sense of wonder and exploration in their children's lives Recommendations: Call her Daddy Podcast Sole Sox  Lightweight Rubber Socks  Playdough Recipe  Ingredients: 2 cups flour 1/2 cup salt 2 tablespoons cream of tartar 2.5 tablespoons oil 1.5 cups boiling water 1 teaspoon food colouring (if you want) Method 1. Mix all dry ingredients 2. Add oil and boiling water with colouring, mix well. If the mixture is a bit sticky add a little more flour. 3. Store in an air tight container Find us:  Instagram: @soulsiss.podcast  TikTok: @soulsiss.podcast  Email us: [email protected] by: New Wave Records

This week, Madason and Monique have a heartfelt discussion about the conversations Monique had during her postpartum experience versus the ones she wished she had. Monique shares the difficulties she faced during this vulnerable time and reflects on how she would approach the first 3 months differently, but also acknowledges the positives and what she would do again. Madason offers support by sharing her perspective on Monique's journey and how it has inspired her own plans for future children. Monique also shares some helpful ideas for other mums navigating their own postpartum journey. Resources: https://panda.org.au/ Find us:  Instagram: @soulsiss.podcast  TikTok: @soulsiss.podcast  Email us: [email protected] Music by: New Wave Records

This week Madason and Monique discuss the importance of self worth, not only for adults, but also children. Madason provides strategies on how to promote agency in children, encourage decision making and how to support children to grow into confident people, as well as how she navigated self worth in her own life. Recommendations: Kayla Brannan (@kaylajbrannan) | TikTokIt Ends With Us: The emotional #1 Sunday Times bestseller : Hoover, Colleen: Amazon.com.au: Books Find us:  Instagram: @soulsiss.podcast  TikTok: @soulsiss.podcast  Email us: [email protected]

Monique reflects on the challenges she faced during her C-Section recovery and how she relied on Madason for emotional support. She also talks about the difficulties she had with breastfeeding the twins at first, but how she persevered with the help of lactation consultants and was able to breastfeed them until they were 11 months old with a combination of pumping. Monique and Madason discuss how things may be different next time without the constraints of COVID-19 restrictions in place. They talk about how they will approach future pregnancies and births with more knowledge and experience under their belts. Overall, Monique's birth story Part 2 ends on a positive note as she looks back on the challenges she faced and how she overcame them with support and determination. She is grateful for the experience and looks forward to the future with optimism. Find us:  Instagram: ⁠@soulsiss.podcast ⁠ TikTok: ⁠@soulsiss.podcast⁠  Email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Links: Three Women Subo Food Bottles Breastfeeding Pillow Sensory Rice: 1 x Large Tray 1 x Long Grain Rice 1 kg 1 x Wooden Spoons 1 x Plastic Measuring Cups Set 1 x Clear Scoops Homemade Baby Wipes:  1 x Large container to fit paper towel standing upright 1 x Viva Paper towel (remove cardboard insert) 3 ½ x Cups Filtered water 2 x Tbsp Castile Soap 2 x Tbsp Fractionated Coconut Oil 2 x Drops of Doterra Tea Tree or Lavender essential oil (Mix together and pour over paper towel)

In this week's episode Monique & Madason discuss their tips, tricks and recommendation for the week. Madason discusses her new relationship getaway over Valentine’s days and Monique talks about falling pregnant with twins, challenges of her pregnancy, the vulnerability that she felt and how Madason supported her. Later in the episode Monique discusses the welcoming of Zander and Ziah into the world. Recommendations: Madason’s Recommendation: Intimacy Cards Monique’s Recommendation: Hollywood Flawless Filter - Shade 4 - Complexion Booster | Charlotte Tilbury Pregnancy Pillow: Best Body Pillow | Shop Full Body Pillow | Pain Relief Australia Find us:  Instagram: @soulsiss.podcast TikTok: @soulsiss.podcast  Email us: [email protected]

Welcome to Episode 3 of the Soul Sis Podcast. This week Mady dives into communication development in children and the ripple effect it can have on other areas of development. She touches base on realistic strategies to support challenging behaviours, dummys, tv time with the best interests of the parents in mind. Monique and Madason discuss what’s next for the twins Zander and Ziah’s communication and Madason provides some expert tips!  Recommendations: Push Along Wooden Toy PUSH ALONG WOODEN BEE – littlejoymart.com.au PUSH ALONG WOODEN LION – littlejoymart.com.au Find us:  Instagram: @soulsiss.podcast  TikTok: @soulsiss.podcast  Email us: [email protected]

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Soul Sis Podcast. This week Monique and Madason discuss all things “Twinhood” and their experiences being twins, they touch on pro’s and con’s of being twins and their stories growing up, supporting one another during life events and how to navigate relationships, friendships and family. Madason opens up about the challenges of being the “quieter twin” and Monique mentions her hopes for her twin boys Zander and Ziah. Madason and Monique talk about the twin connection and unconditional love, however this can provide its challenges in all other relationships. Find us: Instagram: @soulsiss.podcast  TikTok: @soulsiss.podcast 

Welcome to the Soul Sis podcast, where Monique and Madason share their personal journeys and experiences about all things being twins. Monique, shares her journey of being a mother of twin boys, navigating work as a helping professional and all the chaos in between. On the other hand, Madason is an early childhood specialist, who is navigating her teaching career, dating life, and is passionate about creating change in the early childhood sector.  In this podcast, we aim to create a space for honest and open conversations about all things twins. We hope that by sharing our stories, you can feel less alone and find connection with our experiences. As sisters, we support each other and hope to support our listeners as well.  So, whether you're a twin, mother, someone navigating your career, or just looking for genuine sister chats, join the ride and listen to Monique and Madason as they discuss various topics and share their perspectives. Find us: Instagram: @soulsiss.podcast  TikTok: @soulsiss.podcast