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We Are More Than Moms

Forget perfect parenting—this is the podcast moms actually want. These episodes feel like a late-night kitchen-table chat with your best friend: real, warm, and a little messy.Each week, Annabel Lawee and Dale Stabler share unfiltered stories and host honest conversations about what motherhood really feels like—identity shifts, career pivots, mental health struggles, mom guilt, and the vulnerable truths that rarely make the highlight reel.We’re not experts, nor will we ever pretend to be—just two

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18:18

NANNY TALK: How to Find one And Why We Shouldn’t Feel...

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2025/07/03

This is the conversation every mom needs to hear about nannies, from how to find one, verbalize your non-negotiables, navigate the logisticto 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

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An Investor Said ‘Don’t Get Pregnant’ - So They Did:...

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2025/06/26

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

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23:04

Preschools: Panic, Pressure & Picking the 'Right' One

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2025/06/19

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

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49:50

The Conversation Every Mom Needs To Hear with Dr....

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2025/06/12

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

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28:37

My Toddler is NOT cute with my baby

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2025/06/05

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

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41:28

From modeling to motherhood, and the unexpected...

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2025/05/29

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

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17:28

‘Are you going to try for a girl?’ & the truth about...

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2025/05/22

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

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40:28

From Identity Crisis to Sweet Success: Jessica Dawson...

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2025/05/15

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

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45:41

The Real Glow-Up: Friendship, Motherhood & Everything...

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2025/05/08

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

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58:12

My daughter came out in the toilet bowl: Lisa Hayim...

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2025/05/01

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

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45:31

Navigating Motherhood Young, Raising 4 Kids, and...

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2025/04/24

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

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32:11

The transition from 1-2: Is 2 under 2 easier than...

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2025/04/17

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

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52:54

Psychedelics for postpartum depression with Melissa...

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2025/04/10

**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

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43:32

Raising confident daughters: Carrie Nachmani on...

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2025/04/03

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

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35:28

Annabel’s pregnancy + birth: the vulnerable story she...

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2025/03/27

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

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49:22

Lindsay Metselaar (We Met at Acme) on intimacy & sex,...

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2025/03/20

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

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46:45

‘Stay-at-home mom’ needs a rebrand with Neha Ruch or...

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2025/03/13

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

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52:56

Lia Higgins on career shifts, letting go of your ego...

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2025/03/06

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

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56:00

Lacy Nicole on navigating trauma, advocating for...

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2025/02/27

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

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29:15

Toddler Tantrums

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2025/02/20

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),

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