Podcast
We Are More Than Moms
Hosted by Peoples Media · EN
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 mom best friends riding the rollercoaster right alongside you and creating a space where you feel seen, inspired, and never alone.
Produced by Peoples Media
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why You Feel Like You’re Drowning (Even With Help)
Mar 1900:19:35Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dale shares a conversation she had with her mom that stopped her in her tracks. It sparked a bigger realization: so many moms feel like they’re drowning — not because they’re incapable, but because the systems they built to survive a season of motherhood are no longer working for the life they’re living now.We create structures to get through the chaos of early motherhood, but rarely stop to ask: Is this system actually supporting me, or is it running me?This episode is an invitation to step out of autopilot, reassess what’s no longer working, and redesign your systems so motherhood feels more supported — and less like you’re constantly trying to stay afloat.Instagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples MediaInstagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →The Truth About Divorce & Co-Parenting with divorce mediator Amanda Silver
Mar 1200:53:12Tap to summarizeIn this powerful conversation, Amanda Silver shares her personal journey through divorce when her son was just six weeks old, the emotional reality of becoming a single mom, and how she turned her pain into purpose by becoming a family divorce mediator.We talk honestly about what healthy divorce really looks like, co-parenting, and whether “staying together for the kids” actually works. She shares the systems that support her as a single mom — balancing responsibility, opening her heart again, and making space for herself. Dale also shares her own experience growing up with divorced parents and how its shaped her approach to family and marriage.An honest, practical, and deeply inspiring episode about resilience, reinvention, and creating something meaningful from life’s hardest seasons.Instagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples MediaInstagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Is 2 Under 2 Actually Worth It?
Mar 500:19:19Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dale and Annabel get real about what it’s actually like to have 2 kids under 2, beyond the trendy Instagram hashtag. We talk about both the beautiful moments and the very real challenges that come with this age gap, from exhaustion and identity shifts to unexpected joy, bonding, and growth.We also unpack an important truth: closer in age doesn’t automatically mean better. Every family, parent, and season is different and choosing a larger gap doesn’t mean you’re “behind” or doing it wrong. Whether you’re considering 2 under 2, already living it, or feeling pressure to keep up, this conversation will help you tune into what’s right for your life.Instagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples MediaInstagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Nannies vs Daycare vs Live-ins / Au Pairs: How To Choose The Right Childcare Setup
Feb 2600:27:37Tap to summarizeChoosing childcare isn’t one-size-fits-all — and no one really prepares you for the emotional, financial, and logistical reality of it. In this episode, Annabel and Dale break down the most common caregiving options (live-in and live-out nannies, part-time help, daycare, and au pairs) and what it’s actually like to navigate each one.We talk real costs beyond hourly rates, coverage gaps, PTO, last-minute cancellations, burnout, maternity leave, flexibility, and how different setups impact your work life, mental load, and family rhythm. Whether you’re pregnant, newly postpartum, managing multiple kids, or rethinking your current setup, this episode will help you feel more informed, supported, and confident in choosing what works for your season. Because motherhood is hard enough — you shouldn’t have to figure childcare out alone. 💛Instagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples MediaInstagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Why Parenting Feels Harder Than Ever with Pediatrician and Dad of 7 Michael Milobsky
Feb 1901:02:08Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we sit down with Michael Milobsky, a pediatrician and dad of seven—and the first dad ever on this podcast. He brings a calm, grounded, no-nonsense perspective on raising healthy kids in a world obsessed with panic, perfection, and parenting trends.We talk about modern parenting approaches, picky eaters and toddler meltdowns, screen time and sleep training, overused medications, the real differences between boys and girls and why you can’t parent them the same way—along with vaccines, over-diagnosis, circumcision, and how social media has quietly made parenting harder than ever.This is real-life parenting with no sugarcoating—just honesty, perspective, and a lot of “oh wow, same.” We promise you’ll leave this episode feeling so validated.Instagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples MediaInstagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Picky Eating: If Your Kid Only Eats Cheese & Carbs, This Episode’s for You
Feb 1200:23:41Tap to summarizeIf your toddler survives on cheese, fruit, and carbs — you’re not alone. After sharing our struggles online, hundreds of you wrote in with your own stories, so we’re talking all things picky eating, dinner battles, pressure, guilt, and the tips that actually help.We’re not experts — just toddler moms navigating this right alongside you. This episode is about feeling less alone, releasing the pressure, and reminding you that your toddler will be fine, even when dinner goes completely untouched.Instagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples MediaInstagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →The Mental Load: Why Women Carry It and How to Share It
Feb 500:56:31Tap to summarizeWhat does it really mean to carry the mental load and why does it so often fall on women?In this episode, Paige Connell: a mom of four and former corporate professional turned full-time content creator — joins us to unpack the invisible labor of motherhood, marriage, and modern partnership. We explore what the mental load actually is (and why it’s been so hard to name), how invisible and emotional labor shape our relationships, and practical ways to make the invisible visible.Paige shares how to talk about the mental load with your partner without triggering defensiveness, resentment, or the “nagging” narrative — and why time is a real contribution, not just financial contribution, because time equity reveals what money often hides.If you’ve ever felt exhausted, unseen, or like you’re carrying more than your share, this conversation will help you feel less alone — and more equipped to ask for change.Instagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples MediaInstagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →SOLO: Dale’s Boob Job, Health Updates & Mom Group Drama
Jan 2900:31:17Tap to summarizeIn this solo episode, Dale shares all the details from her recent boob job — recovery updates, expectations vs. reality one week post-op, and how she managed it all while parenting two little kids.Annabel shares updates on her health, Griffin’s upcoming first birthday (plus how ChatGPT is helping plan it), and together, they dive into the Ashley Tisdale mom group drama taking over the internet.Instagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples MediaInstagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Cynthia Rowley on Building a Brand, Raising Daughters & Refusing to Choose Between Ambition and Motherhood
Jan 2200:44:12Tap to summarizeFashion icon and founder Cynthia Rowley joins us for a powerful conversation about building a global brand while raising a family, and refusing to choose between ambition and motherhood. Cynthia opens up about losing her husband at 34, becoming a mom later in life, and navigating single motherhood while continuing to grow a massive fashion empire without guilt. She shares how she integrated her children into her life and work, created a tight-knit family dynamic, set strong boundaries around family time, and modeled that work can be a source of joy and fulfillment, something her kids now carry with them, too.We talk about taking risks while holding the responsibility of motherhood, releasing the mental load, navigating “nepotism” commentary, and what it’s been like for her daughters to carve their own paths while still choosing to live with her in their 20s (the ultimate definition of success). With decades of perspective, Cynthia offers wisdom on reinvention, self-trust, and a beautiful example of how motherhood is additive—not something that takes away from your identity, career, or creativity. A must-listen.Instagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples MediaInstagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →How we’re actually entering 2026
Jan 1500:27:13Tap to summarizeDale and Annabel are back together for the first episode of the new year. In this reunion-style conversation, they reflect on how they actually approach the new year (hint: it’s not rigid resolutions), the rituals and systems they use to create more ease in their lives, and the goals and intentions they’re bringing into 2026. They talk honestly about what’s working, what they’re letting go of, and how they’re thinking about growth this year.They also share personal updates, including Annabel’s health journey and how Dale is preparing for her upcoming boob job surgery.If you’re craving a grounded reset that blends intention with real life, this episode is the perfect way to start the year.Instagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples MediaInstagram: @wearemorethanmomsPatreon: More Than Moms Guides & Resources Join our IRL LA communitySubscribe to our NewsletterProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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