It's Okay to Not Be Okay: From 2 to 4 Kids, Reflections From the NICU & Resilience with Cali Ryan

<p>#35: This conversation follows Jess Sittig and Cali Ryan as they talk through the reality of going from two to four kids, including a surprise twin pregnancy, a 32-day NICU stay, and the emotional and logistical shift of raising twins alongside two older children. It’s a candid, practical episode about motherhood, support systems, breastfeeding twins, and how a hard season can reshape your perspective.</p><p></p><p>KEY TAKEAWAYS</p><ul><li>Cali shares what life looks like as a content creator and mom of four girls, including twins.</li><li>The differences between singleton parenting and twin parenting.</li><li>The surprise discovery that Cali was pregnant with twins.</li><li>Delivering via c-section at 34 weeks because one baby was severely growth restricted.</li><li>The emotional reality and logistics of spending 32 days in the NICU.</li><li>Navigating life with two older children while visiting the NICU every day.</li><li>Feeding journey from pumping, triple feeding, and breastfeeding to eventually tandem nursing.</li><li>The importance of support from partners, family, friends, and hospital staff.</li><li>Practical advice for NICU parents and twin moms.</li></ul><ul><li>It’s okay to not be okay during a difficult season</li></ul><p></p><p>EPISODE SPONSOR</p><p>This episode is brought to you by Thrive Market -&gt; <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://shop.thrivemarket.com/twinmomlife" target="_blank"><b>$30 off your first 2 orders and a free gift!</b></a></p><p></p><p>CONNECT WITH CALI</p><p>Instagram <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/_caliryan?stkn=MW15aDNnazFpcXI1YQ==" target="_blank"><b>@_CaliRyan</b></a></p><p></p><p>CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS</p><p>Instagram <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/twinmomlifepodcast?igsh=NW1ybHF5dnY0azdh&amp;utm_source=qr" target="_blank"><b>@TwinMomLifePodcast</b></a></p><p></p><p>DISCOUNT CODES</p><p>Looking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out -&gt;<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://twinmomguide.teachable.com/a/aff_5mgq1v7p/external?affcode=1158227_tbfxbghu" target="_blank"><b>Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins</b></a></p><p></p><p><b>Riverside -&gt; </b>Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://riverside.sjv.io/6y3Y33" target="_blank"><b>To learn more click here!</b></a></p><p></p><p><i>Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, the host may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. The information shared on this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider. The views, opinions, and experiences expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not reflect the hosts personal beliefs, opinions, or those of this podcast. Hosting a guest does not imply endorsement of their statements, products, services, or viewpoints. The goal is to encourage thoughtful conversations and provide a platform for a variety of perspectives.</i></p>