Episodes

  • Mom guilt: the s*x talk & the firstborn shift

    Mom guilt: the s*x talk & the firstborn shift
    Apr 17 2026
    Mom guilt comes in all forms — from being a working mom, to the transition from one kid to two, to worrying your kids aren’t eating enough vegetables. In this episode of Always Here, the girls talk about the pressure moms put on themselves, the emotional “firstborn shift,” and why the guilt can feel endless no matter what stage of motherhood you’re in. They also get into awkward conversations about the s*x talk and poll the audience for the wildest, most irrational places mom guilt has taken their minds. Policy Genius: Protect your family with a policy that grows with your life—head to https://policygenius.com/ABBY to compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save. Shopify: Sign up for your $1 per month trial today at https://shopify.com/abby NeededPCB: Head over to https://thisisneeded.com and use code ABBY for 20% off your first order. Always Hungry: Abby's: Pretzel Bites With Sourdough Discard amybakesbread.com/pretzel-bites-with-sourdough-discard Abigail's: Overnight Oats Recipe ◦ ½ cup rolled oats ◦ ¾ cup almond milk ◦ 1 tbs chia seeds ◦ Honey ◦ Frozen blueberries ◦ Dash of Cinamon For topping: • Strawberries • Bare naked granola in cashew butter and cacao flavor Chill overnight or in the fridge for 2 hours. Chapters: 01:30 - The Hope & the Hard 17:34 - Wow, that's crazy! 23:39 - Mom Guilt - audience poll 41:58 - Mom guilt - having a second child 47:01 - Working moms 59:51 - What our own moms said about mom guilt 01:10:50 - Ask Abbys 01:36:55 - Always Hungry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 47 mins
  • Most Overhyped Mom Products & Our Current Obsessions *Hilarious*

    Most Overhyped Mom Products & Our Current Obsessions *Hilarious*
    Apr 10 2026
    We’ve been influenced… and we have thoughts. From ride-or-die beauty products to baby gear we swear by, kitchen gadgets we didn’t know we needed, and our current book + date night favorites — we’re sharing it all. And then… we’re going through YOUR submissions and deciding what’s actually worth it — and what’s a hard pass. Quince: Refresh your spring wardrobe with Quince—go to https://quince.com/abby for free shipping and 365-day returns (now available in Canada, too). Always Hungry: Abby's Recipe: Brandt & Bennett’s Honey Wheat Bread Ingredients: 1 3/4 cup water 1 tsp salt 3 Tbsp coconut oil (or other oil) 4 Tbsp honey 2 1/3 cups whole wheat flour 2 1/3 cups bread flour 2 Tbsp ground flaxseed (optional) 2 tsp yeast (for bread machine) Instructions: Put all ingredients in the bread machine in order. Choose the whole wheat setting, and let the machine run. Abigails Recipe: Jennifer Aniston Salad https://www.eatingbirdfood.com/jennifer-aniston-salad/ Chapters: 00:40:04 - Life Update 17:27:01 - Live Event! 18:56:20 - Abby's Favorites! 40:07:25 - Abby's Favorites - Beauty&Style 54:30:28 - Abby's Favorites Home and Lifestyle 01:03:02:14 - Abby's Favorites: Food and Drink 01:09:54:17 - Abby's Favorites Kids and Family 01:13:11:29 - Abby's Favorites Entertainment/Media 01:19:24:09 - Rapid fire! 01:24:25:12 - Ask Abbys 01:31:42:02 - Always Hungry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • The wedding night & waiting 'till marriage: Your most chaotic questions answered!

    The wedding night & waiting 'till marriage: Your most chaotic questions answered!
    Apr 3 2026
    The girls are BACK and taking your calls! 📞✨ This week, we're diving straight into your most burning questions in an all Ask Abby's episode. From the highs and hardships of motherhood, the wild ride of pregnancy, navigating love and relationships, to all things family — no topic is off limits and no question is too real. Burn Bootcamp Event Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/always-here-camp-tickets-1986166656937 Always Hungry Recipes Mini Egg Rice Krispie Treats (Abigail) - https://butterwithasideofbread.com/mini-egg-rice-krispie-treats/ Turkey Taco Skillet (Abby) - https://www.mccormick.com/blogs/recipes/turkey-taco-skillet Chapters: 01:11 - Life Update 09:25 - Ask Abbys Pregnancy and Parenting 10:54 - Age gap between babies 14:55 - Having a c-section and a toddler 19:38 - Starting solids 23:43 - Discipline differences 27:19 - Stay at home moming 30:22 - Ask Addys Pop Culture 30:56 - Fav reality shows 36:45 - Clownin' 38:18 - Car adverts 42:16 - What would you do if not internet? 44:39 - What were your jobs before this 47:29 - Ask Abbys Friendship 52:19 - Friends without kids? 54:07 - How do I get close to my SIL 57:24 - Tuning out the drama 01:00:45 - What did you sacrifice? 01:04:42 - Ask Abbys Marriage & Dating 01:05:11 - Advice for wedding 01:13:03 - Advice for the wedding night 01:25:15 - Live event! 01:27:37 - Always Hungry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • Pregnancy, C-Section Guilt & Morning Sickness

    Pregnancy, C-Section Guilt & Morning Sickness
    Mar 27 2026
    In this episode, the girls open up about the complicated emotions that can come with birth and pregnancy. They talk honestly about C-section guilt and the pressure many moms feel to have a “natural” delivery — and what it’s like to process feelings of disappointment, anger, and healing afterward. They also share the reality of tough morning sickness, the trial-and-error search for relief, and how pregnancy can look and feel completely different each time. Plus, Abby shares a meaningful update about her rainbow baby and the mix of hope, gratitude, and vulnerability that comes with this season. Sign up for your $1 per month trial today at https://shopify.com/abby Head to https://policygenius.com/ABBY to compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save. Head over to https://thisisneeded.com and use code ABBY for 20% off your first order. Leave your voicemail: (602) 456 - 9690 Chapters: 00:51 - Life Update 10:26 - SLOMW x Bachelorette 15:43 - Reminders of Him 19:44 - Big announcement! 29:00 - Ad break 30:28 - 1st trimester symptoms 37:50 - Does it get easier? 39:17 - Telling our kids 40:33 - Ad break 44:00 - C-section 52:29 - Ad break 53:56 - Ask Abbys 1:11:08 - Book Club 1:24:45 - Always Hungry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • Botox, Beauty Standards, and Things I Said I’d Never Do (But Did Anyway)

    Botox, Beauty Standards, and Things I Said I’d Never Do (But Did Anyway)
    Mar 20 2026
    This week on Always Here we're getting honest about Botox and filler — the decision, the guilt, and the beauty standards we're all quietly navigating as mothers. We also get into hypocrisy (the fun kind) and all the things we swore we'd never do before we had kids... and then absolutely did. Plus, you sent us your best mom-hypocrisy confessions and they did not disappoint. Our listeners get the Flamingo Starter Set for just $7 at https://www.shopflamingo.com/abby Leave your voicemail: (602) 456 - 9690 Chapters: 1:00 - Life Update 3:33 - Book Club 7:55 - Live event 8:32 - The Hope and The Hard 11:00 - Flamingo Ad 15:00 - Botox and Filler 22:40 - Where do we draw the line? 40:50 - Trends 46:24 - How to Hypocrite 1:05:40 - Always Homies Submissions 1:17:25 - Ask Abbys 01:25:06 - Always Hungry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • Why My Mom Was Actually Right About Everything

    Why My Mom Was Actually Right About Everything
    Mar 13 2026
    We’re sharing highlights from our first family ski trip, diving into why more families are choosing to move abroad, and reading your hilarious (and humbling) stories of the times you definitely should have listened to your mom. We also open up about the advice from our own moms that has stuck with us — and how those lessons are shaping our lives and parenting now. Cozy Earth: Go to https://cozyearth.com/abby for up to 20% off! Always Eating Abigail: https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/moms-slow-cooker-beef-stew/ Abby:https://recipesbynatalie.com/sheet-pan-gnocchi-with-brussels-sprouts-and-sausage/?utm_source=Pintere... Leave your voicemail: (602) 456 - 9690 Chapters 02:38 - Life Update 13:18 - Wow That's Crazy 19:40 - Cozy Earth Ad 28:43 - I should have listened to my mom 45:32 - Things our moms taught us 01:11:41 - Always Eating 01:14:26 - Ask Abbys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • Infidelity, Mom Loneliness, & The Reality TV Ethics Debate

    Infidelity, Mom Loneliness, & The Reality TV Ethics Debate
    Mar 6 2026
    This week on Always Here we share everything we’re watching right now (yes, we’re gearing up for The Bachelorette), unpack whether shows should include ratings or content warnings around themes like pregnancy loss, and have an honest conversation about those isolating new-mom months and years. From navigating friendship conflict to actually making friends when you feel awkward, overwhelmed, or left out — this episode is part pop culture recap, part deep dive into the emotional realities of motherhood. If you’ve ever felt alone while everyone else looked fine, this one’s for you. One Skin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ABBY at https://www.oneskin.co/abby #oneskinpod Always Eating Recipes Abigail: https://joyfoodsunshine.com/the-most-amazing-chocolate-chip-cookies/ Abby: https://thenaturalnurturer.com/healthier-hamburger-helper-with-veggies/ Leave your voicemail: (602) 456 - 9690 Chapters: 03:06 - Hope and the Hard 03:22 - ANTM 19:45 - Wuthering Heights 30:47 - Bachelorette 54:03 - Where To Make Mom Friends 01:15:12 - Dealing with conflict 01:23:56 - Ask Abbys 01:32:33 - Always Eating Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • Most Embarrassing Mom Fails, Our Parenting Hacks, and Frida Mom Scandal

    Most Embarrassing Mom Fails, Our Parenting Hacks, and Frida Mom Scandal
    Feb 27 2026
    In this episode of Always Here, we’re diving into the funniest mom fails — yours and ours. After polling our audience, we read some truly iconic parenting mishaps (because honestly… survival is the real win). Then we balance things out by sharing our gold-medal parenting hacks that are saving our sanity right now. We also get into the Frida Mom scandal everyone’s been talking about and take a few calls from you guys for real-time advice, laughs, and solidarity. OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ABBY at ⁠https://www.oneskin.co/abby⁠ #oneskinpod Leave your voicemail: (602) 456 - 9690 Chapters 01:21 - Life Update 9:36 - Wow, That's Crazy! 20:28 - Mom Fails 44:25 - Mom Hacks 1:10:21 - Ask Abbys 1:16:20 - Always Eating 1:18:48 - Book Review Time Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 39 mins