Always Here

It’s Friendsgiving season, and the Abbys are going head-to-head to plan the ultimate holiday gathering! We’re debating Friendsgiving dos and don’ts, sharing your hilarious hosting horror stories, and tackling some VERY controversial Thanksgiving food opinions. Plus, our first adventures as soccer moms, husbands who take holiday activities way too seriously, and plenty of unsolicited opinions. Grab a seat at the table! Freestyle: Get 30% off your first 3 months of a Freestyle diaper subscription at https://freestyle.world/ALWAYSHERE with code ALWAYSHERE That's a full month of premium diapers delivered to your door for just $49/month for your first 3 months. Quince: Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns at https://quince.com/abby Chilipad: Visit https://www.sleep.me/alwayshere to get up to $640 off your Chilipad 2.0 with code ALWAYSHERE, plus a free three-year protection plan and free shipping for a limited time. Needed PCB: Head over to https://thisisneeded.com and use code ALWAYSHERE for 20% off your first order. 📞✨ Leave us a voicemail at (602) 456-9690 Follow Always Here: https://www.youtube.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/alwaysherepodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583535220280 Listen to the pod on Spotify/Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/38IRpe6gV1WnqIFNZ6CHF5 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/always-here/id1862654475 Chapters: 00:49 - Life Update 04:53 - Toddler soccer 09:35 - The Hope the Hard 09:44 - Caleb's birthday 11:30 - sick babe 12:53 - Call your grandma 13:44 - Fischer update 15:21 - Wow, that's crazy! 22:56 - Friendsgiving 24:56 - Hosting horror stories 32:08 - Friendsgiving Faceoff 56:31 - Friendsgiving Faux Pas 59:55 - Friendsgiving To Dos 1:05:42 - Ask Abbys 1:15:54 - Always Hungry 1:43:05 - Book Club Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Halloween from your favorite Founding Fathers! 🎃 This week, we’re sharing the scariest parts of girlhood—from sticky bra malfunctions and period horror stories to embarrassing body odor, puberty mishaps, and the unexpected realities of adulthood. Plus, we’re talking Victoria’s Secret runway drama, Dancing with the Stars controversies, and some of your funniest girlhood jump scares! AG1: Go to https://drinkag1.com/ABBY and for a limited time, get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro. Instant Hydration: For over 40% off your first subscription order at Instant Hydration, go to https://instanthydration.com/ALWAYSHERE and use promo code ALWAYSHERE. Nutrafol: Discover Nutrafol Strand Serum, designed to reduce breakage for stronger, longer hair—learn more at https://nutrafol.com. Chilipad: Visit https://www.sleep.me/alwayshere to get up to $255 off your Chilipad 2.0 with code ALWAYSHERE, plus free shipping and a 30-day sleep trial for Always Here listeners. 📞✨ Leave us a voicemail at (602) 456-9690 Follow Always Here: https://www.youtube.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/alwaysherepodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583535220280 Listen to the pod on Spotify/Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/38IRpe6gV1WnqIFNZ6CHF5 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/always-here/id1862654475 Chapters: 06:01 - The Hope the Hard 15:44 - Wow, That's Crazy! 18:09 - Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 34:14 - Jumpscares of Girlhood - your submissions 48:15 - Our Jumpscares 1:08:17 - Freak or Fiction? 1:14:41 - Ask Abbys 1:23:10 - Always Hungry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re back with another Ask Abbys episode, answering your burning questions from our voicemail hotline! Should grandparents ask permission before buying your kids gifts? How do you handle family members posting pictures of your children online? And how do you overcome the fear of starting a family? Plus, Abby shares why she almost couldn’t leave baby Fisher for her first date night with Matt, her hilarious postpartum brain fog, and some VERY unexpected pregnancy dreams! 📞✨ Leave us a voicemail at (602) 456-9690 Policy Genius: Head to https://policygenius.com/ABBY to compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save. Upwork: Visit https://upwork.com to post your job for free and connect with top talent ready to help your business grow. Thrive Market: Join Thrive Market today and get $30 off your first two orders plus a free gift with promo code ABBY at https://thrivemarket.com. Merit Beauty: Get your free Signature Makeup Bag with your first order at https://meritbeauty.com. Cometeer Coffee: Get $20 off your first order at https://cometeer.com/ALWAYSHERE or use code ALWAYSHERE. Always Hungry Abigails Recipe: Taco Soup https://www.pauladeen.com/recipe/taco-soup-recipe/ Abby’s Recipe: Arugula Salad Salad Ingredients: - Arugula - Freshly Grated Parmesean - Thinly Sliced Green Apples - Homemade Dressing Dressing Ingredients: 3 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1–2 tsp honey ¼ tsp salt, or to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste Follow Always Here: https://www.youtube.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/alwaysherepodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583535220280 Listen to the pod on Spotify/Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/38IRpe6gV1WnqIFNZ6CHF5 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/always-here/id1862654475 Chapters: 2:19 - Pilates event 5:25 - The Hope & the Hard 14:40 - First date w/out the baby 19:05 - Wow, that's crazy 19:12 - Shane Gillis 27:21 - Staying at friend's houses 34:15 - Ask Abbys 34:31 - Holidays 52:06 - Family and Friendship 1:19:10 - Just for fun! 1:38:37 - Always Hungry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we’re talking about all the fall traditions we’re NOT doing this year. From matching family costumes and scary movies to putting babies in pumpkins, we’re sharing our Halloween hot takes, costume fails, and the Pinterest mom trends that are just too much work. Needed PCB: Head over to https://thisisneeded.com and use code ALWAYSHERE for 20% off your first order. HeyPolo: Protect your loved ones without spying on them. Use code abby at https://heypolo.com/abby to get 70% off. Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/ztzqlnwl #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement, for the Sutton debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-sutton and for the Bancorp debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-bancorp. Savings and Offers provided by Cash App, a Block Inc. brand. Offers may not be affiliated with third party merchants. Parents and legal guardians can open a managed account for kids 6-12. Cash App will pass through a portion of the interest paid on your savings balance held in an account for the benefit of Cash App customers at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Member FDIC. To earn interest on your Cash App savings balance, you need to have sponsor approval. Exceptions may apply. Savings yield rate is subject to change. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. HungryRoot: Explore our Hungryroot Digital Cookbook “Always Hungry with the Abby Howards” at https://hungryroot.com/ALWAYSHERE Follow Always Here: https://www.youtube.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/alwaysherepodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583535220280 Listen to the pod on Spotify/Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/38IRpe6gV1WnqIFNZ6CHF5 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/always-here/id1862654475 Chapters: 02:02 - The Hope and the Hard 14:27 - Pregnancy scare 24:14 - Wow, That's Crazy! 34:06 - Gypsy Rose 49:58 - Things we're opting out of this Fall 1:12:33 - Ask Abbys 1:28:19 - Always Hungry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we’re recapping our road trip with five kids under five — from $30 apple juice and restaurant chaos to everything we learned about traveling with friends. We’re also sharing our biggest tips for finding compatible travel buddies, navigating different parenting styles, and making trips with kids actually enjoyable. Shopify: Start your business before Black Friday with a free trial at https://shopify.com/abby. Freestyle: Get 30% off your first 3 months of a Freestyle diaper subscription at https://freestyle.world/ALWAYSHERE with code ALWAYSHERE—premium diapers delivered to your door for just $49/month for your first 3 months. Branch Basics: Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code ALWAYSHERE at https://branchbasics.com/ALWAYSHERE #branchbasicspod Nutrafol: Discover Nutrafol Strand Serum, designed to reduce breakage for stronger, longer hair—learn more at https://nutrafol.com. Always Hungry Abby: Tomato Cucumber SaladIngredients:1 pack Flavor bomb tomatoes1-2 English cucumbers depending on if you use big Costco pack of tomatoes or small one1 bell pepper (optional, I don’t always add this in)1 package of mintOlive oilRed wine vinegarSalt & pepperInstructions:Cut tomatoes in half, skin cucumber cut in quarters, dice the bell pepper and remove mint from stems and finely chop the leaves. Combine it all and top with a good amount of olive oil and red wine vinegar to taste and add salt and pepper.Abigail: Homemade Taco Seasoningwww.heatherdisarro.com/single-batch-taco-seasoning Follow Always Here: https://www.youtube.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/alwaysherepodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583535220280 Listen to the pod on Spotify/Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/38IRpe6gV1WnqIFNZ6CHF5 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/always-here/id1862654475 Chapters: 1:19 - Pregnancy/Postpartum catch up 4:10 - The Hope the Hard 16:06 - Newport family trip 28:09 - Balboa Island 41:14 - Audience poll 47:50 - Tips for traveling with friends 54:27 - Travel compatibility 59:39 - Ask Abbys 1:11:28 - Always Hungry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we’re sharing the things we’re surprisingly bad at, hidden talents, and bucket list skills we want to master. We also open up about navigating grief one year later, mom guilt, and the ethics of reality T.V. Quince: https://quince.com/abby Honeylove: Save 20% off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/ABBY! #honeylovepod Merit Beauty: Get Merit's Signature Makeup Bag free with your first order at https://meritbeauty.com. Forkful: Head to https://forkfulmeals.com/ABBY for 50% off your first order today! Follow Always Here: https://www.youtube.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/alwaysherepodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583535220280 Listen to the pod on Spotify/Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/38IRpe6gV1WnqIFNZ6CHF5 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/always-here/id1862654475 Chapters: 2:06 - The Hope the Hard 18:54 - Wow, That's Crazy 19:07 - Secret Lives of Mormon Wives 31:59 - Always Thinking 36:04 - Hidden Talents 1:06:59 - Bucket list 1:17:54 - Book Club 1:22:08 - Ask Abbys 1:33:45 - Always Hungry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we’re getting into some of the internet’s latest controversies, from Sydney Sweeney to the viral HYROX runner; sharing wild in-law stories; and talking about the family boundaries we’ve learned to set in our own marriages. Plus, we debate maternity photos, and get into how to love your in-laws, avoid family gossip, and set boundaries without tearing relationships apart. Hungryroot: Explore our Hungryroot Digital Cookbook “Always Hungry with the Abby Howards” at https://hungryroot.com/ALWAYSHERE Policygenius: Head to https://policygenius.com/ABBY to compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save. Wayfair: Transform your space with pieces that hold up to real life—join Wayfair Rewards today and get 5% back on every purchase at https://wayfair.com or on the Wayfair app. UpWork: Visithttps://upwork.com right now and post your job for free to connect with top talent ready to help your business grow. Always Hungry: Abigail | Pumpkin Pie Crisp https://thenovicechefblog.com/pumpkin-pie-crisp/ Abby | Berry Pecan Salad from Kneaders Ingredients: Spring Mix, Chicken, Feta Cheese, Raspberries, Candied Pecans, Strawberries, Blueberries, Onion Slices and Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette dressing. Follow Always Here: https://www.youtube.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/alwaysherepodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583535220280 Listen to the pod on Spotify/Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/38IRpe6gV1WnqIFNZ6CHF5 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/always-here/id1862654475 Chapters: 01:02 - The Hope & the Hard 04:32 - Binky struggles 09:07 - Post vacation blues 14:38 - Wow, that's crazy 14:52 - Sydney Sweeney Ad Controversy 32:24 - Pastor's Wife Documentary 47:39 - High Rocks Runner controversy 57:40 - In-Laws 58:41 - In-Law Horror Storie 1:10:35 - Tips for loving your in-law 1:22:03 - Patreon 1:39:54 - Always Hungry 1:43:36 - Ask Abby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we’re sharing our wildest roommate and rental stories - from a landlord secretly coming into our house to a very scary encounter while pregnant. Plus, Addy bought a house! We’re talking through the home-buying process, what surprised her most about a new build, and the things no one warns you about before buying your first home. Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/ztzqlnwl #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement, for the Sutton debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-sutton and for the Bancorp debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-bancorp. Savings and Offers provided by Cash App, a Block Inc. brand. Offers may not be affiliated with third party merchants. Parents and legal guardians can open a managed account for kids 6-12. Cash App will pass through a portion of the interest paid on your savings balance held in an account for the benefit of Cash App customers at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Member FDIC. To earn interest on your Cash App savings balance, you need to have sponsor approval. Exceptions may apply. Savings yield rate is subject to change. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Thrive Market: Use my link https://ThriveMarket.com/abby to get $30 off your first two orders—this exclusive offer covers your membership fee, so sign up now before it ends. Vinted: Ready to clean out your closet and make some extra money? Download the Vinted app for free and start listing. There are no seller fees, so you keep every dollar you earn. https://vinted.com Shopify: Free trial at https://shopify.com/abby Abby's Recipe: Roasted Sweet Potato Instructions: Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise. Rub the cut sides with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place the sweet potatoes cut-side down directly on a baking sheet. Bake for 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10–15 minutes before serving. Abigails Recipe: Pumpkin Bread Recipe https://www.instagram.com/p/CisI9lSOWC1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&stkn=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Follow Always Here: https://www.youtube.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/alwaysherepodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583535220280 Listen to the pod on Spotify/Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/38IRpe6gV1WnqIFNZ6CHF5 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/always-here/id1862654475 Chapters: 01:49 - Abigail's trip to Italy 09:49 - Formula one recap 22:20 - Traveling without kids 28:57 - The Hope & the Hard 29:00 - Biswell Beauty Restock! 31:04 - Spaying my dog 33:55 - Wow, that's Crazy! 35:55 - Savannah Bananas 42:01 - Buying my first house 43:18 - Roomates 50:18 - Landlord nightmare 56:27 - Rental nightmares 1:03:02 - Audience submitted roommate nightmares 1:09:59 - Things I learned when buying my first house 1:24:06 - Ask Abbys 1:34:06 - Always Hungry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Abby is back! 💛 And, we’re getting VERY honest about the things no one warns you about postpartum. From painful latching and unexpected milk leaks to embarrassing recovery stories and the gross realities of the newborn stage, we’re sharing all the things we wish someone had told us before having babies. Forkful: Head to https://forkfulmeals.com/ABBY for 50% off your first order today! Flamingo: Our listeners get the Flamingo Starter Set for just $7 at https://www.shopflamingo.com/abby Merit Beauty: Right now, Merit Beauty is offering our listeners their Signature Makeup Bag – which if you’ve seen it, it’s not just a make-up bag but really an accessory – free with your first order at https://meritbeauty.com Magic Spoon: Get $5 off Magic Spoon Treats, a high-protein, low-sugar snack, at https://magicspoon.com/ABBY. Always Hungry: Abigail: Banana Bread Muffins bunnyswarmoven.net/banana-muffins-with-crumb-topping Abby: Turkey Chili diycandy.com/weight-watchers-chili-recipe Follow Always Here: https://www.youtube.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/alwaysherepodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583535220280 Listen to the pod on Spotify/Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/38IRpe6gV1WnqIFNZ6CHF5 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/always-here/id1862654475 Chapters: 01:08 - The Hope & the Hard 15:08 - nighttime scaries 16:00 - Brielle's 1st birthday 22:21 - Toddler friendly movies 26:49 - The Hawk 29:48 - Wow, that's crazy! 31:36 - Dancing with the Stars 36:33 - The polyester prob 42:41 - Postpartum 43:20 - Audience poll - things you didn't expect 53:14 - Things we didn't expect 54:24 - Nursing 58:53 - Sex after giving birth 01:03:49 - Anxiety 01:08:13 - VBAC 01:15:43 - Breastfeeding 01:22:26 - First night alone with 3 kids 01:28:38 - Embarrassing postpartum stories 01:34:00 - Ask Abbys 01:45:00 - Always Hungry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

💛 You asked, we listened! Val and Caitlin are stepping in to co-host this week while Abby is on maternity leave. The ladies swap bachelorette horror stories, share their wedding do’s and don’ts, and get into the marriage advice they actually swear by. 💛 Instant Hydration: For a better way to stay hydrated, go to https://instanthydration.com/ALWAYSHERE and use my promo code ALWAYSHERE for over 40% off your first subscription order - it’s Instant Hydration’s best offer available Shopify: Free trial at https://shopify.com/abby Osea: Go to https://oseamalibu.com and get 10% off your first order with code ABBY. Quince: https://quince.com/abby Always Hungry Abigail’s Recipe:Southwest Chicken Corn Chowderhttps://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/southwest-chicken-corn-chowderVal’s Recipes:Crunchy Baked Beef Tacoshttps://thedefineddish.com/crunchy-baked-beef-tacos/#wprm-recipe-container-20032My Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookieshttps://lillieeatsandtells.com/my-favorite-chocolate-chip-cookiesKaytlyn’s Recipes:Rigatoni Dish Ingredients:- Avocado oil- 1 lb Italian sausage- Box of rigatoni- Diced onion- I use the frozen bag 😬- 2 tbs garlic- 3-4 tablespoons tomato paste- Carton of grape tomatoes- 1 cup chicken stock- 1 medium zucchini- Salt- Pepper- Red pepper flakes if you’re feelin' it Instructions:1. Add avocado oil and onion to pan2. Cook the onion until translucent and add the Italian sausage. Season however makes your heart happy3. Boil salted water for rigatoni- once boiled add rigatoni and cook al dente. You want it slightly firmer because it’ll cook in the meat sauce more.4. Once sausage is cooked add in garlic and tomato paste. Get the meat coated in the paste and then add in your grape tomatoes and broth. Cover and let simmer- your goal is to get the tomatoes covered in broth enough to burst them5. Chop your zucchini into quarters and add them to your meat sauce6. Once your tomatoes are soft/bursting you may need to help a few others and press in them with your cooking utensil. Add some more salt and pepper if you so desire7. I like to add about 1/3 cup of pasta water! Drain your pasta and then add it to the meat sauce. Stir a lot to incorporate everything!8. You can top this with any sort of cheese you like!Fruity pebble Rice Krispie treats:Here’s the issue… I eyeball just about everything but here are my tipsUSE SALTED BUTTER- roughly 2 TbsOG FRUITY PEBBLES ONLY CANNOT BE OFF BRANDMini mallows are easier to use than giant ones but get the big bag not the 10ozPut your mini mallows in a large microwave safe bowl with salted butter on top. Microwave in 30 sec intervals until boiling lava hot then eyeball your fruity pebbles.You do not want to add the suggested amount of cereal because they will not be ooey gooey they will turn out more dry. So maybe like a cup less. But add in desired cereal amount and stir. Then put em in a pan and push them down with parchment paper you’ve sprayed with oil. Do not press too hard because again… they’ll be hard! Follow Always Here: https://www.youtube.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/alwaysherepodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alwaysherepodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583535220280 Listen to the pod on Spotify/Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/38IRpe6gV1WnqIFNZ6CHF5 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/always-here/id1862654475 03:10 - The Hope & the Hard 03:32 - Periods / flex disc 07:35 - 9 yr anniversary 09:20 - Gym flu 12:45 - Postpartum after 3rd baby 19:44 - Our meet cute 25:23 - Bachelorette Horror Stories 32:27 - Our bachelorette parties 35:15 - Cost of bachelorette parties 46:09 - Wedding / Marriage 56:45 - Advice for singles 01:15:53 - Ask Abbys 01:28:00 - Always Hungry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices