In this season's 7th episode Abbey and Kayly talk about Running on E. Most of us are running on empty more often than we realize—juggling work, family, and mental load until we hit the point of exhaustion. In this episode, nurses Abbey and Kayly share raw, relatable stories from their chaotic weeks and reveal the surprising ways they find ways to reset and keep going.

You’ll discover how simple habits like preparing your clothes the night before or taking a ten-minute walk with angry music can transform your mental state. Abbey and Kayly break down the importance of recognizing when you're truly depleted—before the gas light turns on—and how to pause, breathe, and reset amid the chaos. They share powerful insights on handling stress, setting boundaries, and trusting your intuition when everything feels overwhelming. These stories aren’t just about nursing—they hit at the heart of everyday burnout and resilience everyone experiences, especially moms and caregivers.

This episode is essential listening if you’ve ever felt pushed to the brink, or if you’re craving practical tips to thrive instead of just survive. Learn how to shift from running dry to refueling intentionally, with honesty, humor, and empathy. Whether you're on E right now or just looking for fresh perspective, Abbey and Kayly’s candid conversations will leave you inspired to channel your inner strength and prioritize your well-being.

Perfect for busy moms, healthcare professionals, or anyone navigating a hectic season—this is your call to pause, listen, and choose self-care before you're running on fumes.

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Podcast IG: Share your "Running on E" moments with us by tagging @ourshow and using #RunningOnE — let’s normalize burnout and support each other through it.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction: Embracing chaos and the reality of busy motherhood

02:00 - Balancing labor and delivery shifts — surprising shifts in perspective

05:00 - Recognizing how stress and hormone rushes impact new moms

08:00 - The mental toll of chaotic mornings and the importance of planning ahead

12:00 - Self-awareness and managing emotional depletion during busy days

15:00 - Quick mental resets: Smiling through chaos and the power of humor

20:00 - Supporting mental health: Recognizing signs of burnout and refueling strategies

25:00 - Support systems, love languages, and sharing your needs

30:00 - The pitfalls of running on fumes and how to recognize your gaslight moment

35:00 - Practical tips: Preparing the night before, listening to your intuition

40:00 - Boundaries with children and sharing mental space

45:00 - The importance of quiet car moments and adult conversations

50:00 - Recognizing our limits and letting go of guilt about plans and self-care

55:00 - Embracing feelings and the power of self-compassion

60:00 - Conclusion: Practice what we preach — catching ourselves before hitting empty

Episode #6: No One Talks About This Part of Motherhood

Where Abbey and Kayly talk about the hard stuff.
PPD, partnership shifts, and losing yourself a little.

Everyone posts the newborn photos.
No one posts the identity crisis.

Motherhood changes everything — including your relationship — and no one really prepares you for that part.

In this raw and honest conversation, we’re talking about the side of motherhood that stays off Instagram. The mental load. The quiet anxiety. The “high-functioning struggling.”

The guilt that comes with postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety — especially when you wanted this baby.

Because just because you prayed for it doesn’t mean it isn’t exhausting.

We unpack what postpartum really looks like emotionally — from survival mode days where everything gets done but you don’t remember how, to the shame around admitting you’re not okay. We talk about therapy — the misconceptions, the courage it takes to start, and how finding the right therapist can change everything. Healing isn’t weakness. Strong moms still need support.

And then there’s marriage.

We’re diving into how relationships shift after kids — why partnership feels different, why bandwidth shrinks, and why date nights don’t magically fix emotional distance. (Spoiler: conversations do.)

We also talk about identity — grieving the freedom you once had while deeply loving the family you’ve built. Missing parts of your old self doesn’t mean you regret becoming a mom. It means you’re human.

If you’ve ever thought,
“Why does this feel harder than I expected?”
“Why don’t I feel like myself?”
“Why aren’t we connecting like we used to?”

This episode is for you.

You’re not failing at motherhood.
You’re adjusting to becoming someone new.

Chapters

• 00:00 Challenges of Postpartum
• 15:10 Postpartum Struggles and Relationship Challenges
• 22:11 Identity Shift as a Parent
• 31:46 Finding Joy in Challenging Situations
• 38:43 The Importance of Support and Community
• 46:44 Relationship Dynamics After Having Children

Welcome back to The Good Shift, where we heal… but first we expose ourselves.

Abbey and Kayly unpack the petty things we’ve done in relationships, the texts we almost sent, and the group chats that tried to save us from ourselves. From “accidentally” liking old photos to drafting paragraphs we absolutely should’ve left in the notes app — nothing is off limits.

We talk about:

• The pettiest thing we’ve done (and almost done)
• The friend who always says “Stand up.”
• The delusional defender in the group chat
• The silent friend who sends one devastating sentence
• Why if three women say he’s weird… he’s weird

And yes — we play “Should She Text Him?”
He liked your story at 1:47am.
He said “I’ve changed.”
He posted “protect your peace” after causing chaos.
He replied “lol” to a paragraph.

Immediate answers. No mercy.

But beneath the jokes is something real.

Because sometimes “closure” is code for wanting one more reaction.
Sometimes the group chat isn’t messy — it’s unpaid security.
And sometimes peace feels better than proving a point.

If your group chat says don’t do it… don’t do it.