We’re officially back and jumping straight into the new year with all the energy.

In this episode, we’re catching up on everything from the past few weeks and easing our way back into real life… while also feeling very ready to go full pedal-to-the-metal in 2026.

We recap:

 * New Year’s Eve and how we rang in the new year
 * Candace’s birthday and all the feelings that come with another lap around the sun
 * The general excitement, motivation, and “okay let’s do this” energy that January brings

We also take a minute to reflect on last January vs. now — how different things feel, what’s shifted, and how intentionally putting ourselves first over the last year genuinely changed our lives. More clarity, more confidence, and a lot less tolerating what doesn’t serve us anymore.

If you’re feeling motivated, hopeful, reflective, or somewhere in between as the year kicks off, this one will feel like a cozy but energizing chat with friends who get it.

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Questions/comments/need to vent? Email us at momgroupchat@gmail.com [momgroupchatpodacst@gmail.com]

EP 128: January Catch Up - Pedal to the Metal

SURPRISE. This episode was recorded on 12/26, meant to go live on 12/30… and then the holidays happened. You know how it goes. So here we are, dropping it now as a little bonus episode straight from the weird, cozy, disorienting space between Christmas and New Year’s.

In this episode of Mom Group Chat, we’re fully in the in-between. The fog. The “what day is it?” energy. The debate of all debates: do we stop drinking and try to reset our lives… or do we simply keep the party going until January tells us to stop?

We recap our Christmas days, all the plans we somehow packed into one week, and the chaos and sweetness that comes with it. Candace talks birthday plans, we reflect on how full (and tired) we are, and mostly just let the conversation wander exactly the way it does during holiday break.

No big theme. No lessons. No tidy wrap-up. Just a mish-mash, ramble-y, honest check-in from two moms trying to find their footing before real life kicks back in.

Think of this episode as a voice memo from your friends while everyone’s still in leggings, eating leftovers, and pretending January isn’t coming yet.

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Questions/comments/need to vent? Email us at momgroupchat@gmail.com [momgroupchatpodacst@gmail.com]

EP 127: Holiday Hangover

We’re officially closing the book on 2025. In true Mom Group Chat fashion, we’re getting honest, reflective, and a little excited about what’s next.

In this episode, we’re walking through our goals and intentions for 2026, breaking them down into the categories that matter most in this season of life. This isn’t about rigid resolutions or pressure to “do it all.” It’s about clarity, alignment, and deciding how we actually want the next year to feel.

We dive into:

 * Family: What we’re prioritizing at home, the kind of presence we want to bring into our families, and the boundaries we’re setting to protect that time
 * Health: Shifting away from all-or-nothing thinking and focusing on sustainable habits that support our energy, strength, and mental health
 * Career: Where we’re feeling called to grow, what we’re letting go of, and how we’re redefining success in this next chapter
 * Mom Group Chat: Our vision for the podcast in 2026, what we’re excited to expand, and how we want to show up for this community
 * Personal Growth: The internal work, mindset shifts, and intentions we’re carrying forward into the new year

If you’re heading into 2026 craving more intention and less pressure, this episode is for you. Grab a coffee, take a walk, or listen during a rare quiet moment—and maybe let this be your permission slip to reflect on what you want next.

EP 126: Goodbye 2025, Hello 2026

This week’s episode is exactly what happens when two moms are overtired, slightly unhinged, and feeling way too comfortable behind the mic: we’re sharing our hottest takes. The ones you usually only send to your group chat with a “don’t cancel me for this” disclaimer.

We’re talking everything from:

✨ Why we actually don’t care about red dyes (and the things we wish moms would stop fear-mongering over)
👶 The reality of being in the two under two club and why we deserve a medal
📱 Screen time honesty hour — what we allow, what we don’t, and why the mom shame around this topic needs to die already
🍼 The baby gear people swear by that… we just don’t get
🍽️ Kid snacks, picky eating, and the hills we’re weirdly willing to die on
🤪 And truly? So much more chaos we can’t even bullet-point it

If you love episodes that feel like sitting on the couch with your funniest mom friends, laughing, venting, and validating each other — this one is your Super Bowl.

Keep up with the Moms and join the conversation on our socials:

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Questions/comments/need to vent? Email us at momgroupchat@gmail.com [momgroupchatpodacst@gmail.com]

EP 125: Motherhood Hot Takes

This week on Mom Group Chat, we are officially in our December era.
We’re recapping everything from the past couple of weeks — starting with Whitney flying down to Tampa, the two of us getting to spend time together IRL, and our surreal moment of being featured on Daytime TV (!!). Candace also shares all the details from her recent NYC trip — the cozy vibes, the food, the friends, the fall magic — and why the city always feels like a reset button.

We’re also talking about how the holiday chaos is starting to creep in… the schedules, the school events, the to-do lists, the mental gymnastics. And, of course, we get into the very real realization that our bodies can no longer keep up with every holiday drink, treat, and festive outing the way they used to. (One spiked hot chocolate and we’re done for.)

It’s a catch-up episode full of stories, laughs, and that “ok good, it’s not just me” energy we all need this time of year.

Keep up with the Moms and join the conversation on our socials:

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Questions/comments/need to vent? Email us at momgroupchat@gmail.com [momgroupchatpodacst@gmail.com]

EP 124: December Catch Up

t’s officially that time of year — our annual Holiday Gift Guide is here and we are coming in hot with ideas for literally everyone on your list. In this episode, Candace and Whitney each share one favorite pick in the categories of for you, for baby, for toddler, for him, for home, and for friends + family. These are things we genuinely love, use, and would happily recommend to any mom friend in a group chat (aka you).

We break down why each gift made the list, what we personally love about them, and who they’re perfect for — with plenty of laughter, mom tangents, and “add to cart immediately” energy sprinkled throughout. Whether you’re shopping early, panic-ordering in the school pickup line, or just building a wishlist to text your husband, this episode is here to make your holiday season easier.

You can shop our full guides here:
Whitney’s Full Gift Guide: HERE [https://shopmy.us/collections/3002369]
Candace’s Full Gift Guide: HERE [https://shopmy.us/shop/candacecdonnelly?Section_id=1295849&tab=collections]

✨ What’s Inside This Episode

 * Our honest, unfiltered mom-takes on the best gifts of the season
 * Something for every budget and every personality
 * A handful of extra mentions because we physically cannot stick to one pick
 * The items we’re personally ordering for our own families
 * And zero gatekeeping — ever.

🛍️ Links & Resources

All products mentioned in the episode can be found in the links above or on our Instagram so you can shop along as you listen.

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Questions/comments/need to vent? Email us at momgroupchat@gmail.com [momgroupchatpodacst@gmail.com]

EP 123: Annual Holiday Gift Guide

This week on Mom Group Chat, we’re officially entering the era of pitch-black-at-5PM… and honestly? We have thoughts. Big ones.

We’re talking all things Thanksgiving excitement — the food, the vibes, the outfits, the fact that somehow we’re already planning desserts like our lives depend on it. And then we get into the real mom talk: what on earth we’re doing with our kids once the sun disappears at 4:59PM.

From our current go-to evening activities to the ones that are only happening because we’re desperate (hi, sensory bins at 6:15PM), we’re sharing exactly how we’re filling the nighttime hours without losing our minds.

Expect cozy chaos, laugh-through-the-struggle moments, and the reminder that if you’ve already done one Target run this week simply because it was dark out… you are not alone.

Chill Mom Craft Co: https://chillmomcraftco.com/

Learning with Kelsey Boxes: https://rstr.co/learning-with-kelsey/13284

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EP 122: Thanksgiving Excitement

Welcome back to the group chat where the coffee is strong, the candy is hidden from the children, and we’re all a little emotionally fragile.

This week is pure hodge-podge catch up energy while we recover from Halloween and try to remember what time it is. Spoiler: our kids don’t know either.

We get into:

 * Halloween recap
 * The neighborhood trick-or-treat dynamics and the difference between our kids' trick-or-treat habits
 * How much candy we’ve eaten after bedtime (don’t lie, same)
 * The moment you realize it’s been dark for three hours and it’s only 6:02pm
 * How daylight savings is personally attacking our household rhythms
 * The collective mood of “I love my family but also… everyone needs to calm down”

No solutions yet. No strategies. No Pinterest mom energy. Just the truth.

This episode is for the moms currently:

 * Hiding candy wrappers in the trash under a paper towel
 * Whisper-yelling “IT IS STILL BEDTIME”
 * Wondering why it feels like midnight at 7pm

We are right there with you.

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EP 121: Post-Halloween Debrief + Daylight Savings Suffering

It’s time for our monthly catch-up — and this one’s a cozy November chat filled with life updates, laughs, and a little pre-holiday chaos.

Candace’s computer decided to call it quits (RIP to all the open tabs 🪦), she’s rocking a new haircut that has her feeling like a new woman, and Whitney’s back from a weekend in Alabama with stories that’ll make you want to plan your own girls’ trip.

We’re also chatting about easing into the holiday season — how we’re prepping, what we’re simplifying this year, and the things we’re not stressing about.

Keep up with the Moms and join the conversation on our socials:

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EP 120: November Catch Up

This week on Mom Group Chat, we’re joined by Kelsey Cook — the founder of Learning with Kelsey, a subscription box filled with developmentally appropriate activities for toddlers and early learners.

Kelsey created Learning with Kelsey after realizing how overwhelming it can feel for parents (especially moms) to constantly wonder if they’re doing “enough” to support their child’s growth. Her boxes are designed to make learning simple, fun, and stress-free — no Pinterest boards or hours of prep required.

We talk about what inspired her to start the brand, what she wishes parents would remember most about early childhood development, and the truth about how moms often carry the invisible weight of making sure our kids are learning and progressing.

PS: Whitney had some major tech difficulties at the start of this recording, so you’ll notice she’s missing for the first 20 minutes — but don’t worry, she jumps back in mid-episode!

Learning with Kelsey Link for $10 off: https://rstr.co/learning-with-kelsey/13284

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EP 119: Learning with Kelsey 

Mom Group Chat is a podcast for moms who are not perfect, but trying their best. We’re three best friends who have spent the past two years blowing up each other's phones for honest conversation around how our lives took a full 180 in the blink of an eye. We’re tired, we’re covered in yogurt, we’re obsessed with our baby’s chubby cheeks, we’re happiest alone in the car, and we’re trying to make sense of it all in our group chat.

Join us as we take the conversation from the phone to the mic and dive into topics like mom guilt, family dynamics, pregnancy and fertility, healthy coping mechanisms 🧘🏻‍♀️, not so healthy coping mechanisms 🍷, female friendships 💞, trying to find one *single* pair of jeans that work for your postpartum body, and so much more.

We’ll have guests, experts, and hear from our community because it takes a village, ya’ll. Bring your sense of humor because if you’re not laughing through motherhood, you’re probably crying. The only people that understand what it’s really like to be a mom, are other moms. So, hand the kids to dad for a few and welcome to our Mom Group Chat.

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