Secrets from the NICU! - RELAX # 45

[@zaibabrar8590]

I love how Erik just calls Colleen's subscribers "Your People". Its sounds like were an actual ancient tribe residing in the mountains😂😂😂

[@hanerrae]

but we’re his people too, now!!!

[@Pshippyyy]

None of you are residing in the mountains?

[@OG_Orly_OG]

how at all does it sound like that?

[@torithesuperhero4655]

Thats because we are 😒🙄

[@Suprachiasmatic]

I’ve now developed this entire backstory for Gary and it involves this security job either being his dream job or the one thing in life that’s holding him back. I think you should walk up to his desk sometime and just say “hey, Gary! Nice to see you again!” and see if he chills out at all.

[@FruityVeggieHead]

I was also wondering if he’s lonely cause I know some people like this where if you find out something about their life and make a point to ask them about it the next time you see them, they chill out. It’s frustrating when they have power like this over your life, but it’s also sometimes unavoidable

[@Kaalyn_HOW]

I feel like he's either passionate about security based on trauma or is a fired ex-cop power-trip bully. There is no in-between. Gary will either be the hero on a disaster or the one who planted the bomb.

[@Suprachiasmatic]

@@Kaalyn_HOW yeah I feel that. I used to work in a job that had me have to go to court a lot and a lot of the security officers at the court house were like that. Failed their attempts to join the military or police force and had a chip on their shoulders.

[@futureZbright]

Laughing so hard at Gary story. He sounds like an SNL skit.

[@lisalisa4576]

@@FruityVeggieHead it’s crazy how y’all are talking about this security guard. He’s doing his job which is to follow certain safety/covid protocols as he’s protecting literal babies. Implying he’s on a power trip is ridiculous.

[@NatalieEsther]

I think Erik will be completely baffled to know there was a speck of glitter on his face the entire episode as that is IMPOSSIBLE since Colleen swore not to buy any this year 🙂

[@tasadit5208]

Now I can't unsee it :))

[@COURTSamaziing]

You’re trying to start beef, aren’t you Natalie 😂

[@NatalieEsther]

@@COURTSamaziing I’m not going to lie a part of me wants them to revisit this topic in next weeks ep lol

[@COURTSamaziing]

@@NatalieEsther oh it’s coming! 👀😂

[@Crystal-oc6zr]

I thought I was the only one that noticed it lol. Im cracking up thinking about all the back and forth about glitter on the episode of when to decorate for xmas.

[@ghostgrl6]

i have clinical depression and have been in a depressive episode for the past few weeks. this podcast really helps me relax and distracts me from what's happening in my life right now. thank you for putting these out every week and giving me some way of coping

[@juliamccauley8208]

i hear you love! agreed.

[@lilyblake5887]

Please take care of yourself! Watch a good comedy special, read a good book, belt your favorite music at the top of your lungs, go for a walk, or journal out all your feelings and drown the pages. I hope you feel better, and just know that you are not alone.

[@ghostgrl6]

@@lilyblake5887 thank you so much for this, its appreciated.

[@janaamr4468]

Hope ur doing okay!

[@auntshell29]

Depression sucks. I'm so sorry your having a rough time. Agree this podcast helps. It's soooo ridiculous in the best way.

[@elizabethmclemore3028]

Also, as someone who used to work at Marshall’s, there technically are “departments” and yes, we do get merchandise every. Single. Day. And they expect us to put it out perfectly out on the sales floor 🙃 and it is absolutely crazy the amount of people that will drop like $400/$500 on just random stuff. Especially Christmas decor. And that caramel corn had most DEFINITELY been on the shelf for 20 years, Colleen

[@shelbyprets4984]

There is always shit all over the floor too😂😭

[@whoscollinme]

@@shelbyprets4984 I went and there was a candle BROKEN on the floor, a broom with no brush bristles

[@stephaniemahar6870]

I really enjoyed this podcast. Erik makes me really laugh. I’m in the East too and the stories he tells you are 100% correct. Like Halloween eggs! LOL. And we don’t make lists.

[@melaniebell8236]

I worked at Marshall's as a sales associate and a Key Carrier for 4 years and literally no matter how much we cleaned it there was always just shit everywhere. Often times our whole shifts were just dedicated to cleaning up and putting things where. they belong and in like 2 seconds someone had moved it or dropped it or broken it lmfao. Our stockroom would look the same because when they send in trucks literally nothing is organized when they send it and we have to sort it into departments.

[@bellagonzalez211]

And we do have name brands 😂

[@ZoesZoo]

I'd be so tempted to whisper to the other security guards, when Gary isn't there, "sooo ... what's with Gary?" and see if they spill any tea 😂

[@Debawcherryinc]

Hahahah yessss

[@SiliconeDrones]

I so would

[@cstump2005]

Honestly? I could listen to Erik vent or ramble about anything for hours lol He’s hilarious and endearing

[@tisheralvay4010]

Yeah and she always interrupts him lol

[@IndyIsabelle]

Ikr

[@IndyIsabelle]

@@tisheralvay4010 yeah 😭😭😭

[@britneycamille9081]

@@tisheralvay4010 lol, maybe she's just not interested

[@hernameispekka_Rebecca]

@@britneycamille9081 Nah, her interrupting means she's listening. If you're talking to a person with adhd and they're actually quiet and looking at you, that's when you need to worry because they're more likely to have zoned out. Interruptions means she's listening and engaged!

[@torkaviantales802]

start greeting Garry by name. Everytime. Start learning details about his life that you can, so you can be like "Hey, Garry. How's X working out." let him do his thing, but keep super personal with him. he'll hate it.

[@fionadavis7047]

timestamps! 0:00 intro 1:35 Erik's who needs to relax 13:21 doordash sponsor 16:13 Colleen's who needs to relax 27:30 baby update 28:36 daily harvest sponsor 31:15 bad dinner 34:00 thanksgiving 39:06 Christmas 51:02 Ouai haircare sponsor 54:10 ummmm hygiene, and puss 1:03:49 quip sponsor 1:06:34 talking about the podcast, and the babies! 1:17:27 outro! bye bye! (also I feel like there were so many youtube ads)

[@Pro-em9kx]

thank youuu! Great jobbbbb ure amazing

[@CarmiMia]

Thanks for doing the lord's work

[@fionadavis7047]

@@CarmiMia no problem 😌

[@savannabrewton9566]

A hero!

[@xrisabuzi1332]

I agree with the KZbin ads

[@sarathecoolcat7913]

Our whole family does a Christmas list. It isn’t just you Colleen. I understand Erik’s point of view but I find lists helpful!

[@horsefacejames]

my boyfriends family also does this. It seems like a practical big family thing

[@BellaLin27]

Yep we do Christmas lists as well. It’s hard when everyone is adults who can buy their own things lol. Also my brother is impossible to buy for haha.

[@sierraluchmun8710]

i agree with Eric, we need Gary’s villain origin story

[@alaynapigott]

The next episode is going to be about how Erik has glitter on his face and how much he hates glitter 😂😂😂😂

[@angd6578]

Came here to say this

[@nicolewhitmore173]

I am glad that someone else was thinking the same thing I was. He’s going to be so annoyed. ✨

[@marinfelt9979]

Love Erik’s hatred of glitter and the fact that he’s had glitter on his top lip for most of the episode!🤣

[@theyluvv_layla1080]

as soon as i seen this i noticed the glitter 😆

[@tianalee8811]

@@theyluvv_layla1080 hahaha i can’t unsee it now

[@jonedutoit2174]

😂

[@tishjones8169]

It's on his nose too😂

[@Zachj0_0]

I noticed it towards the beginning and I couldn't stop seeing it the whole episode...

[@natalyamcgee3196]

Colleen had the best "who needs to relax" moment. That was such a good laugh!!!!

[@sarahundt3621]

Honestly!! I was dyinggg 😂😂

[@beeks8226]

A new theme song would cute, but this one is SO CATCHY. it literally gets stuck in my head at the most random times

[@siarasims]

lol yeah same! idk why but yesterday when i was brushing my teeth, i started to sing it

[@Juwlz]

Same, and also I think a lot of people are still quarantining to some degree, so it makes sense still. For me anyway😂 I'm immunocompromised, and have a toddler in the house, so I'm still being as careful as I can be😂

[@Baxfam1]

They shouldn’t change it

[@EmmaTheCowie]

I LOVEEEE THE THEME TUNE! I hope she doesn’t change it 😥

[@Jess-3]

I get it in my head too! I don’t want her to change it, just random parts of the song or the whole thing I randomly start singing 🤣🤣

[@LadyMiah]

Gary seems consistent though. Like he'll never let anyone through without doing his job properly even if he's seen you 40 times.

[@kamsm.2556]

TJ maxx employee here ! Yes. We get merchandise every single day, and they expect us to make it look so good in the floor when we literally have no more room for anything and our departments have buckets of merchandise in the back that can’t possibly fit on the floor. It’s insane and weird, and the back room team works really hard I love all of those people their great. It’s absolute chaos shopping there and working there 💀💀 for 11$ an hour at that

[@megandecker2441]

I worked at Ross for a year and let me tell you every tjmaxx I’ve been in has been HEADS AND TAILS ahead of Ross in terms of organization. Also so many people tried to use their Marshall’s credit card or gift card at Ross and I had to break the news that we are not in fact tjmaxx 😔

[@chocodipp]

You just describe how it’s like working at Rainbow Shops! Retail jobs can be A LOT!

[@cholasatanica9160]

$11?!?!???!!!!!!!!!! NOOOOOOOO

[@gabrielakelly1629]

As someone who worked at HomeGoods, it's absolutely insane how quickly items are stocked on the floor and sold. It seems like piles of trash but it'll never be the same pile that you see twice. And we never kept merchandise in the back so it always seemed even more cramped.

[@saraha319]

Is the makeup really expired?

[@lies_and_affectations]

The Gary story is killing me because there was a security card at Disneyland that worked at the cast member gates (actually Colleen he may have been there when you worked there!) and he ALWAYS has cookies for the cast members and he’s literally everyone’s favorite security guard, but he definitely had some of the same “make yourself look really busy and important” vibes. 😂😂😂

[@rebeccac.1758]

Hey, maybe you guys should get Gary a cool Christmas gift that he would really enjoy, and a heartfelt card, thanking him for keeping your babies safe all these days? Maybe he feels invisible at his job, and over looked alot. SOmetimes people just need to get a little gift, to keep their spirits up? ALSO, then maybe he would get you guys thru faster... Like a little brib hahahahaha?!?!?!

[@brianna7289]

Such a good idea!!

[@BurlesqueSinDee]

I have a theory! Gary is actually a HUGE fan of both of yours, but doesn't want to get caught geeking out. : P

[@bowandarroz]

I thought the same !!! But I think he just takes his job seriously :)

[@tiffanynicole5920]

I would die if Gary is watching this right now and is actually your biggest fan 😂

[@amandamartinez6124]

Gary absolutely knows who they and is probably a huge fan. 😂

[@kaylav9305]

Colleen hard core defending her acknowledgment of thanksgiving and all I could think about was that pumpkin floral arrangement where the card said merry Christmas 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@kaylav9305]

I agree on the teeth. The ONLY thing I do first is let the dogs out into the backyard. Then it’s straight to the toothbrush

[@janaamr4468]

LMAO

[@queenjray]

I am with Colleen, I am 43, and me and my family have always made lists. It makes it so much easier to buy gifts for a big family. We also celebrate both Hanukkah and Christmas so lists are essential! I love you guys so much and have you and your family in my prayers!

[@lynettegonzalez7420]

My family is the exact same way with the Christmas lists. Everyone has to make one, even all the adults. It’s very helpful for big families.

[@shelbysanchez4023]

This has nothing to do with the podcast but I’m going to cry when the twins come home. Also following Colleen is so much better than keeping up with the Kardashians.

[@JuliaDouglasLove]

I recommend for your next podcast to do a "stream of consciousness", don't worry about making it 'content worthy'. You can record the ads before so that it doesn't feel unauthentic for you guys. I love hearing the relationship between you two and your fun stories, it would feel like a nice hangout!

[@JudithTipton]

Our family did lists and drew names when the only two youngsters (I was the only one of Mom and Dad's four kids to reproduce) were my now 40-year-old sons. So few of us are left that we've foregone gifts except for immediate family. I want to express how wonderful watching you as a marital unit has been. Erik is so utterly respectful, supportive and a master communicator. The love between you tugs so hard at my heart because my husband was so like Erik and I lost him just before our 25th anniversary to cancer. I love seeing you treasure one another. I wish you many many more years with your gorgeous children and each other. It's been 23 years and I STILL feel that loss every day. MERRY CHRISTMAS!! Keep on lovin'! It helps us all!

[@thestarbabie]

judy, you seem like such a sweet soul. I love you I hope you have a beautiful holiday season with your family this year. i just know that they’re incredibly blessed to have you

[@McMaRithe]

Totally agree with the other comment. I don’t know you but I know your are a great awesome person. Wishing you the best

[@JudithTipton]

@@thestarbabie Thanks so for your kindness and God bless you and yours!

[@LindseyGraham03]

Colleen, I'm with you on this one girl. I brush my teeth IMMEDIATELY when I wake up. It's literally the first thing I do and I cannot do anything until it's done. I totally agree with you!

[@hernameispekka_Rebecca]

"I am sitting on a fidget spinner" Ok, that was the perfect way to describe sitting on a spinning chair if you're prone to fidgeting!! Erik sure has a way with words!

[@nicoleovesyou]

I can’t wait for the next “Gary Talk” 😂

[@veebee612]

I agree with Colleen on the list and brushing your teeth. Having a list makes getting gifts so much easier with a big family instead of getting them something hat you think they might like, you can get them something that you know they will like. And I also have to immediately brush my teeth. I hate that morning breath feeling and I have to brush my teeth before anything else.

[@karenmoreno5447]

I agree with Colleen, brush your teeth FIRST thing when I wake up. If I don’t, I feel gross until I can brush. You guys are adorable!! Just remember this stressful time is temporary and is so short in the big picture of your sweet babies lives. I truly live by the saying “ the days are long but the years are short while raising Kids”. Can’t wait for your days at the NICU to be done. Sending you ❤️.

[@LR11306]

I am just here to say I deeply love the Gary conversation. I love Gary, I love you guys, I love how serious he takes his job and the dynamic with his less intense coworkers. I totally sympathize your issues with him but it's great how you guys are taking it in stride and laughing about it. I am tearing up you guys made me giggle so hard.

[@tanyahazelton2076]

I freaking love the way he looks at you when he talks to you. That's when you know you are meant to be together. By the look when you speak to each other. Full of respect, curiosity, wonder, love............

[@jyup5850]

"You're always just a hair away from gettin pepper sprayed" 🤣🤣🤣🤣 lovin the Gary saga! Keep it comin til those babies come home!

[@alyssarico5535]

I don’t know “Gary” nor will I ever meet “Gary” but I was so entertained listening to you rant about him 😂😂😂

[@andisar90]

Poor Gary, he was only doing his job

[@Mangomartinisful]

‘It’s like the DMV!!’ Laughing out loud. Erik’s descriptions and stories are always on point.

[@caylenskiwi]

i agree with colleen for the christmas list thing, in my family we always ask for specific things people want while also doing a few things that they didn't ask for but may still like. a combo of both works great.

[@joey4222]

Exactly, my family does the same!

[@meware07]

There is a speck of glitter on Eric’s face and I can’t stop looking at it😂

[@hernameispekka_Rebecca]

I noticed that as well! And I love it!

[@KelsiChristine]

I can hear his voice saying ENOUGH WITH THE GLITTER 😂😂😂 he dead begged her not to do a glitter tree and this is why 🤣🤣🤣

[@EmilyRose-ou1nl]

The irony 😂

[@Anna-lh9ob]

Christmas lists are totally done in other families! My family has always had lists. When we were younger it was just general things, but now we'll send each other specific links to make things easier for each other.

[@mellsbells6075]

Marshall’s and tj-max is literally the up front black market! I’ve been saying this for YEARS Erik!!!! Also we have separate Marshall’s, tj-max, and Home Goods in our town in all different parts of town. I thought they weren’t the same company at all. Home goods is super fancy and the stuff is expensive and everything is laid out nicely like an interior designer was up in there. However the Marshall’s and tj-max are practically the same store with amazing deals and always have brand name stuff. The food is horrible, yes Colleen. They are across town from each other though.

[@haileygg6]

🤣🤣 lol the black market

[@mellsbells6075]

@@haileygg6 lol they don’t tell anyone where they got their stuff it’s like oh it just fell off a truck 🙃🙃🙃

[@alyssahamlett]

In Missouri we have marshalls/Homegoods they're next to each other n have their own names out front but u can go from one side to the other inside the store

[@mellsbells6075]

@@alyssahamlett omg that’s so cool and crazyyy. I’m in California like them but I’ve never seen one like they said it. And I’ve been to others in other towns in California too 😂

[@tatianaa06]

I’m 100% with Colleen when it comes to brushing my teeth first thing in the morning. I wake up wanting water so bad but i have to brush my teeth first because i HATE how my mouth feels in the mornings omg😂

[@mariefairie]

Gary sounds like such a character. Those kinds of people give color to my life 🥲 Although they’re less fun when they’re unavoidable.

[@annmarie9421]

"Those kinds of people" keep her babies safe. He should be appreciated and not criticized on their podcast.

[@bdfwhhsb]

@@annmarie9421 True.

[@shpup]

@@annmarie9421 24:37 she addresses that right here.... literally said word for word "I appreciate Gary, I'm glad he's keeping our babies safe" LMFAOOO

[@hernameispekka_Rebecca]

@@shpup Haha, exactly. They just could do without the fake phone calls and odd pretending not to remember them!

[@chromaticajuice3214]

@@annmarie9421 they aren’t criticizing him, she literally said she appreciates him and she’s just joking around

[@arelimichel2238]

I’m so glad they share their date night with us! It just gives us a great view on how a beautiful relationship this like. I’ve never felt closer to someone who doesn’t even know who I am. Thank you guys!

[@kgigi4]

Our family 100% does Christmas lists… I agree it takes away from the surprise and magic of the gift giving. But it always makes it easier for the gift giver and the receiver is always happy

[@kaitlyn5578]

Colleen laughing uncontrollably is the best thing ever. I could not stop smiling :)

[@thryssinstitches9655]

Some of us still quarantine. Yall go out way more then we do. I love the theme song

[@lanahin9034]

Talk about ANYTHING and everything. I absolutely love y’all’s conversations.

[@ayyekrisssy]

LOL I could listen to a whole episode of you guys talking about Gary. I literally was laughing out loud! Also I agree with both of you. If I'm going to eat or drink coffee as soon as I wake up I don't brush my teeth until after but if I am not doing that immediately I always brush my teeth and wash my face first thing.

[@cjtramm8]

Eric listing the “home goods” stuff was funny. Getting a frying pan candy corn and an iPhone case.

[@yeegusbugeetus4080]

gary is so funny, gary is probably trying to lighten the mood (: after this nicu you experience , you guys are going to LOVE the gary memories 😂♥️ I WAS TOTALLY PICTURING HIM IN ATHLETIC GLASSES LMAOO

[@yeegusbugeetus4080]

i will 100% support gary updates

[@BeaVaneX]

"Old Man Erik" is probably my favourite right after "Supportive Husband Erik" and "Awesome Dad Erik" 😁 I really enjoy these podcasts.

[@tonyxhyon]

lol the amount of energy and laughter they have in this video… you could tell the pregnancy was exhausting for both. the vibes and energy In this one feels like how it was before she was pregnant with twins. lol Welcome back guys ! haha

[@alyssahamlett]

U can Def tell colleen is more herself, it's crazy the toll it took on her

[@tonyxhyon]

@@alyssahamlett yes ! i thought that was very interesting to see visually as a viewer. I’m soo happy for them !

[@katiek1856]

For Erik’s list you should add stuff for the new jeep. t-shirts with dad jokes. Something he can use to carry the twins around and be hands free. Wine/alcohol related gadgets. A new robe for jacuzzi’ing. Skincare for men and face masks (provide brand name). A very nice non glittery Christmas ornament 🤭.

[@Lauren-dd1ph]

They were talking about doing fun things with Flynn, and wouldn’t it be super cute if you guys had a family outing at like Build a Bear where Flynn could make gifts for the twins. Then he’d have a gift waiting for them when they get home.

[@Mallvvalking]

@Jenna not even close, I dunno how she's going to blatantly lie about that when she shows her non essential outings in the vlogs

[@Cheerleaderfan6]

@@Mallvvalking Colleen and Erik are both vaccinated and super safe about going out and seeing other people. stop attacking them for trying to get back to normal life.

[@Mallvvalking]

@@Cheerleaderfan6 they became less safe since having babies in the NICU. I don't see how department stores or sushi dates are necessary right now when they are interacting daily with nurses who are caring for extremely medically dependent babies. And then to claim that they're "quarantining"??

[@jamiieeeeee]

I worked at TJMaxx for a bit (on the East Coast, if that matters) and when there was new merchandise to be put out onto the floor (multiples of the same stuff, like shirts and pants and stuff) we were told specifically to spread it out on the racks as much as possible, I think that might have something to do with the "they only have one of everything!" thing. Certain newer duplicates would get put on end-caps as a nice little "feature", too. Also we definitely had name brand and designer stuff, but I do think a lot of it was definitely old/out of season or "unsellable" at full price, hence it randomly being very cheap at our store.

[@NaniBoco]

As an associate at TJ MAXX, I can agree with every scenario they have mentioned in this podcast lol the foods and expiration dates are checked and their foods have expiration dates on labels. Always always check wherever you check though

[@amandamartinez6124]

I tend to buy k cups in Marshall’s and TK Maxx but always check the expiration date. Some of the stuff is still good

[@samsey____]

the way you guys look at each other, and communicate, and talk 😪 its so sweet! im so happy to see it

[@heathergould8632]

Gary=Inspector Gadget 🤣 I can’t wait to hear about the inspections of the gift bags you have done up for security:p

[@rubesoxox]

I love everything about how raw and real you are in all your content, it has helped me so much over the last two years. Life is full of twists and turns, its nice to form a bond with a genuine creator💕💕💕💕

[@BrookeNation439]

Eric's face when he realized he squished your fingers was so good I had to go back and watch it again bahahaa

[@nicolette8909]

I’m with you, Colleen - I 1000% have to brush my teeth before I do absolutely anything in the morning. Then at night, I cannot go to bed without brushing my teeth and taking my makeup off. Doesn’t matter if I’m traveling, out for the night, or just absolutely exhausted - it’s happening!

[@ernflrs1851]

No one: Gary: *picks up phone that wasn't ringing* Hello? Yes we have a security breach

[@julissahernandez8402]

💀

[@annelyon7668]

Colleen: "No one is stuck in their houses anymore just you and me" Me: **cries in austrian**

[@jennaloper7009]

My family also does Christmas lists! It's mainly with all of the grandkids. My entire family will pick off of our lists so they get us stuff that we actually want. They don't want to get us stuff that we don't want. Except for my one aunt who always buys us a "practical" gift that is really only useful to her and no one else 😂

[@larissamiranda1497]

I just completely adore how you call each other love

[@katebernard4349]

I hope y’all are doing well! You are all so strong. Can’t wait till you bring those sweet little babies home 💗💗💗💗

[@iluvzurara2]

I’m still stuck at home !! Nyc is doing well but my anxiety is off the charts I’m blessed to be able to stay home but your videos and podcast have brought me so much joy recently!! And yes we have Marshall’s and all that!

[@shyamolipathak3821]

I totally agree with Erik on the list part. The best part of gifts is the element of being surprised + the thoughtfulness of the gifter and when you're gifted something off of a list you make, that excitement isn't really there!

[@jamesoniannotti9011]

Lmao not Erik talking about the marshalls "buisness model" for actually 15 mins straight lmaoopo i love you guys

[@Debawcherryinc]

You guys making jokes about no one caring about this pod cast while we are all now HEAVILY invested in Gary. Giving him backstories and coming up with jokes to tell him. We are here for it guys!

[@kabean09]

Re-watched the moment Erik pinched Colleen's fingers between two chairs- DEF more panic in his eyes LOL :) you two are so cute and funny together!

[@jeannine8400]

Erik and Colleen are sooooooo underrated....Seriously, the most amazing human beings on the planet.

[@BsTheLadynred]

Gary would be a good character for a sitcom. Poor Gary thinks he's a prison guard.

[@Nananawhatsmyname]

I love to listen to you two just chatting and speaking about whatever comes to your mind. It feels so relaxing. I just cooked a whole meal and cleaned the entire kitchen, it went so fast thanks to you 🙃 Glad to have you recording, even though it's such a strange time in your lives! Thank you 🙏

[@madysonkay1127]

Colleeeeeen! Your glitter has still found a way of infecting Erik. 🤣

[@baileybear2230]

Maybe it’s just me but I’d straight up as Gary “you don’t remember me? I’m here every day!” Because it’s wayyyy weirder to pretend like I don’t notice him pretending to not notice. Lol

[@mansiondionne]

Relax!!! Colleen. I have been watching you for a year. Only a year. I love how sometimes you will do or say something and I’m like … that’s totally me. So this, not a negative or positive, it just is. I am also a NICU Momma! Hearing all of it, the tips, your experience, it brings me back. In the moment, I just lived the moment. So from the bottom of my heart, you guys are so so so amazing for sharing your life, your babies and your family. I pray that we, the fans and friends hanging out down here in the comment section, continue to bring you joy and happiness and can help push you and lift you up! And Hello Erik. NICU babes are hard on the Momma, but they are equally stressful for the Dad, so sending you love too!!!

[@brandispry576]

I have a large family (over 29 immediate family members) and we’ve never done a list. We all appreciate whatever someone has bought us. And it isn’t necessarily items that cost money. It can be cleaning someone garage out, baking a cake or washing someones car. It’s about the thought behind the gift.

[@nicoleroden9647]

I loved the Gary story. He sounds like such a character although I got very angry when you mentioned you missed Wesly's bottle feed because of his antics. Like, WTH Gary?!

[@G13542]

I work at a psychiatric hospital, and we have had several guys with that type of personality working as security guards 😂They act like that even with the floor staff! I'll go up to them at the desk when I need something and they act all busy on the computer like they're checking cameras or something, meanwhile I can see in the reflection of his glasses that he's on Facebook, hahaha

[@SaraStiltner]

I've come to love this podcast almost more than any vlog. Really getting to know you two and your relationship is so fun! Erik is hilarious and you don't really get to see that anywhere else 🤣

[@bethbuckingham4260]

I feel the same and I've been a solid fan of Colleens vlogs for a LONG time

[@juliam7586]

Dont worry Ballingers, my immediate family all passes around christmas lists every year too!

[@debbiemacken2739]

Love how much Erik hates glitter and all I can see is the 2 bits of it glittering away on his face haha xxx

[@puenktchenluna]

I love the fact that Erik has glitter under his nose the hole time.....beautiful glitter christmas decorations...😂😍

[@Sammie-of9px]

Erik is adorable asf when he gets into it Lmaoo definitely looking for a hubby like that!!

[@zozodioz]

This is so cool, I don't have school today because of a snow storm and I'm just relaxing, watching this podcast with a blanket. Best Monday!

[@angiegirl82]

Definitely agree with Colleen about the Christmas list/ guides. I have a big family and none of us want any more crap we don’t want 😂😂

[@Photori]

I work for a company that has stuff at Marshalls/Homegoods/TJMaxx and we actually produce new products specifically for these discount stores! I was always under the impression that it was just old or overstocked merchandise (and in some cases it is), but we do actually also produce cheaper items with lower cost materials to be sold there, sometimes just using patterns or prints from previous years that we already have in our archives :) Same goes for Costco items!

[@imaclassact]

100% do Christmas lists in our family, it makes it so much easier to buy gifts!

[@Sarah-zl2fr]

Erik, don't worry! My husband loves his "Spa Day!" Stuff too. I got him into face masks, lotions, and toners. He used to have acne, until I introduced him to skin care. So, now, he genuinely enjoys those things and soaps that smell nice. Recently, I bought him a lush octopus soap for Halloween, which he loves! Lol I think it's great that hetero/cis men are starting to embrace these "feminine" things. They're to be enjoyed by all ❤️ Loved this podcast lol.

[@houseofanubisluvr05]

my family (of 5 adults) 1,000,000% have lists. usually short of very specific things they want, but then we also go off the list and get other thoughtful gifts. But the Christmas lists are so EXTREMELY helpful, that way you know they're going to like/use at least something you got them

[@mariahandsons]

Colleen deals with Erik’s interrupting very well and very patiently

[@wormqueen3]

I was looking for a comment about this!! It's so frustrating hearing him interrupt her every sentence!

[@ambertrosper9125]

My family went by the rule: Something you want Something you need Something to wear and Something to read This is a good rule of thumb to keep Christmas small have an element of surprise and also get something you want

[@carm2296]

We definitely still give ideas to our immediate family (mom dad siblings niece nephews)...but we also do thought things like Erik says too. 🙌🏽❤️

[@Cutiepenguin42]

All of those "treasure hunting" model stores like TJMax and Marshall's buy extra inventory that companies want to get rid of. I don't work for any of them, but my company always reports on the competition, and the prediction is that their sales will skyrocket in the new year as they absorb all the holiday product that retailers are getting late due to all the supply chain problems.

[@natalimonroe2986]

Anyone else wish they had someone to go visit at the hospital just so they could meet “Gary?” No? Just me? Ok. 🤣 Please ask him to be on the podcast!!

[@baby5968]

I’m confused about your quarantine. Don’t you guys go out a lot? Target, book stores, etc..

[@Cheerleaderfan6]

i think they just meant that they barely go out or see anyone, while most people have gone completely back to normal. Yes they go to stores occasionally, but they’re not like going to Disney or taking planes if that makes sense

[@MrsK8Martin]

@@Cheerleaderfan6 lmao they went to DWTS. They're at a zoo today.

[@taylarmcfadden]

They don’t go out a lot in comparison to other people. I have been watching their vlogs and they don’t go out much and they literally didn’t leave the house for the first 8 months of covid. They have been very strict about covid and most other ppl have been out and about without masks for months depending on their country/state/province

[@Cheerleaderfan6]

@@MrsK8Martin they all had to get tested for DWTS. a zoo is outside and they’re wearing masks still. next...

[@Mallvvalking]

@@Cheerleaderfan6 immediately after claiming they're quarantined Erik talked about taking his unvaccinated toddler to a department store....

[@vazquez.conacento]

You both together make me happy because I can tell you both are happy together. Cheers 🥂🤍

[@iluvzurara2]

I’m sorry Colleen I’m DYINGGGG at your face as you look into the camera your eyes seemed to be screaming HELP ME as Erik was going off about Marshall’s 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 the BEST face 🤣🤣🤣🤣 and this is just the first ten minutes I’m already excited for the rest of this episode lollll