Heart to Heart with Abagaba

EPS 132: - To Every Woman This Mother’s Day 💖

Mother’s Day can be joyful, reflective, healing, and sometimes complicated. In this heartfelt episode, Abby creates a gentle space for all women — mothers, grandmothers, aunties, teachers, caregivers, nurturers, women still becoming, women healing, and women still searching. Abby shares personal reflections on motherhood, being raised by a single father, reconnecting with her mother after decades, and the many women who shaped her life along the way. This episode also honors fathers with mothering hearts and reminds listeners that nurturing love is not limited to one role or one day. A warm, inclusive episode filled with gratitude, faith, reflection, and encouragement. Listener Reflection Questions: * Who is a woman who has shaped your life? * Who would you like to thank this Mother’s Day? * How have you experienced nurturing beyond motherhood? Closing Message: You are seen. You are valued. And your love matters.

EPS: 131 - It’s Our Birthday Month 🎉✨Part 1

This episode celebrates May birthdays with gratitude and love, honoring both named and unnamed lives that make this month meaningful. In this heartfelt and celebratory episode of Heart-to-Heart with Abagaba, I reflect on the power of being remembered after receiving a thoughtful birthday-month message from my cousin Anne. That simple act of love inspired me to pause, give thanks, and celebrate the many lives that make May so meaningful. This episode is filled with birthday shout-outs, gratitude, and gentle encouragement for everyone celebrating a birthday this month—or holding space for a loved one whose birthday lives on in memory. It’s a reminder that our lives matter, our presence makes a difference, and every year we are given is worth honoring. Whether May is your birthday month or you’re celebrating someone you love, this episode invites you to slow down, feel gratitude, and celebrate life—heart to heart. In This Episode, I Share: * A birthday-month reflection sparked by a thoughtful message * Heartfelt birthday shout-outs and words of affirmation * Why acknowledging one another matters more than we realize * A gentle reminder of purpose, gratitude, and kindness * Encouragement for anyone celebrating—or remembering—this May Listener Takeaway: You are seen. Your life has meaning. And every birthday—every beginning—is worth celebrating. Closing Message: If your birthday is in May, I’m wishing you joy, rest, reflection, and love. And if you know someone celebrating this month, may this episode inspire you to reach out—because even a simple message can make a lasting impact. Stay Connected: If this episode resonated with you, please consider sharing it with someone celebrating a birthday this month or leaving a review—it helps the podcast reach more hearts. Thank you for being here and for celebrating life with me. 🌻

EPS 130: - Twice the Love: A Mother’s Reflection on My Twins’ Second Birthday

Two years ago, my life changed in a way I could never have planned or predicted. On April 18th, 2024, I met my twins—Arabella and Elijah—for the very first time. What began as an ordinary morning became one of the most sacred moments of my life. In this special birthday episode, I share their birth story, the emotions of that day, and the journey of becoming a mother to two miracles at once. This is a story of answered prayer. A story of timing, grace, and love that arrived in pairs. And a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported me, prayed for me, and never made me feel “too old” to step into motherhood. Your kindness carried me in ways you may never fully know. To every listener still waiting on their own miracle—may this story remind you that love can arrive beautifully, unexpectedly, and right on time. Happy 2nd birthday, Arabella & Elijah. 🤍 — Heart-to-Heart with Abagaba Let’s connect: https://www.abigailedominguez.com/about

EPS: 129 - Living a Life You’re Obsessed With - with Dr. Wendy O’Connor

What does it really mean to live a life by design—not by default? In this episode of Heart-to-Heart with Abagaba, I’m joined by Dr. Wendy, O’Connor, a Stanford-trained positive psychologist and success coach who helps women design lives that are intentional, meaningful, and deeply fulfilling. Using evidence-based tools from positive psychology, Dr. Wendy shares how many women unknowingly follow a “wrong roadmap”—one shaped by expectations, pressure, and external definitions of success—and how to gently step onto a path that actually reflects who they are. Together, we explore: * What it means to live a life by design * How positive psychology reframes happiness and fulfillment * Why so many women feel stuck, even when life looks “good on paper” * How to shift mindset without bypassing real emotions * Tools for quieting negative self-talk, the inner critic, and imposter syndrome * One simple but powerful place to start if you’re ready for change This conversation is an invitation—to pause, reflect, and remember that you are allowed to want more and want differently. ✨ A gentle listen for any woman who’s ready to come home to herself. Connect with Dr. Wendy O’Connor https://www.drwendyoconnor.com/ https://www.instagram.com/iamdrwendy/

EPS: 128 - Heart-led Conversions with Joshua Davidson, co-founder and CEO of Night Zookeeper

What happens when kids stop creating and start only consuming? In this episode, Abigail sits down with Joshua Davidson, co-founder and CEO of Night Zookeeper, to explore how creativity, storytelling, and play can reignite a child’s love of writing. We talk about: • Why kids struggle with writing — and why it’s rarely about ability • How to tell good screen time from bad screen time • What it looks like when a reluctant writer finally finds their voice • What schools often get wrong about literacy • Why imagination matters more — not less — in the age of AI This conversation is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone raising creative humans. Connect with Joshua Davidson ; https://www.nightzookeeper.com/