Carley Shimkus Shares Shocking Daily Routine as New Mom and Fox & Friends First Host
Carley Shimkus, co-host of Fox & Friends First, has shared her early morning routine that leaves fans both impressed and shocked. As a new mom to Brock, born in February 2025, and a busy TV host, Shimkus revealed that her alarm goes off at an incredibly early 1:15 am each day to prepare for the show, which airs at 5 am EST.
A Morning Built Around Caffeine
Shimkus, a self-proclaimed coffee lover, said that she’s excited to start her day with a cup of coffee before heading to the studio. Despite the early hours, she finds joy in the routine, especially her caffeine fix. She also mentioned how much her son Brock has changed since being born, noting, “Even when I look back at pictures of him from four months ago – he’s changed so much.”
Heartwarming Family Moments
Aside from her demanding job, Shimkus shares heartwarming glimpses of her family life on Instagram, including a fun series of photos with Santa. While Brock had a tearful moment on Santa’s lap, the photos also captured his growing curiosity, with one snap showing him in a red Santa hat. Fans responded warmly, with many commenting on how Brock looks just like his mom.
One fan wrote, “Your baby is beautiful just like you. I have enjoyed watching you on Fox for years! Merry Christmas to you and yours,” while another added, “He just gets cuter and cuter and looks like his mom.”
Motherhood and Career: A Wild Ride
Shimkus has also opened up about her experience with motherhood, describing it as a “wild ride.” She mentioned that Brock is already getting an education in politics, joking about how she’s balancing her career and motherhood.
In addition to her hosting role, Shimkus is the author of the cookbook Cooking with Friends: Eat, Drink and Be Merry, which features recipes from popular Fox News stars. She explained that the cooking segments on Fox & Friends caught her eye in high school, and she now enjoys indulging in the leftover food after the segments with co-host Janice Dean.
A Long History at Fox News
Shimkus has been with Fox News since 2009, when she started as a production assistant on Fox Business Network. She has since become a reporter for Fox News Headlines 24/7, a co-host on Fox Nation, and now shines as a host on Fox & Friends First, balancing her career and life as a new mom with grace and humor.
Fans continue to admire her hard work and dedication to both her family and her career, and they eagerly follow her journey as she embraces both motherhood and her prominent role on Fox News.
