FOX NEWS HEARTWARMER: Carley Shimkus’ Touching Comeback After Maternity Leave Melts Hearts—Candid Behind-the-Scenes Moment Sparks Viral Reaction!

After a few months away from the camera, beloved Fox & Friends First co-host Carley Shimkus is finally back—and fans can’t get enough of her sweet return.

This week, Dr. Janette Nesheiwat shared a joyful behind-the-scenes snapshot with the new mom, capturing the pure emotion of Shimkus’ comeback to the FOX studio. In the candid photo, Carley beams with joy, arms around her colleague, surrounded by studio gear—reminding fans just how much she was missed.

“Busy day at the studio!” the doctor captioned the Instagram post. But it was the third photo in the series that truly stole the spotlight: Shimkus’ radiant smile lit up the frame, and fans flooded the comments with love.

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Carley herself reposted the pic, adding a heartfelt message:
“I love you sooo much.”

It’s been less than a month since Shimkus returned from maternity leave, following the birth of her first child, Edward Brock, on February 3. In a recent Instagram post, she shared her excitement about being back:
“It feels great to be back!”
“Huge thanks to the entire FOX team for their amazing support while I was away. Your kindness meant the world to me.”

Since giving birth, Carley has been sharing sweet glimpses of her new life as a mom—like the photo of her cradling little Edward in a cozy yellow onesie, while her husband Peter Buchignani beams proudly by her side.

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Peter and Carley’s love story began in 2013 and led to marriage two years later. A Princeton graduate with a degree in political science, Peter balances his professional life in business with a background as a dedicated athlete—having played football throughout high school and college.

Shimkus first joined Fox & Friends First as a co-host in October 2021, quickly winning over viewers with her poise, warmth, and on-air charisma. Her recent return has reminded audiences why she’s such a beloved figure—not just on the news desk, but also in the hearts of millions.

As Shimkus steps back into the spotlight, one thing is clear: motherhood has added a new, beautiful chapter to her life—and her FOX family (and fans) couldn’t be happier to welcome her home.