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The Unplanned Podcast with Matt & Abby

The Unplanned Podcast with Matt & Abby

By: Matt & Abby
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 “Unplanned” dives into genuine conversations surrounding relationships & family. The show is hosted by high school sweethearts Matt and Abby Howard, who live in Phoenix, AZ with their two boys.© Matt & Abby LLC Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Finding out we're pregnant with baby no. 3 & telling our family

    Finding out we're pregnant with baby no. 3 & telling our family
    Aug 20 2025
    We’re pregnant with baby no.3!!! In this episode, we talk about the pregnancy scare before trying, the moment we found out, and how we told our families. We also open up about fears of miscarriage, how this pregnancy feels different, and the reality of being in the first trimester while raising toddlers. This episode with Hiya, Zocdoc & Audible. Hiya: Go to https://hiyahealth.com/UNPLANNED and receive 50% off your first order. Zocdoc: Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to https://Zocdoc.com/UNPLANNED to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Audible: Your first great love story is free when you sign up for a free 30-day trial at https://audible.com/unplanned Chapters: 00:00 - WE’RE PREGNANT 02:40 - Experiencing a pregnancy scare 07:05 - Trying for baby #3 13:40 - Finding out we're pregnant with baby #3 18:53 - Telling my parents we're pregnant 24:05 - My fear of miscarriage 28:21 - I thought I lost the baby 35:33 - Why my 3rd pregnancy is different 41:31 - Why I don't want to wait to find out the gender 42:31 - Surprising my parents with baby #3 46:38 - The reality of being in the first trimester with toddlers 47:44 - When a pregnancy craving hits you mid podcast 52:28 - Deciding on our third babies name Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • Breaking up, The Bachelor & growing up billionaire w/ Madi Prewett Troutt

    Breaking up, The Bachelor & growing up billionaire w/ Madi Prewett Troutt
    Aug 13 2025
    Madi Prewett Troutt and her husband, Grant Troutt, join Matt & Abby to share their whirlwind love story—from meeting on a blind date to their three-month engagement. They address rumours about the cost of their wedding, talk about becoming parents, and reflect on what Grant learned growing up with his father being a billionaire. Madi opens up about their breakup, why she kept her pregnancy a secret at first, and Grant shares why he refuses to watch The Bachelor. This episode is sponsored by Cash App, Nutrafol and BetterHelp. Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://capi.onelink.me/vFut/kssum24w #CashAppPod As a Cash App Partner, I may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking servicces provided by Cash APp's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Nutrafol: Visit https://nutrafol.com and enter promo code UNPLANNEDPOD for $10 off any order and free shipping when you subscribe. BetterHelp: Visit https://BetterHelp.com/unplannedpodcast today to get 10% off your first month. Chapters: 00:00 - Madi Prewett Troutt 01:03 - Being new parents 11:17 - Taking care of a newborn 16:20 - Why we were shocked when we got pregnant 17:28 - Why I didn't tell my husband I was pregnant 24:14 - When you don't know what a blind date is 29:53 - What my dad learned after becoming a billionaire 40:44 - Addressing misconceptions about my wedding 51:26 - Why I refuse to watch the Bachelor 54:33 - Breaking up with Madi 56:30 - Introducing my ex-boyfriend to my family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • TikTok Couple: Our break up & birth story w/ the Quist Family (Courtney and Alex)

    TikTok Couple: Our break up & birth story w/ the Quist Family (Courtney and Alex)
    Aug 6 2025
    TikTok creators Courtney and Alex (better known as The Quist Family) join Matt & Abby to share the full story behind their relationship. From dating multiple people at once to breaking up before eventually getting married. They also talk through the highs and lows of pregnancy, including Courtney's fear of being induced at 42 weeks, gaining just 8 pounds, and what life looks like now as new parents. This episode is sponsored by Audible, Magic Spoon & Zocdoc. Audible: Your first great love story is free when you sign up for a free 30-day trial at https://audible.com/unplanned Magic Spoon: Get $5 off your next order at https://magicspoon.com/UNPLANNED Zocdoc: Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to https://Zocdoc.com/UNPLANNED to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Chapters: 00:00 - The Quist Family 01:21 - Breaking up with my future husband 03:40 - Dating multiple guys at once 12:54 - What I learned from going through a break up 17:31 - Defining our relationship 21:07 - Getting out of the friend zone 36:33 - Why I was terrified to give birth 40:12 - Getting induced at 42 weeks 47:47 - How I only gained 8 lbs while pregnant 54:05 - Being a father to a newborn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins
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This podcast is so nice to listen to. I listen to wherever I go and check out Matt and Abby’s YouTube.

This is the best

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I listen to it when I’m cleaning the house or drive ing my car to work

Loved it soo much

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