The Unplanned Podcast with Matt & Abby

Matt & Abby

“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.

  1. 15 HR AGO

    Having a miscarriage at 17 weeks pregnant

    It is with very heavy hearts that we share about the loss of our baby girl born far too soon. At a routine pregnancy appointment, our doctor could not find a heartbeat. Shortly after they sent us in for an ultrasound where the technician said words we will never forget, “I am so sorry I do not have good news.” That is when we got the gender reveal we never hoped for and also the news that our baby had a genetic condition that took her life around 17 weeks gestation. The news felt unimaginable. The grief is absolutely devastating. But we feel so much gratitude for the time that we did get to have with her. And we still have hope. Hope has continued to show up for us in so many ways. For now we will grieve and continue to think of ways to honor her life offline. Thoughts and prayers are more than welcome. Thank you everyone for celebrating this precious life with us for the past 17 weeks.❤️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 15m

  2. 1 OCT

    Losing my husband to cancer, pregnancy, and remarrying w/ Shay Martin

    This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth, Headspace, Hiya & Wildgrain. Cozy Earth: Go to https://cozyearth.com/unplanned for up to 40% off Headspace: Get Headspace FREE for 60 days by going to https://headspace.com/UNPLANNED Hiya: Go to https://hiyahealth.com/UNPLANNED and receive 50% off your first order Wildgrain: Get $30 off your first box plus free croissants in every box when you go to https://Wildgrain.com/unplanned or use promo code UNPLANNED at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 23m

  3. 24 SEPT

    Getting a hair transplant, surgery recovery & pregnancy updates

    This episode is sponsored by Google Gemini, Square, Cozy Earth & Zocdoc Google Gemini: Visit gemini.google/students to learn more and sign up. Terms apply. Square: To learn more, go support your favorite neighborhood spot and see what Square has been up to in your neck of the woods. And then if you have extra time, check out http://square.com/go/unplanned. Cozy Earth: Go to https://cozyearth.com/unplanned for up to 40% off Zocdoc: Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to https://Zocdoc.com/UNPLANNED to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 3m

  4. 17 SEPT

    Losing my son, grief & overcoming depression ft. Missy (our friend’s mom)

    This episode is sponsored by Hiya, Zocdoc, Google Gemini & 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. Google Gemini: Visit gemini.google/students to learn more and sign up. Terms apply. Audible: Your first great love story is free when you sign up for a free 30-day trial at https://audible.com/unplanned Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 1m

  5. 10 SEPT

    Our due date, baby names & the first trimester

    We’re sharing all the details about baby #3 — from our due date and our thoughts on baby names to cravings, morning sickness, and what it’s been like being pregnant with two toddlers! This episode is sponsored by Revolve, LiquidIV, Cash App & Google Gemini Revolve: Shop at http://REVOLVE.com/unplanned and use code UNPLANNED for 15% off your first order. #REVOLVEpartner LiquidIV: Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to https://LiquidIV.com and use code UNPLANNED at checkout. 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. Google Gemini: Visit gemini.google/students to learn more and sign up. Terms apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 1m

  6. 3 SEPT

    The debt trap, combining finances & why you shouldn’t rent w/ Rachel Cruze

    Rachel Cruze, best-selling author and daughter of Dave Ramsey, joins Matt & Abby to spill money tips every couple needs to hear. From combining finances and crushing debt to car payments, renting, and teaching kids about money, this episode is packed with practical advice you can use today. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp, Google Gemini, Nutrafol & Hiya. BetterHelp: Visit https://BetterHelp.com/unplannedpodcast today to get 10% off your first month. Google Gemini: Visit https://gemini.google/students to learn more and sign up. Terms apply. Nutrafol: Visit https://nutrafol.com and enter promo code UNPLANNEDPOD for $10 off any order and free shipping when you subscribe. Hiya: Go to https://hiyahealth.com/UNPLANNED and receive 50% off your first order. Chapters: 00:00 - Rachel Cruze 02:27 - How Dave Ramsey raised his kids 04:47 - What it's like to have Dave Ramsey as a father 06:40 - Asking my husband to get rid of his credit card 11:56 - Why married couples should combine finances 15:47 - Why married couples shouldn't combine finances 17:30 - What you should do if your spouses spending is out of control 22:51 - The number one thing keeping you broke 26:16 - The car payment trap explained 40:49 - How to have a money conversation with your kid 45:52 - How Dave Ramsey recommends you buy a house 49:08 - Why you shouldn't rent a home 53:38 - Why Dave Ramsey's formula to getting rich works Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 2m

  7. 27 AUG

    We’re all pregnant, birth confessions & why you need your mom postpartum

    Abby, Abigail, and Addy are all pregnant at the same time - and there's a lot to talk about. From which trimester has been the hardest, to what it's really like sharing pregnancy news for the third time, to the moments that make them laugh (and cry) most. They spill birth stories, talk VBACs, and share why having their mom around postpartum is non-negotiable. This episode is sponsored by Nutrafol, Hiya & BetterHelp Nutrafol: Visit https://nutrafol.com and enter promo code UNPLANNEDPOD for $10 off any order and free shipping when you subscribe. Hiya: Go to https://hiyahealth.com/UNPLANNED and receive 50% off your first order. BetterHelp: Visit https://BetterHelp.com/unplannedpodcast today to get 10% off your first month. Chapters: 00:00 - WE’RE ALL PREGNANT 04:20 - Should you video your birth? 07:49 - Which trimester is the worst? 18:28 - Telling people you're pregnant a 3rd time 23:25 - The first time I heard my mom call herself "grandma” 26:19 - What happens when you put 3 pregnant people together 31:43 - The most unhinged thing I've heard this week 42:28 - Going for a VBAC 46:28 - Dealing with birth disappointment 56:14 - My 3-year-old understands his baby cousin 1:13:23 - My dad didn't want me taking oxycodone 1:18:08 - The hardest part of postpartum 1:20:43 - Why you need your mom postpartum 1:24:31 - My brother is a girl dad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 27m

  8. 20 AUG

    Finding out we're pregnant with baby no. 3 & telling our family

    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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“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.

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