Marriage counseling, our son’s 2nd birthday & our thoughts on 'Quiet on Set' | Ep. 63

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    @MattandAbby discuss their new experience starting marriage counseling together and share their big plans for their son Griffin’s 2nd birthday. They also share their thoughts on the "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV" documentary and the allegations and criminal charges surrounding it.
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    Chapters:
    00:00 - Episode 63
    06:50 - Our baby sleeps in our closet
    10:37 - Organizing our son’s 2nd birthday
    19:03 - Will our 2 year old remember his birthday?
    28:30 - Why I rarely drink alcohol
    38:36 - Our thoughts on “Quiet on Set”
    1:05:11 - Marrying young just for s*x
    1:15:30 - My existential tall person crisis
    1:20:00 - We started marriage counseling
    1:23:54 - Divorce is not an option
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Komentáře • 704

  • @brittanyhebert639
    @brittanyhebert639 Před měsícem +194

    Whenever my husband and I are in a time of crisis he always reminds me that “it’s not us against each other, it’s us against the problem”.
    Anytime we’re going through something challenging, that mindset helps us face it together! One of the best parts of marriage is having a teammate to handle all the curveballs life throws at ya💕

    • @wondernessful
      @wondernessful Před měsícem +5

      I love this so much!

    • @jodil1209
      @jodil1209 Před měsícem +3

      I love that he does that. It's so very true!!

  • @SoniaRojo-xp5md
    @SoniaRojo-xp5md Před měsícem +47

    I dont know if you’ll read this comment but DO NOT give griffin popcorn!! Popcorn is not intended for kids under 3 years old, not only can be it be a very bad choking hazard but the little skin from the inside can get stuck in their stomach from what I’ve been told. Better to be safe than sorry! We usually pack cheeze-itz or crackers/chips when we take our 2yr old.

    • @sailorluna4000
      @sailorluna4000 Před měsícem

      I give my kids puffcorn it’s similar in looks and the kids love it.

    • @Lillieamariea
      @Lillieamariea Před 16 dny +1

      I’d always chop off the popcorn seed that’s still on and only give them the puff top. They’ve never had a problem.

  • @jordynsteinbrink800
    @jordynsteinbrink800 Před měsícem +17

    Do not get a party planner for a 2yr old! It’s so easy, have child games indoor and outdoor. (Outside have a kitty pool, bubbles, chalk!) have drinks and snacks and cake or cupcakes. Aside from that get themed decorations. It shouldn’t cost that much! Also it’s been proven children that age will not remember. You will be 100% throwing the party for yourself.
    I’ve planned all my daughter’s bdays she just turned 5 and they always turn out great! Keeping it simple and at home is wayyyy easier for this age range.

  • @emilybaker2921
    @emilybaker2921 Před měsícem +39

    Abby!!! I just want to say thank you for speaking on generational cycles of addiction. It’s not talked about enough and as someone who was recently so affected by my families alcoholic issues it’s so refreshing that you’re using your platform to speak about it. Thanks abby & matt for always keeping it real ❤️

  • @carrielloyd5684
    @carrielloyd5684 Před měsícem +88

    I think you all are so lucky to have your parents help so much. My mom just outright told me she doesn't want to help out with my kids more than 1 day a week for a few hours when I'm at work. Consider yourselves blessed.

    • @steph3098
      @steph3098 Před měsícem +2

      Same

    • @larac.8797
      @larac.8797 Před měsícem +3

      Yup mine come once a week for about 4 hours and they are happy to leave. They come if I need but they could not handle being around them all the time.

    • @mirandadiazlegge
      @mirandadiazlegge Před měsícem +24

      My mom told me “I’m finished raising my own children why would I ever want to go backwards?” Lol I respect it though

    • @emmamyers6152
      @emmamyers6152 Před měsícem +16

      Honestly it’s called grandparents yes our parents love our kids but they did the whole raising kids it’s their time to relax now and enjoy handing the baby back! That’s what annoys me about Abby is does her parents enjoy watching them 24/7 sounds exhausting.

    • @madalynvanwormer652
      @madalynvanwormer652 Před měsícem

      ​@@emmamyers6152I'm pretty sure they don't watch them 24/7

  • @TheSouthParkOG
    @TheSouthParkOG Před měsícem +74

    Matt just go buy the computer and surprise her! She’s not gonna go get it and you know she’s love it and use it if she had it but she’s not going to go get it she’s a mom our brains won’t let us but we do like gifts we don’t have to think about 😂❤

  • @planetluna9554
    @planetluna9554 Před měsícem +142

    Matt I really applaud your new openness and self reflecting! Seriously refreshing

  • @Reeeeeeeeeeeeeed
    @Reeeeeeeeeeeeeed Před měsícem +118

    Please don’t confuse stimulant use with better focus. People with ADHD do not experience the effects the way that Matt is describing. Watch out for aggression, loss of appetite, sleeping problems, and ED. A lot of people get on it who don’t actually need it and end up with these symptoms.

    • @jaord530
      @jaord530 Před měsícem +8

      These side effects also happen when prescribed dose is too high. I was prescribed 20mg adderall 2x a day. Horrible experience w/everything you listed and more. Got a good psych and 5mg 2x a day (1/4 original dose) is perfect for me. She said it’s very common. 😢

    • @MScrista24
      @MScrista24 Před měsícem

      Frrr

    • @ButterflyElsy
      @ButterflyElsy Před měsícem +12

      Right?! It sounds like he’s speeding!!!

    • @AbigailJoannaGreen
      @AbigailJoannaGreen Před měsícem +6

      I was actually thinking about this. I had ADHD and that is not how I felt when I was medicated! it calmed me down, I was quiet and focused on my tasks. I didn't feel hyper or urgent about what I needed to get done.

    • @dreamcrazy36
      @dreamcrazy36 Před měsícem +12

      @@AbigailJoannaGreen I don’t have adhd, but have used / abused the meds for focus, energy and at times weight loss. He’s hopefully just adjusting but yep acting a bit high .. adderall is strongly sought after for these reasons. Along with dex, concerta etc. Hopefully he doesn’t get the insomnia, I’d be up for days and get a whole room painted etc, house spotless

  • @dezhawalker180
    @dezhawalker180 Před měsícem +10

    As a mom who has pics from the past 4 birthdays, its soooo cute also seeing the little friend group grow up along side of your own babies 🥺

  • @neysta2136
    @neysta2136 Před měsícem +45

    Enjoying these last few podcasts with just the two of you again! little refresher from the interview ones

  • @Vrsenese1095
    @Vrsenese1095 Před měsícem +4

    My husband and I did pre marital counseling and it was WONDERFUL! Now we know the tools we can lean into for our marriage and if we need more support and resources we know we can get help.

  • @debbiej10101
    @debbiej10101 Před měsícem +81

    If you're getting this wired off of the meds I'm wondering if it the right med. I don't think you're supposed to get even more hyper. Be careful if its amphetamine they are sneaky addictive.

    • @ZoesBlog
      @ZoesBlog Před měsícem +4

      For real.

    • @katiehanson6253
      @katiehanson6253 Před měsícem +7

      Same I had an addiction problem from meds prescribed to me.... and it's not fun to wean off of.

    • @emmamyers6152
      @emmamyers6152 Před měsícem +3

      Lmao amphetamimes are in ADHD meds!! Literally the whole point of the meds as someone with it. I have never felt addicted or wired up it literally helps me feel normal like you probably do without it.

    • @katiehanson6253
      @katiehanson6253 Před měsícem +2

      @emmamyers6152 yeah but sometimes people like me, dealing with other similar presenting issues (for me adult onset anxiety and ocd tendencies, aannnd fatigue, etc) I was prescribed the wrong thing...just trying to offer helpful info. I'm glad you found what works well for you. It's a blessing when that happens. 💛

    • @EricaBaker2023
      @EricaBaker2023 Před měsícem +1

      If a doctor prescribes you medicine that you need for a certain problem, of course your body's going to get used to the medicine and your body will be addicted! It does not make you a drug addict, addicted. It's pretty crappy when people get shamed for taking something that they need and people say "oh no you're going to get addicted". If you need it and it works for you who cares. Heart medicine is the same way if you have to take it daily your body will get addicted, cuz you're used to taking it.

  • @Housewifeforhim
    @Housewifeforhim Před měsícem +33

    “You’re out here acting like you’re a vegan”😂

  • @ashleythrift4730
    @ashleythrift4730 Před měsícem +5

    I love how genuine both of you are. My husband and I have been married for 17 years and are going through a marriage class within our church to be able to lead the same class in a few months. It has been such an incredible journey so far. Extending grace, communicating, and forgiving one another keeps a marriage so much stronger. Being careful with your expectations towards your spouse makes a huge difference. We`re all human and can`t expect each other to read one another`s mind so communicating those needs is crucial. Keep doing what you guys are doing!! LOVE YOU BOTH!! Also, Matt`s music is beautiful.

  • @clairesnelson9961
    @clairesnelson9961 Před měsícem +72

    63 weeks in and I'm here every week. You guys have quickly become my favorite podcast! Love the time and dedication put into it

    • @tashaax1993xanimalloverx
      @tashaax1993xanimalloverx Před měsícem +4

      Sorry I do have to laugh at this..they literally have a convo and film it..probably the best easiest money maker out there 😂😂 do u realise how good they get paid for this social media stuff?.. why do u think creators end up moving into large hokes and quitting any jobs they has prior before social media...

    • @emmamyers6152
      @emmamyers6152 Před měsícem

      I lose brain cells watching them.

  • @jessicaalsum
    @jessicaalsum Před měsícem +14

    I have 2 boys and something important to remember is that boys just have a ton of energy and it often seems very adhd when alot of the time society is just not set up for boys, its very normal for boys to be fully of energy and then in school settings they just label it as adhd when it’s just not natural for kids to sit still for that long. I’ve learned the more time my boys have outdoor the more regulated they are

  • @laciepostle2130
    @laciepostle2130 Před měsícem +31

    We took our daughter to the movie theatre at 2-2.5 and she did just fine. We sat her in between us and got all the snacks and treats and it was SO special. Do it, you won’t regret it. ❤

    • @enidperez7982
      @enidperez7982 Před měsícem +1

      I would always take my son every weekend from the age of 4month and up, he did amazing but that’s because he’s used to loud noise, it never bothered him. My daughter is my second child and she doesn’t like loud noise so when we take her to the movie theater, it’s never like how it was with my son 😂😂😂 he have to bring out the phones/tablet just to get her distracted or ask my mom to babysit lol

  • @JustJen17
    @JustJen17 Před měsícem +7

    My boys are 5&7 (literally just had birthdays). They share a room, since the youngest was 2 (he slept in my room in a little bed so he didn’t wake his brother). But they do greet at night now. It’s an adjustment, but I love when i hear them whispering and giggling! 🤭 it’s so sweet. 7:46

  • @jessicaelam3546
    @jessicaelam3546 Před měsícem +12

    My “wedding” was $250 for an officiant and his photographer wife. I had just had a near death medical emergency and even though we had only known each other for a year and a half we decided we couldn’t live without the other person. It was at a small gazebo in a park next to the beach. It was just my husband and our blended family of three girls. I wore a $10 white lace dress I got from the thrift store, the girls were in their Easter dresses, and my husband was in khakis and a white button down. We had written our own vows, said I do, did a small photo shoot, and then took the girls to a Mexican restaurant for dinner. and it was the perfect little elopement! 4 years later and we've bought our first house, gotten a dog, had a baby boy who's almost a year old and everything is still wonderful! these 10s of thousands of dollars wedding just baffle me.

    • @MegAplin
      @MegAplin Před měsícem +2

      Your wedding sounds beautiful, a park gazebo perfect....I've been to glamorous weddings, my favorite, my friends who got married in our cities gazebo with flowers from bouquets from our local grocery store. It was full of love, real butterflies. Stay healthy and happy

  • @ls8609
    @ls8609 Před měsícem +2

    I love your family and podcast!! Y'all are so open and I love it so much you make everyone's day so much better! ❤❤

  • @rebeccapatterson8049
    @rebeccapatterson8049 Před měsícem +49

    Matt, I found that doctors really shoot high on the dosage for ADHD medication, you might want to experiment here and there on a smaller dosage. I was on 20 mg for years before I tried it on 10, and had the exact same results on 10. Good luck!

    • @AceofBase2024
      @AceofBase2024 Před měsícem +4

      Lol he needs less

    • @ashleyr.6953
      @ashleyr.6953 Před měsícem +4

      His dose could be either too high or too low. If he is still showing adhd traits and she cannot tell the difference, his dose is likely too low. But a high dose can also exasperate those same traits. Most doctors usually start low and go up. It’s a controlled medication, it can be brutal to get a doctor to go higher in most cases…at least in my experience. I think the odds are either his dose is too high OR too low, but either way it’s not the right dose. Edit for more data

    • @jaord530
      @jaord530 Před měsícem +1

      Same! My psych said it’s so common! My best dose is 1/4 is what I was prescribed

    • @lexigray473
      @lexigray473 Před měsícem +2

      YES! Mine started too high.

  • @BriannaEvans-xd3qw
    @BriannaEvans-xd3qw Před měsícem +6

    I highly recommend watching the videos from the glass wall project. As someone in Agriculture its so disheartening to see false information spread on such a large platform. I love listening to you guys, and will continue to! Just wanted to put some truth into things. Also, per USDA and FDA laws any chickens used for meat purposes cannot be given hormones or steriods. Would love to chat with anyone wanting more information!

  • @alysanostrand
    @alysanostrand Před měsícem +3

    I absolutely love the podcasts with just you two!!❤️

  • @catL156
    @catL156 Před měsícem +2

    Sooo happy to hear you guys are going to home ed your children, it's really is the best way for children, a massive well done to you both❤❤

  • @destin.marie.
    @destin.marie. Před měsícem +65

    Meat... Coming from a hunting family hunting is far more humane than processed meat those animals are borderline tortured their whole lives. Lab meat worries me if we're already worried about what GMOs do ...

  • @melissastamp1906
    @melissastamp1906 Před měsícem +6

    Abby talking about how she likes to eat cows and pigs and chicken made me LOL! Made me think of that one song in Mulan

  • @jadesabrillya8767
    @jadesabrillya8767 Před měsícem +28

    If you’re from Arizona, definitely think about Great Wolf Lodge for Griffin’s birthday! Babies love that place!!

    • @siennakay3922
      @siennakay3922 Před měsícem +7

      it’s also a recipe for sickness though 😬 it’s like known for people coming back sick

    • @Kk-us9qi
      @Kk-us9qi Před měsícem +6

      I’ve been there every summer since it opened and we haven’t gotten sick. Wash your hands and shower after you’re done 🤷🏻‍♀️

    • @larac.8797
      @larac.8797 Před měsícem +5

      Eh kids get sick not going so just go. 😂😂😊

    • @catlady4799
      @catlady4799 Před měsícem +2

      @@siennakay3922 Very true.

  • @sydneygoldberg8940
    @sydneygoldberg8940 Před měsícem +23

    Abby- I also have a 2015 MacBook and I actually found a site where you can order a replacement battery. I did it and my Mac runs quick as if I had just gotten a new one. definitely worth considering replacing the battery

    • @emmmz5532
      @emmmz5532 Před měsícem

      Can you share the website? Did you replace it yourself

    • @babydemon666
      @babydemon666 Před měsícem

      @@emmmz5532wondering the same

    • @kianna270
      @kianna270 Před měsícem +1

      Same here mine is only from 2018 but it was already giving up on me, I replaced the battery good as new .

  • @80len
    @80len Před měsícem +1

    You guys are so awesome sweet and humble at heart! 🥺🥰I love the way you guys share your relationship story and how you pursued one another and how sweet and innocent it was, it truly shows how much love and care you had for each other and the fact that you both waited til marriage and pursued marriage and are still keeping marriage as something to be honored and celebrated is such a beautiful thing that is admirable for generations to come! 🥹🥰
    It is evident that God’s favor is with you and it brings my heart joy to know there are couples like you that seek to make wholesome content to share and to also be vulnerable about the hardships that you guys go through as well! Praying for you both to continue steadfast and strong as you spread love and joy to others with your content! 🥹🙏🏼🤍Sending you and your sweet family lots of love Matt and Abby! 🥰🥰🩵

  • @debbieschmidt1661
    @debbieschmidt1661 Před měsícem +4

    I purchased the sleep sacks after listening to Abby last year, used the discount, got the 0-6 and 6-12 sacks for my daughter's Christmas gift for her soon to be baby boy. She had her son in Feb. She loves the sleep sack always uses it at night time to give him that hug that Matt is talking about in this video.

    • @AK-ci5eg
      @AK-ci5eg Před měsícem

      AAP warns against using weighted blankets/sleep sacks for babies!

  • @kathrynlehman6138
    @kathrynlehman6138 Před měsícem +1

    About one hour and 9 minutes in and I really appreciate this view point on relationships thanks

  • @joleejo82
    @joleejo82 Před měsícem +5

    Abby we love hearing you talk about books and your reviews!

  • @lizetsanchez9304
    @lizetsanchez9304 Před měsícem +4

    I LOVE these longer podcasts 😁🩷!

  • @peterwilliams6361
    @peterwilliams6361 Před měsícem +63

    Cool video, My relationship of 5 years ended a month ago. The love of my life decided to leave me, I really love her so much I can’t stop thinking about her, I’ve tried my very best to get her back in my life, but to no avail, I’m frustrated, I don’t see my life with anyone else. I’ve done my best to get rid of the thoughts of her, but I can’t, I don’t know why I’m saying this here, I really miss her and just can’t stop thinking about her

    • @DailamiPuang
      @DailamiPuang Před měsícem +1

      its difficult to let go of someone you love, i was in a similar situation, my relationship of 12 years ended, but i couldnt just let her go i did all i could to get her back, i had to seek the help of a spiritual counselor who helped me bring her back

    • @peterwilliams6361
      @peterwilliams6361 Před měsícem

      Amazing, how did you get a spiritual counselor, and how do i reach her?

    • @DailamiPuang
      @DailamiPuang Před měsícem

      Her name is chamani White, and she is a great spiritual counselor who can bring back your ex.

    • @peterwilliams6361
      @peterwilliams6361 Před měsícem

      Thank you for this valuable information, i just looked her up now online. impressive

    • @savannaaustell5824
      @savannaaustell5824 Před měsícem

      Let me know if that worked out for you! Good luck!

  • @user-we8kg7ib6i
    @user-we8kg7ib6i Před měsícem +3

    Fave podcast. Love when its just you two.

  • @KristenLynn
    @KristenLynn Před měsícem +2

    ACOTAR is literally my fav series of all time!! The first 3 books literally own my heart! 🤍❤️ I love the book talk!! 📚 also once you finish ACOTAR series, defs recommend the throne of glass series!!

  • @Reeeeeeeeeeeeeed
    @Reeeeeeeeeeeeeed Před měsícem +95

    If his medication amped him up then he’s not actually ADHD.

    • @lucystafford3469
      @lucystafford3469 Před měsícem +11

      He is talking so fast in this episode! It seems his meds are defs amping him up!

    • @ButterflyElsy
      @ButterflyElsy Před měsícem +3

      Exactly my thoughts….

    • @dreamcrazy36
      @dreamcrazy36 Před měsícem +5

      Seems very amped to me. He could just be happy he’s feeling better, but never seen an episode so far where he talks more than Abby lol when it’s one on one

    • @jodil1209
      @jodil1209 Před měsícem +6

      My husband spent the first 2 weeks after starting meds for his adhd absolutely doing so many things. It was like he was amped up. After he got used to the medication he wasn't like that anymore. It took a couple of weeks.

    • @Sav1010
      @Sav1010 Před měsícem +3

      This is not true, and blanket statements like this are harmful. It could be any number of reasons, including that he has not had an acclimation period or even that the dose is not idealized for him yet, starting too high, low tolerance, or standard release vs. extended release and fit for his lifestyle. There are also second and third line treatment options for adhd for a reason.

  • @graceweigandt8667
    @graceweigandt8667 Před měsícem +7

    Abby I love hearing you talk about books!

  • @sydneylauber2824
    @sydneylauber2824 Před měsícem +44

    So funny! My son is doing the same theme “Two Infinity & Beyond!”. Also no popcorn until like 5, one of the top 5 choking hazards for little ones under 5. ❤

  • @digimonfrontier2011
    @digimonfrontier2011 Před měsícem +1

    My brother only remembers from five as well but my husband and I can remember things from when we were two. I agree with Abby.

  • @user-bl9bh6xq4q
    @user-bl9bh6xq4q Před měsícem +29

    I watch every single week at 12:01AM exactly lol I love this podcast

    • @ZaneMaat
      @ZaneMaat Před měsícem

      BRO ME TOO RIGHT NOW

  • @cristinamerlini
    @cristinamerlini Před měsícem

    Im so happy for you guys in all things (been here since the very very very beginning on TikTok when you got married) it’s insane! I feel like you are my friends but just leave far away!!!
    The ADHD medicine I also thought would make the person “calmer and slower”, but I’m happy it’s working out for you Matt ❤❤❤❤ and yessss Therapy before getting married and after not only when things are hard 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 married since 2011 and together since 2003! ❤ therapist give us a different way to process or “act” on specific issues or things… 100% agree with you guys!!

  • @lw5391
    @lw5391 Před měsícem +8

    Matt's medication sounds like it's not right for him. You will definitely see a difference with 20-40 minutes of taking the right medication. Abby will definitely be able to tell.

  • @Kendall--
    @Kendall-- Před 27 dny +1

    Love your podcoast guys this episode was awesome ❤

  • @luipenedou
    @luipenedou Před měsícem +11

    They will remember if you take pictures and show them to them often. 😊

  • @destin.marie.
    @destin.marie. Před měsícem +3

    Just bought house across the lake thanks Abby would LOVE more recommendations ❤

  • @alizesavim5688
    @alizesavim5688 Před měsícem +1

    Oh its so nice listening to y'all right after a class 😌

  • @jessicanoble1834
    @jessicanoble1834 Před měsícem +6

    I’m on the same page with them on catering food for kids’ parties. I made the mistake of trying to save $$ by baking the pizza myself for our daughter’s 1st birthday party. I felt like I was running around like a chicken with my head cut off cuz I had to keep baking the frozen pizzas cuz we only had 2 pans 🤦🏻‍♀️
    For her 2nd birthday, we ordered pizza from Dominos, and we’re likely to do that again for her 3rd birthday 🥳

  • @ambergildon5363
    @ambergildon5363 Před měsícem +6

    As a fellow Adhd'er As you continue your meds you will start to balance out. That first few weeks is different.

  • @user-kr1ef1ri3z
    @user-kr1ef1ri3z Před měsícem +2

    As a single mom I will say that I did not choose or hope for this life, but I am doing my best everyday and I do not miss a beat when it comes to my son. At times it can be isolating but podcasts like this make me feel happy and less lonely. Thank you for spreading your light.

  • @kategrossi8717
    @kategrossi8717 Před měsícem +10

    Please dont get rid of the book stuff in episodes! I love books and would love to hear Abbys view on books. ACOTOR series is sooo good Abby and they just keep getting better. All of SJMs books are good!

  • @1framepausebutton
    @1framepausebutton Před měsícem +18

    We became a couple on 13 March and got married on the 13 September of the same year.
    We have been happily married for 22years . I don’t regret getting married at 22 after being together for 6 months. It was the best decision ever.

  • @enulty23
    @enulty23 Před měsícem +10

    Most resources say to wait until 4 or 5 to give popcorn to a child since it is a huge chocking hazard. Hope that is helpful!

    • @tialarason8432
      @tialarason8432 Před měsícem

      Yes!! I’ve seen horror stories. To each their own, but my kid won’t have regular popcorn for a long time. 😅 but I’m a little crazy

  • @lucillerenaud8114
    @lucillerenaud8114 Před měsícem +27

    Obviously it is your guys choice for popcorn but the recommended age is 4 and up. My daughter gave it to her first two kids by 2, and they would start choking on it, so her last three she waited until they were 5 yrs old. I'm not a popcorn eater, so I didn't buy it for my three until they asked for it around 7 to 10 yrs old.
    Edit: When it comes to corn products like puffs, twists, and Fritos and Dortitos, ect is different because they don't have kennels or hulls to choke on.

    • @melisa8256
      @melisa8256 Před měsícem +3

      There was a brand that makes what they call puff corn. It doesn’t have any of the hulls that regular popcorn has, it’s softer than a Cheeto Puff so it sorta melts in your mouth. I think that’s ok to give but not until 2-3.

    • @teeandkids937
      @teeandkids937 Před měsícem +1

      Popcorn twists and as soon as babies have teeth they can start eating small bite sized chunks of what we eat.

    • @HollyAnn8705
      @HollyAnn8705 Před měsícem +1

      The reason for this is that they can aspirate unpopped seeds, which can lead to an infection in the lungs. An ER dr told me she’s seen this several times. Hulless popcorn is fine.

    • @bubblesandmilk
      @bubblesandmilk Před měsícem +1

      a coworker of mine lost her 5 yo son because he accidentally aspirated popcorn and got a lung infection, he didn't even choke or anything, he only briefly coughed and was fine afterwards until he started getting sick :(

    • @sterlingmatsui154
      @sterlingmatsui154 Před 25 dny

      @@melisa8256 Trader Joe's here in Surprise, AZ, has that "Puff Corn" that seems to just melt, with zero kernels!!

  • @kaelamayzus9180
    @kaelamayzus9180 Před měsícem

    “Schedule some fun stuff with you later” 😂😂😂 I’m dying

  • @michellebrock1000
    @michellebrock1000 Před měsícem +2

    I also just finished ACOTAR and am starting ACOMAF! I would love to hear more of your thoughts about these books Abby 😁

  • @Miss.SarahRobyn
    @Miss.SarahRobyn Před 25 dny

    Abby my heart goes out to you! Dang you put up with so much! 🩷

  • @user-li1dt9of7k
    @user-li1dt9of7k Před měsícem +14

    As a therapist, the reality is that most of the time by the time couples enter MC they’re already doomed. It really would be nice to see more new couples entering more often.

  • @kelleypritchard
    @kelleypritchard Před měsícem +1

    Good thing you have a bestie that LOVES to plan parties💜

  • @dakotahboyer8274
    @dakotahboyer8274 Před měsícem +20

    I enjoy y'all's content but whatever this new medicine is just isn't working. If you're even more scatterbrained how is that helping. Poor abby trying to redirect back to the subject over and over😂

    • @user-bx8oe7zk2z
      @user-bx8oe7zk2z Před měsícem +2

      Agree! He’s SO hyper and all over the place and talks extremely fast.

    • @cw4350
      @cw4350 Před měsícem +2

      Omg calm down. It’s a podcast. It is plained. People r getting famous on podcasts. They r probably nice people. And he is concentrating more n tasks on more than one. That’s how I am on my medicine. God people r so annoying

    • @kaylayost1453
      @kaylayost1453 Před 29 dny

      I dont think he's taking it every day which is the problem, i think it needs to be taken daily to have overall effects

    • @Chelsea-ph6cs
      @Chelsea-ph6cs Před 28 dny +1

      He said in one of the recent videos that he hasn't even taken it yet. She doesn't seem to agree about medication so I think that's a big reason why he hasn't actually taken it

    • @sutherlandbrook3205
      @sutherlandbrook3205 Před 26 dny +1

      Do you even realize how rude that is to say to/about someone?

  • @LaraPlowe
    @LaraPlowe Před měsícem +1

    Idea for the party- we rented one of the big bounce house water slides for our sons’ 1st and 3rd birthday (they’re two years and a day apart) and it was a huge hit since they’re July babies as well! The next year we rented a table at our local splash pad and that was super super fun too. So those could be something to think about instead of a pool party with little kids!
    Heads up for the popcorn convo , popcorn is super dangerous for kids under 5-6 years old I believe.

  • @caitdavies8372
    @caitdavies8372 Před měsícem

    @abby, so cool to hear you are reading the Court of Thrones and Roses… it really does keep getting better 🎉

  • @10nurse29
    @10nurse29 Před měsícem +1

    I LOVE the book talk!! ❤

  • @danielledaves8921
    @danielledaves8921 Před měsícem

    Omg, Abby you need to do a follow up after you finish book 2 of ACOTAR. And let us know what you think. Also, Fourth Wing was awesome. HIGHLY recommend. Love you guys

  • @anamorriss2355
    @anamorriss2355 Před měsícem

    I plug for Mazatlan Mexico!! My husband and I went on our 5 year anniversary trip there in 2019 and it was awesome!

  • @angelmeade6927
    @angelmeade6927 Před 28 dny +1

    Her calling him Woody 😂😂😂
    Y’all are so sweet ❤❤ I love you both! Your wholesome content is what we all need ❤ Thank you both giving me something so wholesome to watch. I’m 45 and raised my 2 boys all on my own, so I love to see someone find their soul mate in high school. Y’all hang in there and you have a blessed future ahead ❤
    God bless you both

  • @Hairby.stephmarie
    @Hairby.stephmarie Před měsícem +1

    my favorite podcast, love wednesdays!

  • @SoraMTeichman
    @SoraMTeichman Před měsícem +3

    You may not actually remember things from before age 5 but it goes into your psyche, they are some of the most important years for healthy emotional development.

  • @sophigrace8680
    @sophigrace8680 Před měsícem +2

    Hey Matt & Abby! I would love if you guys had an author on the podcast! I love books, so Abby, your book updates are never boring

  • @cecialvarez5452
    @cecialvarez5452 Před měsícem +1

    I feel like I want to be both of your best friend! I love the way you talk about everything and love how you’re so honest and vulnerable 😊
    I have a 2 year old whose birthday in in August. We live in Las Vegas so it’s crazy hot here too. He’s also obsessed with Toy Story so last year for his birthday we went to Cowabunga Bay (a swim park here in Vegas) I bought him a buzz light year swimsuit from Amazon and he had a blast! We also bought the two infinity and beyond decor from Amazon and he loved it!
    So I’m excited for Griffin’s birthday party ❤
    Also, we’re a vegan family of 4. Have been vegan since 2019 and I like that you guys are aware of how meat consumption affects the earth, but don’t think you should be too hard on yourselves if you choose to consume meat.
    I remember that Daniella Monet advised you guys to go slowly in her interview and that’s true! Abby don’t feel bad for your decisions! I think you can eat meat and also eat vegan here and there. Focus on the wins and don’t judge yourselves 😊 you’re both doing great just by being so honest ❤

  • @tashabowley8549
    @tashabowley8549 Před měsícem +1

    In our house we call hot dogs 'mystery bags' hahahaha I'm with you Abby!

  • @Raisingwildminds
    @Raisingwildminds Před měsícem +34

    Matt: We shouldn't rely on substances
    Also Matt: Moving at the speed of light on stimulants (ADHD meds) 😂😂 No hate! Just gave me a wee chuckle.

  • @marissazelensky26
    @marissazelensky26 Před měsícem

    I love yall videos every week! My fav podcast and I want to be on y’all’s podcast so bad

  • @MsSNLmusic
    @MsSNLmusic Před 29 dny

    Okay so I love the book talk! Can we have a regular book segment? I’m always looking for more to read!!

  • @lyndabird9401
    @lyndabird9401 Před měsícem

    In 1980, we were poor. Our first babe slept in our walk in closet. We moved the clothes to one side and slid his crib under the other side. It had over head light and we hung his mask bile on the clothes rack above the crib. His changing table was right outside the door. Perfect little set up.

  • @jennbatchelder9950
    @jennbatchelder9950 Před měsícem +8

    Privilege is abundant. Own it, don’t downplay it. I appreciate your relationship and you are privileged

  • @Barbaravanderver
    @Barbaravanderver Před měsícem +3

    Marriage = GRACE. If you can learn that it will take your marriage to new height’s.

  • @MadelynBendickson
    @MadelynBendickson Před měsícem

    When I got on my meds I definitely mellowed out but my focus was so much better. I never noticed getting faster tbh but faster in the I got my work done faster because I was much more focused on what I needed to be focused on

  • @haripriyachandrasekar8314
    @haripriyachandrasekar8314 Před měsícem +1

    Well there is one thing I know about attention towards TV shows in kids
    They see colors for the first time so it captures there mind and the urge to see more fascinating things

  • @nagamanaswinimorisetti3861
    @nagamanaswinimorisetti3861 Před měsícem +22

    How's Augie doing? Haven't heard about him in a while.....love your podcast....I look forward to them every week

    • @cepjb
      @cepjb Před měsícem +30

      He's in the closet

    • @Madi-ls5uu
      @Madi-ls5uu Před měsícem

      @@cepjbhahaha

  • @bubblesandmilk
    @bubblesandmilk Před měsícem +4

    be very careful with popcorn, my coworker's son sadly passed due to eating popcorn, he didnt even choke or nothing, he just coughed, they gave him water and he was fine at first and then got an infection because he had popcorn in his lungs. He was 5

  • @karawright877
    @karawright877 Před měsícem +3

    Nacho bar for the win!

  • @presleydrewery2729
    @presleydrewery2729 Před měsícem +210

    I strongly disagree that most Christians get married young for sex. That's actually a very messed up thing to put out there because it is not true. Christian marriages are far more likely to last over non christian relationships. The reason a lot of us get married young is that we take our relationships unbelievably seriously. We go into dating with the mindset that we aren't going to waste our time or the other person's. We are looking for something real and serious because we don't want to give part of our heart to multiple people. That's why, when we start dating a lot of times we get married young. My husband and I were best friends from the age of 10. We started dating at 16 and married at 19. Not for sex even though we did wait, it was because we knew we are going to choose each other every day.

    • @as1209
      @as1209 Před měsícem +15

      I came to say the same thing , when you are faithful to God and trust in Him to provide a partner, He will and He will bless your marriage. My husband and I knew each other for only 9 months before we got married and we’ve been very happily married for 5 years with two kids

    • @presleydrewery2729
      @presleydrewery2729 Před měsícem +6

      @@as1209 that's amazing! My parents were similar. They were engaged after 3 months and married in 9. They have the happiest best marriage of anyone I know 25 years later.

    • @tiannaangel6779
      @tiannaangel6779 Před měsícem +8

      I agree. I got married at 21 & never did I think “I’m doing this for sex”, marriage is far too important for me to ever consider something like it just for something temporary like sex.

    • @lorineil5010
      @lorineil5010 Před měsícem +26

      I think Christian marriages last because they can't leave if they are unhappy. Christian marriage seems a bit more miserable.

    • @lorineil5010
      @lorineil5010 Před měsícem +7

      I also think you notice such a different with the guests on the pod that are young married Christians vs the mainstream couples. People that aren't religious, meet and date, travel, live and marry and then possibly have kids... they seem more fulfilled, less naive and more content. Matt feels cheated out of experience and freedom and their naivety shows.

  • @wellhavenco
    @wellhavenco Před měsícem +11

    Matt seems WAY more talkative and fast-paced now that he's on ADHD medicine... I feel like he was constantly speaking over Abby... I hope the medicine ends up being a good thing, but I would be wary and cautious.

    • @leeareed4044
      @leeareed4044 Před měsícem +2

      He is a horrible listener and interrupts her all the time! So inconsiderate!

    • @wellhavenco
      @wellhavenco Před měsícem +2

      @@leeareed4044 I really think it was the medicine

    • @melissalaw6634
      @melissalaw6634 Před měsícem +3

      ​@@wellhavencono, he did this before the meds. He's on hyperspace now, doing it even more.

    • @amberstruebing2126
      @amberstruebing2126 Před měsícem +1

      He don’t even tak his ADHD med everyday like your supposed too. He said in this video, he just takes it on days he needs to focus…. It does drive me crazy he never lets Abby finish her thought. Chill Matt.

    • @wellhavenco
      @wellhavenco Před měsícem +1

      he got better towards the end of the video, the beginning was mainly what I was referring to.

  • @chocolateoreo6489
    @chocolateoreo6489 Před měsícem

    I’m sending you all the love❤❤❤

  • @kaitlynking2508
    @kaitlynking2508 Před měsícem +2

    I also I am HERE for the book content so no more cutting that out!!

  • @LaurenM0728
    @LaurenM0728 Před měsícem

    Abby's "well ya knerrr" lmaooo also me googling "do short people live longer"

  • @rosem6415
    @rosem6415 Před měsícem

    1:08 yes twins in the nicu at 2 separate hospitals 5 months. Heart surgeries for both coming home different doses of different meds writing everything down for each kid. Made me and my child father break. It's been 11 years, we didn't go to counseling and he didn't want to help,I withheld sex. We know now that we always loved each other. We both gave up. If it's not actually bad then don't give up

  • @sierrabregman
    @sierrabregman Před měsícem +3

    The black pillow as big as Abby next to her is really sending me 😅

  • @britt081000
    @britt081000 Před měsícem

    I did this for my daughter’s 2nd! SO fun! Oriental Trading company has the CUTEST cowboy hat cups for kiddos!!

  • @jennj
    @jennj Před měsícem +7

    If you guys don’t have “one happy dude” for Auggie’s 1st birthday, I will have words. 😂

  • @hannahcampbell8196
    @hannahcampbell8196 Před měsícem +6

    Something that really made me feel icky about Nickelodeon after watching the documentary is the fact that all these shows were written exclusively by men for mostly teenage girls. The first episode of iCarly features Carly and Sam talking about their teacher's "pointy boobs," there's an episode of Zoey101 where Logan laughs about the word "breast" when they're talking about eating chicken breast, etc. There's another episode of iCarly where Carly says, "I'm getting curvier everyday" and Freddy says, "I know." I get that these are things that teens would say anyway, but it feels icky to me that grown men wrote the dialogue for teenage girls to say about their bodies and the bodies of other teen girls.

    • @morganunderhill4106
      @morganunderhill4106 Před měsícem

      Icarly when Carly is getting Freddy out of the shower when he broke his leg, and then the other episode of Carly dating the “older bad boy” , her getting her toe stuck in the faucet, Spencer babysitter being weird w him. On Zoey 101, when they are decorating the thing in men bathroom, when Quinn made her Boobs bigger.

  • @bonnie6866
    @bonnie6866 Před měsícem

    i think at costco even though it's expensive the stuff lasts way longer, like soap etc and/or really nice such as meat and fish. so there is more value, but if you are really tight for cash it is a dangerous place to go because everything is huge and therefore expensive.

  • @Iam_laurenthrasherrr
    @Iam_laurenthrasherrr Před měsícem

    Matt, alcohol helps me the same way (I also have adhd) and the reason it makes the brain feel calm is the gaba it releases in the brain, but you can take gaba supplements to naturally help be calm and focused (I know this bc I was diagnosed with adhd and “prescribed” gaba in high school and it really helped me)

  • @ShyanneAllard
    @ShyanneAllard Před měsícem

    Omg Matt and Abby singing a cute love song together would be so cute! A song about your guys love!

  • @jessicanylander7842
    @jessicanylander7842 Před měsícem

    Abby your book talk was my favorite part!

  • @janetrucker1962
    @janetrucker1962 Před měsícem +18

    Matt, I don’t know if you realize this or not but you cut Abby off a lot when she is trying to talk lol

    • @dreamcrazy36
      @dreamcrazy36 Před měsícem

      He’s flying

    • @melissalaw6634
      @melissalaw6634 Před měsícem

      Right! It is so annoying to listen to. I can't imagine how annoying it would be for her. And then most times he is cutting in just for nonsense.

  • @lauragift1020
    @lauragift1020 Před měsícem +1

    Don't cut out Abby's book talk!!! I always need book inspiration! And PLEASE take your kids to the theater! I've always taken mine, even when they were real little. We take them during the week when most kids are in school/people are working. Late morning showings are perfect so if they talk or need to get up and stretch their legs, it's ok because the theater is usually empty or only a few people.

  • @VeryHappyStrawberry
    @VeryHappyStrawberry Před měsícem +1

    Keep the book reviews coming!

  • @Soccergirl7Naedene
    @Soccergirl7Naedene Před měsícem +17

    ADHD medicine is supposed to slow you down and if it does the opposite, maybe you don’t have adhd? I could have my facts wrong but I taught many children on medication and it certainly didn’t make them like that