This story is one of grit, determination & transformation! From a college student navigating an unplanned pregnancy alone to a woman who refuses to let her past define her, Meghan not only beat the odds, but never wavered in her belief that she could have both her education and her baby! SHOW NOTES: For more information about the podcast or to make a TAX DEDUCTIBLE donation visit https://unplannedanduntold.com/ Looking to learn more about the organization that started the podcast,...

Life doesn’t always go according to plan, & sometimes the challenges we face shape us in ways we never expected. As a college student, Katie discovered she was pregnant, a shock that came with long-distance challenges, financial struggles, & the weight of judgment. Yet through it all, her faith, determination, & the support of loved ones carried her forward! Katie’s story is a powerful reminder that even in unexpected circumstances, it’s possible for your life to be filled with ...

Sabrena felt as if her world came crumbling down during her final semester of college when a positive pregnancy test changed everything. After graduating high school early, she started chasing big dreams but becoming a mom before graduation was never part of the plan. What followed was the season of isolation, quitting a passion she loved dearly, losing her father's support, & questioning how she’d make it through. SHOW NOTES: For more information about the podcast or to make a TAX DEDU...

At 17, Kari found herself unexpectedly pregnant, abandoned by friends, & navigating life on her own. Even after earning her GED and beginning her college journey at The University of Alabama, she felt she was in a vulnerable search for love & stability. She married a man who would later be revealed as a predator, someone who is still at large today. Despite that trauma, she completed her bachelor’s degree, followed by a master’s in counseling! Kari has turned her own story...

As a Division 1 athlete, Kaylnn found herself facing another unexpected pregnancy with twins. Before that turning point, she was chasing identity in all the wrong places, searching for where she belonged. What came next is a story of brokenness turned into purpose, & struggle into strength! Listen to today’s episode to hear Part 2 of Kaylnn’s story, how she went from rock bottom to the unforgettable moment of walking across that graduation stage with her twin boys on each hip! SHOW NOTES:...

Kaylnn was just 16 years old when her world turned upside down. She found herself pregnant, scared, and too afraid to tell her parents. With the courts involved, she made the controversial decision to have an abortion, a secret she carried into her college years. But, life had more twists ahead. You’ll have to listen to our next episode for Pt 2 to hear what happens next! SHOW NOTES: For more information about the podcast or to make a TAX DEDUCTIBLE donation visit https://unplannedanduntold.c...

What started as a carefree season of partying & freedom took a sudden turn the day Connor stood on a rooftop, overseas, & found out he was going to be a father by someone he had just recently been casually seeing. From an unplanned pregnancy & long-distance deployment to meeting his girlfriend’s parents for the first time while she was carrying their child, Connor shares what it truly means to take ownership of his responsibility, break the stigma around young fatherhood, & l...

We can’t believe we’re already here! This week, we’re taking a moment to reflect on our journey so far and looking back at the stories, the strength, & the shared experiences that have shaped this podcast! What started as a dream to amplify the voices of Student-Moms & those navigating unplanned pregnancies has become a powerful source of resilience & hope! Thank you for being with us through it all! We can’t wait for you to hear our special 50th episode! SHOW NOTES: For more i...

Today’s episode is a special one! Cayleigh was one of our very first community Student-Moms at The University of Alabama. She found out she was pregnant during her sophomore year but instead of stepping back, she stepped up! Juggling two jobs, leadership roles on campus, & the life-changing journey of motherhood, her experience not only paved the way for other students to find community through Baby Steps but also showed us what was possible when Student-Moms are believed in & support...

Imagine carrying the weight of being the first in your family expected to graduate but now add an unplanned pregnancy to the mix. After Neat's son was born he was diagnosed with nonverbal autism. This was another life altering moment that reshaped not only her journey as a single mom, but also her career. She is now a special education teacher & using her voice & experience to support families walking a similar path! SHOW NOTES: For more information about the podcast or to make a T...

In today’s episode “Roped In & Riding It Out” we’re sharing a powerful story that began 42 years ago when Greg & Sandy Williams faced an unplanned pregnancy as a freshman & sophomore in college. They were up against tremendous challenges — but with unwavering determination, support from their families, & countless part-time jobs, they stayed in school, got married, & carved out incredible careers for themselves! This is a story of perseverance, love, & legacy! SHOW ...

Hey friends! We're taking a little break this week to bring you something a bit different! Instead of a full episode, we want to share some recent Baby Steps news! There’s been a lot going on behind the scenes, and we are so excited to see what’s to come. For more information about the podcast or to make a TAX DEDUCTIBLE donation visit https://unplannedanduntold.com/ Looking to learn more about the organization that started the podcast, visit https://babysteps.org/ Follow us on insta...

On our last episode, Kaitlyn interviewed Patrina, and today, we have the privilege of hearing her twin sister’s story! Although both sisters experienced an unplanned pregnancy in college, their stories are remarkably different. Latrina found herself unexpectedly pregnant as a freshman attending Auburn University at Montgomery. Balancing school, motherhood, & the uncertainty of it all was tough, but Latrina never gave up! This experience lit a fire in her to support other Student-Mo...

Patrina was the first in her family to graduate from college, but she didn’t stop there! She went on to earn her master's degree and doctorate degree, all while navigating the challenges of being a Student-Mom. Patrina is now a vital part of the Baby Steps at Auburn University team, leading the charge in transforming the lives of Student-Moms & offering the support, resources, & empowerment she once needed herself! SHOW NOTES: For more information about the podcast or to make a TAX...

On this week’s episode, Chris takes us through her journey as a mechanical engineering student facing an unplanned pregnancy at Auburn University to becoming a professor at that very same campus! From walking into an abortion clinic to walking across the stage at graduation 6 months pregnant, she realized her future was not over like she had been told. It had just begun! Listen to this episode as we explore her journey of courage & perseverance! SHOW NOTES: For more information a...

On this episode we will be sharing a story that comes full circle in a way no mother ever hopes for. Our guest grew up in a turbulent home, facing struggles no child should have to endure and found herself pregnant at 18. Upon that news, her mother kicks her out of the house, leaving Jenn with every reason to give up. But she didn’t. She fought for her future, pushed through college, and built a life for herself and her daughter. Fast forward a bit—just when she thought the hardest par...

Just months after graduating high school at 18 years old, Krystin found out she was pregnant at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Despite facing multiple obstacles, she earned a bachelor’s degree in biology with a minor in chemistry in just FOUR YEARS! SHOW NOTES: For more information about the podcast or to make a TAX DEDUCTIBLE donation visit https://unplannedanduntold.com/ Looking to learn more about the organization that started the podcast, visit https://babysteps.org/...

This former Division 1 athlete’s journey took an unexpected turn when she discovered she was 22 weeks pregnant during her freshman year at NC State. Daniela was already struggling to be a student athlete in the midst of the COVID pandemic. With determination & support, she not only navigated the challenges of an unplanned pregnancy but also made a remarkable return to the court only months after having her daughter! SHOW NOTES: For more information about the podcast or to make a TAX DED...

At just 15 years old, Kelley found herself facing an unplanned pregnancy, but her story is one of resilience, love, & transformation. She navigated through family struggles, her father’s incarceration, finishing high school, & the weight of teenage motherhood which led her to where she is today! Her journey is nothing short of inspiring! Show Notes: For more information about the podcast or to make a TAX DEDUCTIBLE donation visit https://unplannedanduntold.com/ Looking to learn...

We're so excited for our first episode of the New Year! Not only did Claire experience being a Student-Mom, but she is now a supporter for the Baby Steps Organization which empowers pregnant and parenting college students facing an unplanned pregnancy! How incredible is that?! Show Notes: For more information about the podcast or to make a TAX DEDUCTIBLE donation visit https://unplannedanduntold.com/ Looking to learn more about the organization that started the podcast, visit https://babyst...