Sunday Sports Club with Allison Kuch

Episode: SURPRISE! I’m Pregnant! (Solo Q&A)

Date: November 16, 2025
Host: Allison Kuch
Produced by: Dear Media

Episode Overview

In this solo episode, Allison Kuch shares the surprise news of her second pregnancy and answers listeners’ top questions about her journey so far. Balancing her life as an NFL wife, mom to nearly-two-year-old Scotty, and podcaster, Allison reflects candidly on how this pregnancy compares to her first, discusses her approach to privacy, and explains how she and her husband Isaac are preparing for baby number two. While the episode centers on personal and family updates, Allison reiterates that Sunday Sports Club will remain a sports-focused podcast.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Pregnancy Announcement & Context

• Allison announces her pregnancy, revealing she is just under 20 weeks and due in April 2026. She’s a bit further along than when she announced her first pregnancy (Scotty) at 16 weeks.

  • “Hi guys, I'm pregnant. I was gonna say my name. Hey, guys. I’m Allison Kuch, but I am pregnant.” (00:19)

• Keeping the pregnancy private initially: Life had been extremely busy, and she forgot to announce right away. The desire for privacy—not secrecy—is key.

  • “It’s really just privacy. So today I'm gonna talk a little bit about my pregnancy and how it's been and how it's been different from my last pregnancy...” (01:52)

• This podcast isn't shifting to a motherhood focus: Allison is clear that sports remain the show’s heart, though her social media will feature some family content.

  • “I do want this to maintain a very, like, sports-related podcast...” (03:08)

2. Finding Out About the Pregnancy

• Early discovery: Allison and Isaac were actively trying to conceive, tracking ovulation. She found out around 4 weeks as opposed to 6 weeks with her first.

  • “I found out at like four weeks pregnant... All I have to say is those two weeks really matter.” (03:55)

• A mystical sign: Before testing, Allison “asked” her deceased grandmother (Martha) for an owl sighting if she was pregnant—a recurring family sign.

  • “I actually didn't find out I was pregnant with a pregnancy test... I found out I was pregnant through my dead grandma.” (04:26)
  • “So I put that onto the universe... the second we pulled up [at friends’ place], they go, ‘You guys, look, there’s an owl.’ And I was like, I’m pregnant.” (05:44)

• Joint reveal with Isaac: She and Isaac took a pregnancy test together, preferring to experience the moment as a couple rather than keep secrets.

  • “I just am physically incapable of holding a secret... So Isaac and I found out together, and it was great.” (06:41)

3. Family Reactions & Decision to Wait Before Telling

• Delayed sharing: Due to first-trimester mental health struggles and cautiousness from her first pregnancy experience, Allison and Isaac waited until a week before the public announcement to tell their families and friends.

  • “I struggled in my first trimester, like, mental health-wise. And so we actually didn't tell our families until, like, a week ago... I have no regrets with that.” (09:39)

• Protecting her peace: She prioritized her and the baby’s happiness over external expectations.

  • “I almost wanted to protect my peace and by doing so and like protecting like my happiness around this baby, I didn't tell people...” (13:40)

4. Preparing and Including Scotty

• How does Scotty react? Allison tries to explain that a baby is coming, but at her age, Scotty doesn’t really understand. She alternates between saying she wants a brother or sister, depending on how the question is asked.

  • “Now, like, I'll point to my belly and she goes, baby, baby. And I'll ask her if she wants a brother or sister, and she'll say, sister. But if I ask her if she wants a sister or a brother, she'll say brother.” (15:17)

• Big sister predictions: Allison expects Scotty will be “a second mother,” eager and hands-on, and recognizes the challenge of balancing attention.

  • “I think she's going to want to parent my child. I think she's gonna want to be, like, a second mother.” (16:36)

5. Thoughts on Age Gaps & Pregnancy Timing

• Ideal age gap: Allison aimed for about 2.5 years between children, wanting to avoid “two under two,” finding this range mentally healthy for her as a mom.

  • “This age gap feels so right to me... we wanted more than two years, but less than three.” (17:18)

• Bucket list before baby 2: She created a pre-baby bucket list, including running a marathon (now postponed). Encourages others to do the same to feel accomplished before a new chapter.

  • “I highly recommend making a list and really working towards that list... there's some research that says if you write down your goals, you're more likely to achieve them.” (18:30)

6. Comparing Pregnancies: Baby #1 vs. Baby #2

• Physical symptoms:

  • Much more exhausted this time, likely because she’s chasing after a toddler.
  • Virtually no nausea or vomiting (emetophobia is a real fear for her, grateful she’s largely avoided it).
  • Intense cravings and nearly constant hunger.
  • “I'm way more tired this time around... have not seen any increase in energy, which is really difficult because I am training to complete a marathon.” (21:07)
  • “I've had no nausea, like, virtually no nausea. There's never been a day where I'm like, oh my God, I can't keep anything down. Have not thrown up.” (22:19)
  • “I've been so hungry, I could literally eat this microphone.” (23:34)

• Mental & emotional differences:

  • Feels much more prepared and less anxious, thanks to Isaac having a stable career (no planned moves), continuity with her OB-GYN, and a stronger friend/community network.
  • First time, she switched OBs three times due to Isaac’s NFL moves.
  • Feels ready to handle postpartum depression if it arises, thanks in part to her experiences and support network.
  • “I feel way more prepared this time around, which is not surprising... I feel really good about that. We're not planning on moving out of our house... I'm keeping the same OB-GYN.” (26:54)

• Lessons learned:

  • There is such a thing as the “right time,” at least for her.
  • Worries less; more comfortable with letting things happen.
  • “Everyone says, ‘Oh, there's no perfect time to have a baby.’ I disagree.” (31:18)

7. Birth Plan & Delivery Preferences

• Plans to try for VBAC:
  • First baby (Scotty) was a planned C-section due to breech; open to repeat C-section if medically necessary but excited at the idea of a vaginal birth experience.
  • “I will be trying for a VBAC, which is like vaginal birth after C section... I want that experience... But if I don’t get that, I weirdly feel at peace.” (35:20)

8. Approach to Privacy

• Children’s privacy:

  • Does not show Scotty’s face on social media for privacy, safety, and to avoid exploitation.
  • “She's not a secret. But I do like to keep her private just for, like, I don't know, a lot of different reasons.” (38:14)

• Pregnancy privacy:

  • Talks about symptoms and personal experiences but keeps aspects like ultrasounds and test results private.
  • “Pregnancy, I talk about because I'm like, this is happening to me... the things that I want to keep private, I just don’t talk about it.” (39:47)

9. Gender Predictions, Names, and Nursery Ideas

• Gender guesses:

  • Allison thinks it’s a boy due to different symptoms; Isaac thinks it’s a girl. No strong gender preference, believes it’s “win-win.”
  • “I think it’s a boy. Isaac is very keen on thinking it’s a girl...” (40:08)

• Names:

  • Boy names are challenging; they have three “maybes” but none they love.
  • One girl name picked and decided.
  • “Boy names are so fucking hard to pick, are you kidding me?” (41:25)

• Nursery theme:

  • Leaning toward a western/cowboy, moodier theme (regardless of gender), a change from Scotty’s nautical room.
  • “I think I want to go, like, western, which is funny because we don’t. We live in California. We don’t own a horse, but I just think that would be really cute.” (43:07)

Memorable Quotes & Moments

• Allison on unintentionally waiting to announce:

  • “I kind of forgot I was pregnant. And then I was like, wait, I should get maternity photos.” (00:54)

• On supernatural signs:

  • “I found out I was pregnant through my dead grandma. So I put out into the universe... if I'm pregnant, I want to see an owl today.” (04:30)

• On preparing for postpartum mental health:

  • “I am not scared of postpartum depression this time. And if it happens, I know how to deal with it in some capacity... my husband is more prepared... I have a good group of friends here.” (28:32)

• On the myth of ‘no perfect time’ for kids:

  • “There's no perfect time to have a baby in a certain way. But, like, everybody's timing is going to be different when it comes to them feeling prepared emotionally and physically.” (31:33)

Key Timestamps

• 00:19 — Allison announces her pregnancy
• 03:55 — How she found out, including the “owl sign” from her late grandmother
• 06:41 — Telling Isaac, doing the pregnancy test together
• 09:39 — Delaying sharing the news with family and friends
• 13:40 — On protecting her peace by controlling when she told people
• 15:17 — Scotty’s reaction to news of a sibling
• 17:18 — The importance and value of their chosen age gap
• 18:30 — The value of a pre-baby “bucket list”
• 21:07 — Comparing physical symptoms (fatigue, pregnancy hunger)
• 26:54 — Emotional preparation differences between first and second pregnancies
• 31:18 — Allison’s perspective on the “right” time to have babies
• 35:20 — Birth plan intentions (VBAC, C-section reflection)
• 38:14 — Reasoning behind privacy for her child(ren)
• 40:08 — Gender predictions and rationale
• 41:25 — The struggle of picking baby names
• 43:07 — Nursery ideas and changes in home setup

Conclusion

This episode blends candid storytelling, practical advice, and Allison’s signature relatable humor. She addresses both excitement and vulnerability in pregnancy, shares honest thoughts on boundaries and privacy, and reflects on personal growth and family expansion. Fans are encouraged to submit more questions for an upcoming follow-up Q&A.

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