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A raw look at three teenage pregnancies and the effects it has on their families as everyone prepares for the arrival of the babies.
2017
15 year-old Lexus thinks she's in labor and heads to the hospital. As a pregnant 16 year-old, McKayla finds prom dress shopping nearly impossible. 16 year-old Lilly's family gets to know the father of her baby, James, at his party.
Tension grows between McKayla's and Caelan's mothers; Kelsey realizes teen parents-to-be aren't prepared for what's next while driving home from Lexus' false labor; Lilly and her mom are upset when James bails on birthing class.
Lexus finally gives birth. After getting ditched yet again by James, a pregnant Lilly receives some tough love from her mother. Tensions between McKayla's mother and Caelen's mother finally erupt.
Lilly's mom doesn't want the baby to have James' last name. Two weeks before her own due date, McKayla visits her newborn sister. Lexus and Shayden grapple with raising a newborn. And one of the teen girls is given a ring.
McKayla is forced to choose sides when she must decide whom she wants in the delivery room. James learns some shocking facts about childbirth from his sister. And the stresses of the newborn baby tear Lexus and her mother apart.
McKayla's baby's name is met with lots of tears; Shayden struggles with Kelsey's rules and Lexus feels her mom is pushing her away; Lilly gets more than she bargained for when she tries to induce labor; Caelen surprises McKayla with a bold proposition.
The families of “Unexpected” come together for the first time as parents, grandparents and great-grandparents share insight into their stories, and give updates on what’s been happening since the cameras stopped rolling.
2018
McKayla. 17, decides to move out of her grandparents' house with her baby. Lexus, 16, reveals the details on her breakup with Shayden. 16 year-old Chloe's boyfriend Max has a lot to learn. Pregnant Emiley, 18, is frustrated with her boyfriend, Diego.
Lexus reunites with her child's father. Shannon tells her daughter, McKayla, she can move in, but her boyfriend is not welcome. Diego does not participate at Emiley's baby shower. Chloe reveals to Max that her mom doesn't like him and tension build.
Mckayla tells Caelan that he needs to step up as a father; Emiley tries to make things work with Diego; Laura and her boyfriend, Tylor, are just days away from inducing labor; and Lexus tells her mom, Kelsey, that she’s back together with Shayden.
Tim and Cindy see Shannon’s new house and don’t approve; Chloe attends her new school for pregnant teens; Laura’s induction day coincides with her sister’s birthday; and Kelsey considers pursuing guardianship of Scarlett.
Laura and Tylor bring the baby home; Chloe and Jessica prep for the baby shower; Diego finally attends a doctor appointment with Emiley; McKayla decides whether or not to move in with Shannon.
Chloe and Jessica have a tearful disagreement; Shannon confronts the family. Meanwhile, after having a false alarm, Emiley goes into labor; and Lexus struggles to get her license.
Emiley gives birth to a baby girl; Chloe has her all-girl baby shower; Tylor wants to become a stripper; Lexus finally lands a job; Mckayla takes a pregnancy test.
Caelan & Mckayla discuss the next steps in their relationship. Emiley and Diego bring baby Aria home. Chloe's parents finally meet Max's dad. Tylor cheated on Laura. Lexus talks about her sexuality.
Emiley and Diego want to change Aria's doctor. Mckayla and Caelan move out on their own, despite their constant fighting. Laura talks to Anna about sex.
Emiley is worried about making the cheer team. McKayla tries on wedding dresses. Laura and Margee talks to Anna about safe sex. Chloe is a week overdue wants to be induced. Lexus and Shayden go to prom.
Chloe goes into labor; Krista brings Emiley and Diego condoms; Laura celebrates her 18th birthday; Mckayla plans her wedding.
Emiley gives birth to a baby girl. Chloe has her all-girl baby shower. Tylor wants to become a stripper. Lexus finally lands a job. Mckayla takes a pregnancy test.
Emiley has cheer tryouts; Chloe gives birth; Mckayla has some concerns about marriage; it’s Scarlett’s first birthday, but Lexus and Shayden get into a huge argument.
Chloe brings Ava home without Max; Mckayla has some big news to share with Tim; Emiley has a discussion with her and Diego’s family; and Tylor wants to propose.
Ricki Lake brings the five families together to discuss all the drama of the past year. Secrets are revealed, breakups explained and one couple has a surprising announcement.
2019
McKayla is back and she's having another baby! Chloe worries that Max may go to jail. Hailey is looking forward to meeting Matthew's sister. And Tyra and Alex get a closer look at their baby.
Chloe has to miss school because Ava has pink eye. Tyra worries she's losing friends because of her pregnancy. Hailey finally meets Matthew's sister at a birthing class gone awry. And McKayla and Caelan have an argument they might not come back from.
Chloe worries that Max might start trouble at Ava's baptism. Tyra is in the hospital and ready to have her baby. Matthew has been texting with Hailey's best friend. Rilah gets upset when her mother moves the family an hour away from her boyfriend.
Things get scary when Tyra tries to induce; Hailey is depressed when Matthew goes MIA; Anthony's family is concerned he isn't the father of Rilah's baby; Caelan doesn't believe that McKayla is actually in labor.
Tyra and Alex experience parenthood for the first time; Chloe isn't sure she can stay with Max; Anthony questions the paternity of Rilah's baby; a dinner with McKayla and Caelan's families goes left.
A raw look at three teenage pregnancies and the effects it has on their families as everyone prepares for the arrival of the babies.
Chloe keeps apartment hunting with Max from her parents. Hailey worries what it means if the "other Hailey" skips her baby shower. McKayla moves out of the house she once shared with Caelan. Rilah's mother gets real with Anthony about his mother.
Rosa and Rebecca finally meet at Rilah's baby shower. Tyra isn't comfortable visiting Alex's family with Alex and the baby. McKayla goes to the hospital to be induced. Jessica and Nate find out Chloe and Max broke their only rule.
Shelly meets her granddaughter, despite McKayla's wishes she stay away. Amidst tension with Alex's family, Tyra reconnects with some old friends. Hailey begins to fear childbirth. Chloe gets ready for the prom and Max gets some bad news.
Hailey and Matthew welcome their baby girl, and a whole lot of drama, into the world; Max learns that he's going to rehab, and breaks the news to Chloe; Tyra's family looks for a new house; Rilah is rushed to the hospital.
A raw look at three teenage pregnancies and the effects it has on their families as everyone prepares for the arrival of the babies.
Chloe goes to the prom without Max. Caelan & Shelly meet with an attorney. Alex feels caught between Tyra and his grandmother. Rilah's blood pressure spikes and her baby's heart rate drops. After another fight with Matthew, Hailey gets shocking news.
Rilah delivers her baby. Caelan records a song he wrote about McKayla. Max comes home from rehab and Chloe graduates high school. Matthew talks to Hailey 2 about being his girlfriend, but there is something he hasn't told her about the first Hailey.
Rilah's mom confronts Anthony's mother; Chloe reveals information about her relationship with Max; Max opens up about his addiction; Hailey and Tanya take on Matthew.
Matthew and Hailey 2 have a shocking announcement; McKayla and her family come face to face with Caelan and his mom; Tyra and Alex share recent developments in their relationship.
2022
Kylen and Jason discuss a home birth; Lilly and Lawrence are approved for a new apartment; Erica and Emersyn host a brunch for Mason's family to discuss arrangements for when the baby arrives; Tyra vents to her mom about Alex's recent betrayal.
Lilly and Lawrence celebrate Mother's Day and begin packing for the move; Kylen and Jason have game night with Jason's family; Tyra drops off Layla to Maryland, where pregnant Tiarra now lives; Emersyn has her 37 week appointment.
Tyra receives a text from Alex and helps Tiarra travel back to Kentucky. Jenna discusses relationship issues with Giovanna. Erica sets rules with Emersyn and Mason. Kylen and Jason visit a birthing center and share their birth plan with Kylen's parents.
Tiarra has her 32-week appointment, and her cousin Taylor reveals she is also pregnant. Emersyn and Mason attend a birthing class. Jenna's parents both attend Luca's baptism. Lilly and Lawrence plan for the move. Jason and Kylen practice with a fake baby.
Lilly and Lawrence have a stressful night loading the moving truck. Tyra ditches her sister and cousin to meet with Alex. Jason and Kylen go fishing with friends. Meanwhile, her parents express how much they miss her. Emersyn preps for her induction day.
Jenna and Aden go to Pittsburgh for Father's Day weekend. Emersyn gets induced and begins a painful labor. Lilly and Lawrence move into the new apartment. Tiarra needs to get to the hospital, but Tyra is unhelpful, leading the girls to fight.
Kylen's parents come over for a BBQ, but Jason has other plans for him and Kylen. Emerysn gives birth. Jenna tells her sister about her idea to move out -- without Aden. Family drama ensues when Tiarra posts a picture of her nursery on social media.
Tiarra and Dee head to the hospital for the C-section. Emersyn and Mason break the rules on their first night home with Mateo. Jenna and Aden have dinner with Matt and Cathy. Kylen starts having painful contractions.
Kylen and Jason's birth plan is derailed at the birthing center. Tiarra comes home from the hospital to a full house. Emersyn's mom confronts her over the rule breaking. Lilly adjusts to raising her two kids without her mom's help.
Emersyn leaves Erica's home indefinitely. Things get heated when Kylen decides to get an epidural. Lilly visits Kim and talks about marriage. Jenna's parents are ready to meet up and clear the air.
After a dramatic 48 hours, Kylen gives birth. Jenna and her family begin their big beach vacation. Alex is back in the house, and Tyra and Taylor meet up to sort out the drama.
Jenna's mom worries about the relationship with Aden, prompting Jenna to talk to Aden. Lilly and Lawrence tour a wedding venue. It's Taylor's induction day. Tiarra arrives in Kentucky for Ella's birthday. Emersyn settles into Mason's house.
The stress is on when Kylen and Jason bring baby Xavier home. Taylor gives birth to baby Aria. Ella celebrates her 3rd birthday. Lilly and Lawrence tour a wedding venue.
All five families meet face-to-face. Tensions are high as Tyra gives updates about a paternity test. Also, moms and daughters take the stage, and Jason is confronted by more than Kylen's parents.
Jason and Kylen come back to the main stage to make a final statement. Things get heated between Erica and Mason's family, and Lilly and Lawrence talk about their future.
2024
Parents-to-be Emalee and Nate attend school and Nate's motocross tournament together. Jenna and son Luca return to Pennsylvania from a summer spent in Myrtle Beach. Expecting 15-year old Kayleigh facetimes her boyfriend Graham and serves her family during a shift at work.
Teen mom-to-be Aniyah has her boyfriend, Dakwon, paint her baby bump while she and mom Ashley plan her "extra" baby shower. Matt helps Jenna and Luca make the move to Myrtle Beach. Kayleigh's mom, Mandy, gifts her a new car and they, head to take her permit test. At Nate's motocross tournament, Emalee sees his competitive side.
Lilly asks Kim to help her with school drop-off as Lawrence works. Aniyah and Dakwon bring their families to an ultrasound. Things take a turn as Aniyah ends up in the ER. Emalee tells her dad about her plans to move in with Nate’s family when their baby is born. Matt meets Jenna’s boyfriend JJ.
Lilly tells Lawrence they have to start planning for their wedding, now in 3 months. Kayleigh and Mandy start planning the baby shower, while Graham and mom Bekki discuss Graham's struggles. Emalee and Nate have a tense date after Emalee's difficult checkup.
Aniyah starts to feel sick and, despite her mom's skepticism, goes to the ER. Lilly and Lawrence host Christmas dinner for their families and make a big announcement. Kayleigh and Mandy prepare and throw Kayleigh's baby shower, annoyed that Graham and Bekki aren't very involved.
Aniyah's Covid-positive during labor, and she has to choose whether Daedae or her mom will be her one visitor during birth. When Kayleigh confronts Graham about his unreliability, he emotionally breaks down. LJ completely derails Lilly's meeting at her wedding venue. After another tough appointment, Emalee and Nate struggle to communicate and support each other.
Jenna prepares for her birthday with JJ and Dalanie. Lilly feels overwhelmed by wedding planning and her limited budget as she shops for a dress. Aniyah gives birth to baby Aniyis, without Dakwon there. Emalee goes into labor, but is quickly derailed from her birth plan.
Aaliyah totally throws off Lilly's wedding planning when she comes down with the flu. Tension between JJ and Dalanie gets in the way of Jenna's birthday. Emalee is terrified to have a C-section, but gives birth to healthy baby Westley. Kayleigh's able to schedule an induction and practice motherhood, but Graham is MIA.
Mandy and Kayleigh prepares for Kayleigh's induction, inviting Graham and Bekki over to hash things out. Aniyah and Dakwon try to figure out their family dynamic at newborn baby Aniyis' christening.
Kayleigh's labor begins, and she's frustrated with the slow pace and lack of support. Jenna attends custody court back in Pennsylvania, and the outcome is her worst-case scenario. Emalee isn't a fan of living at Taryn's, and she worries that she's resenting Nate. Dakwon gives Aniyah a promise ring, but throws things off track with his announcement he's enlisting in the military.
Lawrence and his groomsmen head out for a bachelor party full of tequila and surprises -- much to Lilly's concern. Aniyah and Dakwon go out to lunch, and both seem concerned they'll be unable to stay faithful and present if he leaves for the Air Force.
Kayleigh has a successful C-section -- and welcomes baby Easton -- but he comes back to reality during the painful car ride home, where Graham offers little support. At her bachelorette party, a surprise stripper makes Lilly uncomfortable and infuriates Lawrence. Emalee and Westley have moved out of Taryn's, and are no longer speaking with her, putting Nate in the middle. Aniyah tries to get Dakwon to babysit so she can head out for work promoting at a party -- making her boyfriend jealous.
After staying over for just one night, Graham leaves Kayleigh to take care of newborn baby Easton on her own. Kayleigh, her friends and Mandy, all doubt that Graham will step up to the plate in the future. Despite a pregnancy scare and some pre-wedding jitters, Lilly and Lawrence finally say their "I Dos," and have the time of their lives at their wedding. Stressed about her custody situation, and distanced from Dalanie, Jenna finds out that she's pregnant. She worries about how JJ will take the news, and how they'll work things out going forward.
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2026
Bella and Hunter enjoy a family golf day, but tension brews when it is revealed Hunter is failing school. Isabella pressures Bryce to find a job. Amya goes into labor. After 23 hours and an epidural, she prepares to push with her mom and Jose by her side.
Amya's exhausting labor reaches a critical moment. Isabella and Bryce's already fragile relationship may be irreparable when their families join in the conflict. Mia's spending spree for her over-the-top baby shower doesn't sit well with her father.
Hunter faces more setbacks, and Isabella and Bryce's relationship spirals.
Mia's baby shower is upended when her mom arrives late. Mama G pushes Jose to prove he can provide. Isabella and Bryce's families prepare for a tense sit-down. Bella and Hunter's growing strain erupts ahead of a major milestone.
With her due date approaching, Bella learns she may need a C-section. Tasha confronts Bryce's family over serious allegations. Amya and Jose clash before his new job. Mia pushes back against Keith's two-week rule.
Bella delivers baby Wes via C-section while Hunter hopes his dad will come to meet his grandson. Mia's graduation is overshadowed by her mom's behavior. Amya faces mounting pressure as postpartum and weight gain struggles begin to take a toll.
Mia's 39-week checkup sparks a fight between AK and Nicole, leading to an early induction. Bella and Wes are cleared to go home as Hunter struggles with basic dad duties. Isabella and Bryce head to therapy, though Tasha doubts it will fix anything.
Isabella shuts Bryce out before her induction. Mia endures a long, stressful labor that leads to an emergency C-section. Amya's insecurities about her post-baby weight derail date night with Jose.
As Mia recovers from her C-section, family tensions flare when Nicole's absence causes hurt on both sides. Meanwhile, Bella faces a pregnancy scare, Amya's struggles with her post-pregnancy body, and Isabella braces for labor amid Bryce's family drama.
Mia and Jessie bring Oakleigh home as Keith's rules spark tension. Bella receives the results of her pregnancy test leading to a tough talk with her dad. Isabella delivers Haisley while Bryce's family is left in the dark. Amya and Jose clash over parenting and lifestyle changes.
Bryce asks Isabella to meet his newborn daughter. Mia's dad softens on his cardinal rule. Amya returns to the site of her past humiliation for a shot at redemption. Hunter's father's promise to meet baby Wes causes cautious optimism.
Ten months have passed since last checking in with the families.
2020
A pregnant Jenna wants a car for her birthday. Myrka’s mom kicked her out for getting pregnant. Soon-to-be-grandma Jessica tries to salvage the relationship between teens Reanna and Taron. Tyra leaves Alex and Layla behind at home as she heads to college.
Jenna only wanted one thing for her birthday: a car. Away at college, Tyra receives devastating news. Taron and Reanna accuse each other of cheating weeks before she is due. Myrka and Ethan get an ultrasound, but no one gets to know the baby’s gender yet.
Jessica worries Reanna may be going into early labor. Tyra is furious that Julie’s internet boyfriend has moved in. Myrka invites her mom to her gender reveal party. Jenna refuses to move her pet rabbit’s cage to make room for a new crib.
Tiarra hears the Matthew drama when she gets together with Hailey 1. Taron threatens to take Reanna to court to see his baby. Myrka and Ethan prepare for an extravagant gender reveal party. Jenna’s dad refuses to let her mom be a part of the baby shower.
Myrka and Liliana have a blowout fight over social media. Jenna gives her parents an ultimatum — get along at the baby shower. Reanna and Taron sit down with their moms to sort out custody
Myrka attends her last sonogram appointment alone due to COVID-19. Reanna’s planned C-section may be in jeopardy. Lilly is pregnant with her second child. Tyra and Alex go on their first .
Tensions mount between the families as everyone has conflicting ideas for what is best for the young parents and their child – from where they will live to whether or not they should get married.
Kim discourages Lilly from making the same mistake twice.
Pulling back the curtain on the complicated family affair that is teenage pregnancy, Unexpected will look at various stages of each pregnancy and the first few weeks of parenthood with teens who happened to have been raised by teens. The series focuses on three teen couples who are entirely unprepared to have a child and their parents or grandparents who must step in and help through this huge life change. Tensions mount between the families as everyone has conflicting ideas for what is best for the young parents and their child – from where they will live to whether or not they should get married.
Lawrence asks Lilly’s parents for permission to marry her; Myrka and Ethan video chat with their parents to show off their new baby; Tyra admits that Alex is cheating; Aden is late for Jenna’s final doctor’s appointment.
Lilly and Lawrence take a vacation before the baby comes; the Ybarras head to the hospital to pick up Myrka, Ethan and their new grandbaby; Tyra hopes that moving back in with Alex and Layla will mend their relationship troubles; Jenna gets...
Myrka struggles with breastfeeding; Julie reveals some shocking news; Lilly and Lawrence announce their engagement to their families; Matt worries Aden doesn’t have what it takes to support Jenna in the delivery room.
Jenna gives birth to a baby boy; Lawrence is feeling the pressure as Lilly nears her due date; Liliana meets baby Attalie for the first time, but her criticism of Myrka goes too far; Tyra and Tiarra head to Louisville for girl time with Hailey.
Jenna and Aden introduce their family to baby Luca. Myrka worries that her stable home with Ethan's family is crumbling. Lilly and Lawrence worry for their baby's life when LJ is born completely silent.
Lilly and Lawrence bring their new baby home. Michelle shares devastating news with Ethan and Myrka. Tyra and Alex part ways.
Tensions are high as Myrka and Ethan confront Michelle for kicking them out. Alex walks off set, leaving Tyra to pick up the pieces. The teen moms discuss babies and boyfriends, and they give exciting updates on their lives.
The teen couples take the stage together and share their perspective.
Myrka and Ethan take a shopping trip with Ethan's parents. Alex drives Tyra and Layla to Tyra's cousin's house for a playdate. Jenna and Aden make pizzas with Jenna's high school friend. Lilly and Lawrence have fun at a family pool party.