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TikTok’s Matt and Abby Made Headlines After ‘Big Wake-Up Call' Controversy: How Viral Fame Shapes Their Parenting (Exclusive)

At ages 25 and 26, TikTok stars Matt and Abby Howards tell PEOPLE about the lessons they've learned after online controversies and the boundaries they've set for posting about their lives as parents to sons Griffin, 2, and August, 14 months.

With every picture, post and podcast, the viral couple steps within firing range of haters and harsh critics, too — those who scrutinize their every action and word without hesitating to call out what they deem the Howards' latest misstep. After four years of social media stardom, Matt, 26, and Abby, 25, know to expect some negativity as they continue sharing their lives as young parents of two: sons Griffin, 2, and August, 14 months. About a month after the incident, Matt tells PEOPLE that they were traveling with Abby's extended family, who were able to watch the kids while the podcasters dined separately.

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