And it sounds like there be a wrinkle to the proceedings down the road.

Toby and Kate are going to have a bit of an unconventional parenting situation, Metz tells EW.

Metz also indicates that this development in their story is rather bold.

This Is Us - Season 2

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Its something I dont think weve ever seen, at least not on connection television.

Were excited to share their journey.

Its a really specific one that weve been plotting out very carefully.

The foundation is very solid.

At least for now.

But you never know.

Those brilliant writers and Dan [Fogelman, the shows creator] throw you aloooooop!