Motherhood Intended

Jacqueline Baird
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Motherhood Intended

Are you tired of scrolling your feed only to see the highlight reel version of motherhood? Join Jacqueline Baird, a passionate mom here to support other women on their unique journeys to motherhood and beyond. You’ll hear from experts in the fields of women’s health, fertility, and family planning, as well as from the brave women who want their unique stories to be heard. We’ll talk about unexpected paths taken, miraculous moments experienced, and how we keep going on this beautiful and ever-changing journey as mom. This podcast will also document Jacqueline’s current life as a mom of three, plus many reflections and insight from her decade long infertility journey including multiple losses, IVF, preterm deliveries, surrogacy, and more. Stay tuned as her family’s story continues to unfold. If you feel like you can’t always relate to the picture-perfect stories you see, follow the podcast now and join a community that’s getting real about what it takes to be a mom.

  1. 23 HR. AGO

    *Re-Release* Infertility, IUIs, and Miscarriages: Jacqueline's Story (Part 1)

    Jacqueline welcomes listeners, new and seasoned, to hear the re-release of the premier episode of the podcast that originally aired in January 2023. In this episode, Jacqueline shares the first part of her deeply personal and emotional fertility journey, starting from her attempts to conceive, to the challenges she faced with infertility, and the subsequent processes including IUIs. She recounts the traumatic loss of her twin daughters and the impact it had on her, as well as transitioning to...

    1h 5m

  2. 6 DAYS AGO

    Besties, Babies, and Banter: Jenny's Story

    In this heartfelt and humorous podcast episode, Jacqueline is joined by her BFF Jenny who shares her candid journey into motherhood. Jenny spills the tea on her experience with recurrent miscarriage, the emotional rollercoaster that followed, and her eventual successful pregnancy. She dishes out real talk on delivery, pumping, and postpartum life. With wine in hand, Jacqueline and Jenny dig into the ups and downs of creating baby besties and celebrate having their daughters just months apart....

    1h 27m

  3. NOV 8

    Authentic Paths: Embracing Life Beyond Fertility Challenges

    In this episode, Jacqueline encourages listeners to embrace a whole, authentic life, even when facing infertility. She shares her experiences from attending the 'It's Her Turn' Summit in Los Angeles hosted by Cathy Heller. The summit empowered her to reconnect with her authentic self and provided valuable life lessons, such as embracing vulnerability, surrendering to life's uncertainties, and being present. She reflects on the importance of taking leaps of faith in both personal and professio...

    26 min

  4. OCT 31

    The Power of Consistency: How Small Habits Achieve Big Goals

    In this episode, Jacqueline discusses the importance of habits and goal setting, using inspiration from mentors to stay focused. She provides practical advice on creating daily habits that align with personal and professional goals, emphasizing consistency over intensity. Jacqueline encourages listeners to find mentors they admire, write down their goals, establish daily habits, and reward themselves meaningfully to achieve long-term success. She also offers a free downloadable guide to help ...

    22 min

  5. OCT 24

    How to Feel Grounded Through (in)Fertility

    In this episode, Jacqueline provides a personal and detailed month-by-month guide to navigating infertility. Drawing from over a decade of experience, she offers practical and emotional strategies such as timed conception, fertility testing, initial treatments, financial planning, and self-care. The episode emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with partners, seeking professional support, and taking breaks when needed. Additionally, it discusses exploring IVF, fostering a supportive commu...

    33 min

  6. OCT 17

    Navigating Autism: Insights, Acceptance, and Community Support

    Building a KIND Community: Understanding Kids with Invisible Neurological DifferencesIn this insightful episode of Motherhood Intended, Jacqueline reflects on her recent challenges, including fatigue and her participation in the Wave of Light and annual Walk to Remember events that honor pregnancy and infant loss. She shares her family’s journey with her son's autism and ADHD diagnoses and introduces guest Kari Baker, a Christian author and founder of KIND Families. Together, they discuss the...

    1h 1m

  7. OCT 11

    From Diagnosis to Understanding: Parenting a Neurodivergent Child

    In this episode of the podcast, Jacqueline and her husband discuss their personal experiences with their oldest son, who has been diagnosed with autism and ADHD. Recorded in the comfort of their family room, they share insights into their journey of understanding their son's neurological differences, highlighting the challenges and triumphs they face as a family. The couple reflects on the initial emotional responses to the diagnosis, the significance of early intervention and therapy, and th...

    55 min

  8. OCT 4

    Strength in Motherhood: Busting Myths of Perinatal Fitness with Gina Conley

    In this engaging podcast episode, Jacqueline dives into the challenges of parenting and the importance of community among parents, followed by an insightful discussion with Gina Conley, founder of MamasteFit. Gina, an experienced fitness trainer and birth doula, explores prenatal fitness, debunking common myths and emphasizing the benefits for mother and baby's health. Topics include prenatal exercise misconceptions, postpartum recovery, and pelvic health. Mothers are given practical advice f...

    1h 3m
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Are you tired of scrolling your feed only to see the highlight reel version of motherhood? Join Jacqueline Baird, a passionate mom here to support other women on their unique journeys to motherhood and beyond. You’ll hear from experts in the fields of women’s health, fertility, and family planning, as well as from the brave women who want their unique stories to be heard. We’ll talk about unexpected paths taken, miraculous moments experienced, and how we keep going on this beautiful and ever-changing journey as mom. This podcast will also document Jacqueline’s current life as a mom of three, plus many reflections and insight from her decade long infertility journey including multiple losses, IVF, preterm deliveries, surrogacy, and more. Stay tuned as her family’s story continues to unfold. If you feel like you can’t always relate to the picture-perfect stories you see, follow the podcast now and join a community that’s getting real about what it takes to be a mom.

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  • Creator
    Jacqueline Baird
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    84
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Motherhood Intended
  • Show Website
    Motherhood Intended

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