Motherhood Intended
Jacqueline Baird
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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Season 4 Sneak Peak!
Motherhood Intended
08/01/24 • 6 min
The Motherhood Intended podcast, hosted by Jacqueline Baird, is coming back with Season 4! This show explores the journey to motherhood and all its challenges and joys. It aims to create a safe space to discuss topics such as infertility, family planning, mental health, and parenting. Jacqueline shares her own experiences and interviews other women and experts in the field. The podcast encourages connection and support among women navigating the complexities of motherhood. Season 4 is set to premiere on September 5th!
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TLDR:
- Motherhood doesn't always go as planned, and that's okay.
- The podcast provides a safe space to discuss fertility and motherhood.
- Connection and support are essential in the journey of motherhood.
- The podcast covers a wide range of topics related to motherhood, including infertility, hormones, adoption, and parenting hacks.
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When "Should" You Announce Your Pregnancy?
Motherhood Intended
08/31/23 • 30 min
Thanks to social media, pregnancy announcements are all the rage. The cute photos, gender reveals, curated videos... but if you've struggled with infertility or are experiencing pregnancy after loss, you may be wondering when "should" you share the news? Spoiler alert: there's no wrong answer.
Take a listen as Jacqueline shares when and how she announced her pregnancies (all five of them!) and how her different experiences can shed some light both on the pros of sharing your news early and waiting until you're further along.
Positive test? Go for it! First ultrasound? Sounds like a plan. 12 weeks? Classic. Anatomy scan? Great!
There are so many factors that play into a pregnant woman's decision as to when to share pregnancy news... personal preference, loss, infertility treatments, family, and so on. It's your baby, so do what feels right for you!
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It’s Not About the Wine: The Loaded Truth Behind Mommy Wine Culture with Celeste Yvonne
Motherhood Intended
09/21/23 • 43 min
Alcohol isn't going to fix the systemic lack of support for mothers--and pretending it's the solution to surviving motherhood does more harm than good.
Jacqueline is joined by Celeste Yvonne, a sober mom advocate, writer, and certified recovery coach well-known across social media as @theultimatemomchallenge. She's an author of her new book It’s Not About the Wine: The Loaded Truth Behind Mommy Wine Culture and has been featured in The Washington Post, Good Morning America, and Refinery 29.
“I imagine a future where binge drinking isn’t an expected part of the college experience, where friends meeting up for drinks automatically includes both alcoholic and nonalcoholic options, and where a mother struggling elicits genuine concern and offers of support instead of jokes about wine being the solution to anything that ails her. What an inclusive, supportive, glorious world that would be.” -Celeste
In this episode, we discuss:
- How to start your sober journey
- Female drinking: What are we doing to ourselves and why are we doing it?
- How Mommy Wine Culture distracts us from the real issue: getting support for mothers who are truly struggling
- Why growing up in a family of addiction doesn’t give you an advantage to not fall into the same patterns
- Why Celeste kept her sobriety secret for a year
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Podcast Premieres January 9, 2023!
Motherhood Intended
12/19/22 • 3 min
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A Doula's Guide to Crafting the Perfect Birth Plan
Motherhood Intended
09/20/24 • 40 min
In this episode, Jacqueline interviews Suzzie Vehrs, a doula and childbirth educator, who shares her expertise on creating personalized birth plans. Suzzie explains the importance of having a birth plan, how to communicate effectively with healthcare providers, and the impact of these plans on postpartum experiences. This episode serves as an informative guide for expecting mothers, especially those who have faced infertility or pregnancy loss, empowering them to take control and make informed decisions for a positive birthing experience.
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- Website: www.shebirthsbravely.com
- Instagram: @shebirthsbravely
- Email: [email protected]
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Rare Diagnosis, Real Courage: Casey's Story of Love, Loss, and Denys-Drash Syndrome
Motherhood Intended
12/13/24 • 78 min
In this final episode of Season 4, Jacqueline welcomes Casey Hawkins, who bravely shares her personal journey of coping with a rare disease diagnosed during pregnancy, the birth of her rainbow baby, experiencing a second-trimester miscarriage, and the emotional recovery that followed. Casey discusses the challenges of a difficult pregnancy, the subsequent grief from her loss, and the healing power of community support and therapy. She also touches on the significance of honoring her children and finding strength in vulnerability.
ALL THE THINGS:
- Motherhood Intended website
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- Download a FREE Month-by-Month Guide to Feeling Grounded & Focused on Your Journey to Baby
- Download a FREE Habit & Goal Tracker
- Leave a review for the podcast
- Apply to be a guest on the show!
Send us a Text Message with questions, suggestions, or to just say hello!
If you're interested in helping give the absolute greatest gift to deserving intended parents, learn more about becoming a surrogate (and earn up to $650 just for taking the first few simple steps!): share.conceiveabilities.com/hello12
The Village We All Deserve: A New Chapter in Infertility and TTC Support
Motherhood Intended
06/05/25 • 6 min
Season 5 comes to a close with a heart-to-heart from host Jacqueline Baird—reflecting on the powerful stories shared, the community built, and a new chapter that’s just beginning.
In this special solo episode, Jacqueline opens up about her own fertility journey and the inspiration behind Your Fertility Village—a new support community for women navigating infertility, IVF, TTC, loss, surrogacy, or adoption.
She also shares:
💛 A look back at Season 5’s most meaningful moments
🎧 New Spotify playlists curated by topic (so you can find what you need, when you need it)
🌻 What to expect inside Your Fertility Village
📅 Season 6 will premiere August 21—with bonus episodes over the summer
If you’ve ever felt alone on your path to motherhood, this episode is for you.
👉 Join the waitlist for the Village at bit.ly/yourfertilityvillage
PLAYLISTS:
- TTC + Infertility
- Miscarriage, Loss, & Grief
- When You or Your Child Are Given a Diagnosis
- Pregnancy + Postpartum
- Surrogacy
- Parenting + Self Improvement
- Top 10 Episodes of 2024
Connect with the podcast:
- Facebook: Motherhood Intended Community
- Instagram: @motherhood_intended
- Leave a review for the podcast
- Apply to be a guest on the show!
Send us a Text Message with questions, suggestions, or to just say hello!
If you're interested in helping give the absolute greatest gift to deserving intended parents, learn more about becoming a surrogate (and earn up to $650 just for taking the first few simple steps!): share.conceiveabilities.com/hello12
11/20/24 • 64 min
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 a new fertility clinic to eventually pursue IVF.
ALL THE THINGS:
- Motherhood Intended website
- Join our FREE Motherhood Intended Community
- Follow @motherhood_intended on Instagram
- Download a FREE Month-by-Month Guide to Feeling Grounded & Focused on Your Journey to Baby
- Download a FREE Habit & Goal Tracker
- Leave a review for the podcast
- Apply to be a guest on the show!
Send us a Text Message with questions, suggestions, or to just say hello!
If you're interested in helping give the absolute greatest gift to deserving intended parents, learn more about becoming a surrogate (and earn up to $650 just for taking the first few simple steps!): share.conceiveabilities.com/hello12
Surrogacy Update + Sick Kids & Hospital Stays
Motherhood Intended
02/06/23 • 29 min
Jacqueline gives some life updates including their surrogacy journey and her sons being admitted to the hospital with rhinovirus. She talks about having a great partner and knowing your strengths!
Listeners can also look forward to episode 10 coming this week as well! Jacqueline will be interviewing Ruthie Silver who is the host of the Talk Mommy To Me podcast.
Want to connect with like-minded women who are getting real about what it takes to be a mom? Join the Motherhood Intended Community.
In order for the show to produce even more content and provide community support for women in all seasons of motherhood, we need your help! Motherhood Intended would love to be able to provide resources, support groups, courses, and community events in addition to the podcast. So please, consider make a donation to the show. Passing along the podcast and spreading the word helps too! It's time to start talking about mom life behind the typical highlight reel.
Send us a Text Message with questions, suggestions, or to just say hello!
If you're interested in helping give the absolute greatest gift to deserving intended parents, learn more about becoming a surrogate (and earn up to $650 just for taking the first few simple steps!): share.conceiveabilities.com/hello12
3 Simple Self-Care Hacks
Motherhood Intended
03/14/23 • 28 min
Jacqueline shares a quick vent session on what life has been like with her "three-nager" recently, which sparks the topic of simplifying your life when things are busy and overwhelming. She shares three simple self-care hacks that you can implement to streamline your oral health, vitamins, and wardrobe. It's time to level up and make yourself a priority, ladies!
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FAQ
How many episodes does Motherhood Intended have?
Motherhood Intended currently has 106 episodes available.
What topics does Motherhood Intended cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Parenting, Kids & Family, Fertility, Women, Motherhood, Ivf, Infertility, Mental Health, Community, Miscarriage, Podcasts, Education and Kids.
What is the most popular episode on Motherhood Intended?
The episode title 'How to Create a Supportive Space with Feng Shui with Patricia Lohan' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Motherhood Intended?
The average episode length on Motherhood Intended is 44 minutes.
How often are episodes of Motherhood Intended released?
Episodes of Motherhood Intended are typically released every 6 days, 18 hours.
When was the first episode of Motherhood Intended?
The first episode of Motherhood Intended was released on Dec 19, 2022.
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