Her Village
Her Village Podcast
This is the space where real women have real conversations — the ones we don’t always say out loud, but all feel in some way.
Hosted by Jacqueline Baird, this podcast goes beyond surface-level talk and into the stories, struggles, and moments that shape us — in motherhood, relationships, identity, and everything in between.
Through a mix of personal reflections and honest conversations with other women, each episode is designed to leave you feeling seen, understood, and a little less alone… while also giving you new perspective, insight, and the kind of validation you didn’t know you needed.
Because you’re not the only one thinking it.
And you don’t have to figure it out on your own.
Welcome to Her Village.
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Episodes
127 episodes
Life After Infertility: An Honest Update and the Beginning of Her Village
What happens when the season of life that shaped your story begins to change?In this episode, I’m sharing an honest update about the evolution of Your Fertility Village, how my own infertility journey has shifted now that our family is c...
This Is What My Days Look Like Right Now
A real day in the life of a stay-at-home mom in this season of motherhood.What does a real day actually look like in this season of motherhood?In this solo episode, Jacqueline walks you through a true day in the life...
The Part of Infertility No One Warns You About: Your Marriage
Infertility doesn’t just affect your body—it can quietly strain your marriage in ways no one prepares you for.In this solo episode, Jacqueline talks openly about how infertility, IVF, pregnancy loss, and long fertility journeys can impac...
From Egg Freezing to Motherhood: A Full-Circle IVF Story (Single Mom by Choice)
This episode marks a powerful full-circle moment on Motherhood Intended.Three years ago, Alison joined the podcast to share her decision to freeze her eggs in an episode titled “Egg Preservation: A Story of 10 Maybe B...
Egg Preservation: A Story of 10 “Maybe Babies” (Re-Air + Season Finale)
This week on Motherhood Intended, Jacqueline closes out Season 6 with a meaningful re-air of one of the earliest and most impactful episodes from Season 1: “Egg Preservation: A Story of 10 Maybe Babies.”This episod...
Should You Freeze Your Eggs in 2026? What the Latest Data Really Says
As we head into 2026, more women than ever are asking themselves a deeply personal and surprisingly common question: “Should I freeze my eggs?” In today’s solo episode, Jacqueline breaks down everything you need to know about egg freezin...
Re-Air: Boy Moms Talk Gender “Disappointment” + Why This Season Looked Different
This week on Motherhood Intended, Jacqueline opens the episode with an honest reflection on why this season of the podcast has looked different — and why that difference has actually been a gift.In this heartfelt intro, Jacqueli...
Navigating the Holidays When You’re TTC: Triggers, Stress & What Really Impacts Your Cycle
The holidays can be magical — but if you’re trying to conceive, they can also feel incredibly heavy. Between family gatherings, triggering comments, pregnancy announcements, disrupted routines, and the emotional weight of longing for a baby, th...
Understanding AMH, Egg Quality, and Fertility Testing Basics
If you’ve ever stared at your lab results and thought, “Wait… is this good or bad?” — this episode is for you.Today, Jacqueline breaks down the most common (and most confusing) parts of fertility testing in simple, empowering la...
Our Honest Experience With ABA Therapy: What’s Helping Our Son & Our Family
In this heartfelt episode, Jacqueline is joined by her husband, Josh, to talk openly about something that’s become a major part of their family’s life lately: ABA therapy. After their oldest son was diagnosed with level 1 autism and ADHD at ...
Holding the Mother: How One Mom Found Healing After Her Son’s Heart Journey
When motherhood takes an unexpected turn, where do you find the strength to keep going?In this emotional and powerful episode, host Jacqueline Baird sits down with Kath Hansen—a Brisbane mom of four, founder of the baby bra...
Is It Okay to Be Angry at Your Body? Yes — and Here’s How to Start Healing
What if your anger toward your body isn’t something to hide — but a sign that it’s finally time to start healing?If you’ve ever felt angry at your body — for not doing what you hoped it would, for betraying your trust, or for maki...
Understanding Fertility Coverage And Finding Support Through Insurance And Your Partner
Insurance and infertility are two words that rarely bring comfort, but understanding how to navigate your coverage can change everything about your experience.In this episode of Motherhood Intended, Jacqueline shares her best guidance fo...
Forever Carried — Honoring Pregnancy and Infant Loss
October can be a heavy month for many mothers. It’s a time to honor the babies who never made it earthside and the women who continue to carry their memories with love and courage.In this episode of Motherhood Intended, Jacqueline opens ...
Making Informed Choices in Pregnancy with Dr. Dallas Reed
Pregnancy comes with a lot of choices. A clear plan for information and advocacy can turn overwhelm into confidence at every step.In this episode of Motherhood Intended, Jacqueline welcomes Dr. Dallas Reed to unpack the essentials of pre...
Self-Advocacy in Infertility and Motherhood: Navigating Doctor's Appointments and Care
Have you ever left a doctor's appointment feeling unheard, overwhelmed, or with more questions than answers? You're not alone. Self-advocacy is a skill many of us weren't taught but desperately need, especially when navigating fert...
Parenting After Infertility and Why Gratitude Alone Is Not Enough
You fought so hard to become a mom, but why doesn’t every moment feel magical? Parenting after infertility comes with hidden challenges that most people never talk about.In this episode of Motherhood Intended, Jacqueline opens up about t...
How One Woman’s Surrogacy Journey Became a Book for Moms Everywhere
When your path to motherhood doesn’t go as planned, how do you rewrite the story? For Dr. Andrea Ali-Panzarella, that answer came through surrogacy, and a book that changed everything.In this episode of Motherhood Intended, host...
BONUS: Summertime...& When Everyone Else Is Pregnant… And You’re Not
In this vulnerable bonus episode, Jacqueline opens up about the emotional toll of navigating infertility during a season filled with pregnancy announcements, baby showers, and growing bumps everywhere you turn. If you’ve ever felt left out, beh...
BONUS: Family Building Options After Infertility and How I Knew Our Family Was Complete After Years of Fertility Challenges
In this episode, Jacqueline opens up about her entire journey to motherhood, from hopeful beginnings and unexpected infertility, to devastating losses, NICU stays, IVF, and eventually surrogacy. She vulnerably shares the highs, lows, and in-bet...
BONUS: How to Cope When Nothing Seems to Be Happening (When You're Trying To Get Pregnant)
In this deeply compassionate episode of Motherhood Intended, Jacqueline opens up about the emotional toll of the “waiting season” during the fertility journey. Whether you’re waiting for test results, a cycle to begin, or answers that ...
The Village We All Deserve: A New Chapter in Infertility and TTC Support
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 he...
Why Baby Bonding Matters More Than Baby Gear with Dr. Joanna Parga-Belinkie
In this episode, Jacqueline sits down with Dr. Joanna Parga-Belinkie, a neonatologist and AAP spokesperson, to explore what truly builds a strong foundation between parents and their newborns. From NICU realities to bonding after surrogacy, thi...
Parenting Multiple Kids While Pregnant With a Heart-Defect Diagnosis With Betsy Goldbeck
In today's episode, Jacqueline sits down with Betsy Goldbeck, a mom of four, to share the emotional and complex journey of her son Aiden, born with a serious heart defect. From an unexpected diagnosis mid-pregnancy to a traumatic birth and mult...
Working Mom Life From Corporate to Entrepreneur: How Evonne Roman Built Sweet Gear
In this episode of Motherhood Intended, Jacqueline chats with Evonne Roman who is a single mom, entrepreneur, and the founder of Sweet Gear about the transformative journey from corporate life to creative independence. Evonne ...