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.
Episodes
96 episodes
Transforming Bedtime with 'Olea the Magical Sleep Fairy'
In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Amy Wiebe, a mother and the creator of 'Olea the Magical Sleep Fairy.' Amy details her innovative approach to solving children's bedtime issues, combining story magic with the science of human design. Sh...
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Season 4
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Episode 94
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30:49
The Village Chat: Sisters Talk Age Gaps Between Siblings
In this episode of Motherhood Intended, Jacqueline is joined by her sister, Megan, for another Village Chat! Together they delve into the topic of age gaps between siblings and share their personal experiences discussing the pros and cons of ha...
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Season 4
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Episode 93
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23:39
Mercier Therapy and Fertility: Angela's Journey
In this episode, Jacqueline welcomes back Angela LeBlanc, a pelvic floor physical therapist, who returns to share insights on the interconnectedness of physical, mental, and emotional health, focusing particularly on Mercier Therapy. Angela dis...
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Season 4
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Episode 92
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55:53
The Village Chat: Decluttering & Meal Planning with Megan
Parenting Hacks to Simplify and De-Stress Your LifeIn this episode of Motherhood Intended, Jacqueline welcomes her sister Megan to The Village Chat as they discuss practical strategies to simplify parenting and household management. They...
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Season 4
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Episode 91
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32:09
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy: What Every Woman Should Know
Pelvic Floor Health: An In-Depth Talk with Dr. Angela LeBlanc, DPT, PTIn this episode, Jacqueline welcomes her cousin Angela, a pelvic floor physical therapist, to discuss the crucial topic of pelvic floor health. Angela explains how the...
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Season 4
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Episode 90
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58:30
Post Surrogacy Reflections and FAQs
In this episode, Jacqueline reflects on the last nine months following the birth of their daughter, Lorelei, through a gestational carrier. She answers common questions about the process, explains different types of surrogacy (gestational vs. t...
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Season 4
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Episode 89
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26:25
The Village Chat: Creating Habits for an Intentional Year
NEW YEAR, NEW EPISODES!A new segment of Motherhood Intended has been added! It's called 'The Village Chat' and it's a shorter weekly episode where Jacqueline welcomes someone from her village (family, friends, local moms, etc.) onto the sho...
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Season 4
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Episode 88
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19:36
Elevating Your Parenting: The Power of Understanding Temperament
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Happy Season 5! Happy 2 Year Podcast Anniversary! Happy Birthday to your host, Jacqueline Baird! The podcast is back after a brief end-of-year hiatus and there is a lot to celebrate...To kick off a new season of the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 87
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51:12
Infertility and the Holidays: Tips for Emotional Well-being
In this bonus episode, Jacqueline provides support and advice for individuals facing infertility during the holiday season. Acknowledging that holidays can be a challenging time for one in six couples dealing with infertility, she offers tips o...
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Season 4
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Episode 86
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9:15
Rare Diagnosis, Real Courage: Casey's Story of Love, Loss, and Denys-Drash Syndrome
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, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 85
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1:18:39
*Re-Release* When Your Body Has Had Enough
Jacqueline re-shares her fertility journey including the exploration of other safe family building options like surrogacy. In this episode, she shares her family's journey into surrogacy after experiencing multiple hardships including unexplain...
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Season 4
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Episode 84
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1:15:44
*Re-Release* IVF, Boys, NICU, Surgeries, Stillbirth: Jacqueline's Story (Part 2)
Jacqueline re-shares more of her fertility story including the miraculous births of her sons! In this episode she discusses IVF, the NICU, surgeries, hospital stays, a stillbirth and dealing with the emotional and physical challenges of miscarr...
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Season 4
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Episode 83
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1:39:22
*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 fertilit...
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Season 4
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Episode 82
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1:04:51
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, a...
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Season 4
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Episode 81
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1:26:50
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 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 80
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25:12
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...
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Season 4
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Episode 79
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22:15
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, in...
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Season 4
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Episode 78
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32:02
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...
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Season 4
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Episode 77
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1:00:07
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 journ...
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Season 4
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Episode 76
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54:00
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 traine...
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Season 4
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Episode 75
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1:02:01
PCOS and Infertility: Colleen’s Empowering Journey to Motherhood
In this heartfelt episode, Jacqueline starts off by sharing the deeply personal story behind the inception of her podcast 'Motherhood Intended,' following the loss of her daughter Maren. Through her grief, Jacqueline found strength and inspirat...
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Season 4
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Episode 74
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49:25
A Doula's Guide to Crafting the Perfect Birth Plan
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 heal...
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Season 4
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Episode 73
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40:58
Navigating Toddler Sleep Challenges with Expert Aly Dabbs
Mastering Toddler Sleep: Strategies for Exhausted MomsIn this episode, Jacqueline welcomes Aly Dabbs, a certified sleep consultant and founder of Restful Baby, who shares her expertise on toddler sleep. Aly discusses her journey into sle...
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Season 4
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Episode 72
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35:40
Type 1 Diabetes and Surrogacy: Victoria’s Story
Join Jacqueline as she kicks off Season 4 of the 'Motherhood Intended' podcast! On this episode she welcomes her guest, Victoria Fritz, who shares her journey to motherhood via surrogacy after an unexpected diagnosis of type 1 diabetes. Victori...
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Season 4
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Episode 71
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54:45
Fall Prep: Tips to Streamline Your Routine
In this bonus episode, Jacqueline shares her personal strategies to make life easier during the chaotic back-to-school season. Covering meal prepping with healthier choices, organizing kids' clothes for smooth mornings, and using services like ...
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Season 4
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Episode 70
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37:31