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.

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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 unexplained infertility, multiple miscarriages, and the loss of a child due to a placental abruption. Following the advice of her doctor, Jacqueline explores the challenges of finding a gestational surrogate through an agency, including complex medical and personal considerations such as BMI, recent childbirth history, and geographic location. Despite initial setbacks, Jacqueline and her husband decide to keep their options open by working with an agency while also searching for an independent surrogate.

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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 miscarriages and premature delivery. Jacqueline emphasizes the importance of resilience, therapy, and the power of pausing to heal, offering an intimate look at the challenges and triumphs of motherhood and infertility.

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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.

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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. With frankness, wit, and a lot of love, they offer insights and encouragement for anyone navigating the complexities of motherhood.

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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 professional life, discussing her journey through IVF, surrogacy, and motherhood. Jacqueline emphasizes the need for self-care, authenticity, and focusing on joy and growth while navigating life's challenges. She concludes the episode by encouraging listeners to be proud of their journey and to look forward to more insightful content in future episodes.

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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 with goal mapping and invites listeners to join her community on Facebook for support.

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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 community, and managing the holiday season. Jacqueline reassures listeners with heartfelt support and shares the wisdom gained from her own journey, aiming to provide peace and confidence to those on the path to motherhood.

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Building a KIND Community: Understanding Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences

In 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 emotional and practical aspects of parenting neurodiverse children, emphasizing the importance of early intervention, community support, and acceptance. Kari shares her transition from financial consultant to special needs advocate, inspired by her son Brady's journey. Listeners gain valuable insights into creating supportive environments, addressing emotional struggles, and the significance of joining support groups. The episode is a heartfelt call to action for parents to seek understanding and connection, highlighting resources and the need for open conversations around neurodiversity.

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Finding KIND: Discovering Hope and Purpose While Loving Kids With Neurological Differences

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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 their ongoing efforts to adapt and provide support tailored to their son's needs. The episode sets the stage for an upcoming discussion with Kari Baker, founder of Kind Families, for further exploration into neurodivergence in children. This intimate conversation offers a window into the daily lives of parents navigating the complexities of raising a child with invisible neurological differences.

Disclaimer: the first half of this episode unfortunately has some audio quality issues thanks to a very tired mom and a mishap with technology... IYKYK.

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A PARENT'S GUIDE TO AUTISM

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