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. traditional, compensated vs. altruistic), and details the importance of professional guidance. The discussion also covers the legal aspects, the selection requirements for surrogates, and the dynamics between surrogates and intended parents.

Jacqueline emphasizes the emotional and logistical challenges of surrogacy, shares personal experiences, and offers advice for those considering surrogacy, recommending ConceivAbilities as an agency. She also delves into the relationship with their surrogate postpartum, sharing how they maintained contact and how the relationship has evolved over time. The mutual benefits and emotional connections that are formed are discussed, highlighting the significance of gratitude and ongoing connection through social media.

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00:00 Introduction + Lorelei is 9 Months Old!
01:05 Understanding Surrogacy Basics
01:58 Types of Surrogacy Explained
02:48 Jacqueline's Personal Surrogacy Journey
06:15 Legal Aspects of Surrogacy
07:59 Choosing the Right Surrogate
14:43 Surrogate Compensation and Relationship
17:54 Post-Birth Relationship and Reflections
23:26 Final Thoughts and Resources

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https://www.conceiveabilities.com/

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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 show to have a little chit-chat! Different topics are touched on each week, but the hope is to balance out the sometimes heaviness of the of the show with some lighter topics and banter.

On the first segment of the Village Chat, Jacqueline is joined by her husband, Josh, to discuss their goals and habits for the new year. They talk about their new Big A## Calendar, organizing their schedules, and setting realistic daily habits. They share their plans to read more, prioritize health, and implement better daily routines. The episode focuses on setting processes rather than just goals and emphasizes the importance of being intentional about time management and family priorities.

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00:00 Welcome to the Village Chat

00:54 Introducing the Big Ass Calendar

04:38 Setting New Year Habits

05:37 Daily Structure and Health Goals

13:21 Reading and Night Routines

16:49 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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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 Motherhood Intended Podcast, Jacqueline welcomes onto the show Wendy Gossett, a parenting and relationship coach, author, and host of the Not So Normal Parenting Podcast. Wendy discusses the significance of understanding children's unique temperaments to tailor parenting effectively. She shares insights on using brain mapping and temperament testing to identify individual strengths and challenges in children. Wendy emphasizes the impact of realistic expectations and personalized parenting on fostering better parent-child relationships. She also explains how understanding and leveraging these temperaments can help in family dynamics, sibling interactions, and even in resolving conflicts more empathetically.

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Shift from reaction to understanding, smoothing the rough edges for a more connected and harmonious home...
--> Connect with Wendy and find all of her resources HERE!

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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