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. Connect with Her Village: Instagram: @motherhood_intended Join the email list: hervillage.kit.com/naperville

Her Village is a society podcast hosted by Jacqueline Baird, with 140 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jacqueline Baird hosts Her Village, a society show with 140 episodes published.

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  Episode #139

  EP 139: Who Are Your Friends When No One Is Assigning Them to You?

  Sep 2, 202628 min

  Remember when making friends was just… built into life? You met on the playground. Sat next to each other in class. Played on the same team. Lived down the hall in college. Or, in Jacqueline’s case, essentially paid for your friends by joining a sorority. Then adulthood happens—and suddenly, no one is assigning you friends anymore. In this solo episode, Jacqueline explores why adult friendship feels so different, especially in motherhood. It’s not necessarily that we’ve forgotten how to make friends. It’s that the structure that once made friendship happen naturally—proximity, repetition, and shared experiences—has disappeared. She talks about friendships changing as our lives change, the difference between mom friends and friendships that feel like they’re truly yours, why one great conversation usually isn’t enough to build a real connection, and why sometimes we have to be willing to go first. Jacqueline also shares how this realization has shaped Her Village and the upcoming Her Village membership: creating consistent opportunities for women to get out of the house, explore Naperville, see the same faces again, and give new friendships somewhere to actually grow. Because maybe we don't need to magically find a new best friend. Maybe we just need a place to keep showing up. In this episode: • Why making friends felt easier when we were younger • How adult life removes the built-in structure for friendship • Why proximity + repetition + shared experiences matter • The difference between having friends and still craving more connection • Making friends through motherhood—and wanting relationships that are yours, too • Why somebody eventually has to send the “When are you free?” text • What Jacqueline is really building with Her Village • Why consistency is at the heart of the upcoming membership • Giving friendship somewhere to grow If someone came to mind while you were listening, send her this episode—and maybe send the second text, too: “When are you free?” Support the show __________________________________________________________________________________ Her Village is more than a podcast—it’s a space for real connection, honest conversations, and meaningful friendships in the places we live. If you want to go deeper and stay connected beyond the podcast, you can join us here: joinhervillage.co __________________________________________________________________________________

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  Episode #138

  EP 138: More Than the Caregiver — Raising Neurodivergent Kids & Finding Yourself Again with Susanna Peace Lovell

  Aug 26, 20261h 3m

  Motherhood has a way of rewriting the plans we were so sure we had figured out. For Susanna Peace Lovell, that meant becoming a mother to her daughter, Arizona, who is neurodivergent and has autism, ADHD, anxiety, and significant allergies. For Jacqueline, it meant infertility, loss, a 24-week premature birth, a four-month NICU stay, and eventually learning that her oldest son has autism and ADHD, and her younger son also has ADHD and sensory processing disorder. In this deeply personal conversation, Jacqueline and Susanna talk about what happens when motherhood looks nothing like the version you imagined—and how you learn to find yourself within it. They open up about receiving a child's diagnosis, the instinct to immediately jump into "fix it" mode, the fear of what the world will think of your child, and the invisible mental load of raising a child with additional needs. They also talk about something caregivers don't hear nearly enough: you are allowed to have needs, joy, interests, dreams, and an identity outside of caring for everyone else. Susanna shares the importance of compassion—for our children, for other mothers, and especially for ourselves—and why finding people who simply get it can change everything. In this episode: When motherhood doesn't look the way you imagined Processing an autism or ADHD diagnosis The invisible work of parenting a neurodivergent child Why gratitude and overwhelm can exist at the same time Letting go of the pressure to "fix" everything What other people don't understand about raising a child with additional needs Building a village when you can't do it alone Rediscovering joy and identity outside of caregiving What Susanna would tell a mom who just received her child's diagnosis Why your child is still the exact same child they were before the label Susanna also shares her work with We Are Brave Together , a community supporting the mental health and wellness of caregiving moms, and the anthology Suddenly Brave Together , featuring letters from experienced caregiving mothers to moms who are just beginning this journey. If you've ever wondered where you went while taking care of everyone else—or you're navigating a motherhood story you never saw coming—this conversation is for you. Connect with Susanna: SusannaPeaceLovell.com Instagram: @mamapeace Learn more about We Are Brave Together: WeAreBraveTogether.org Support the show __________________________________________________________________________________ Her Village is more than a podcast—it’s a space for real connection, honest conversations, and meaningful friendships in the places we live. If you want to go deeper and stay connected beyond the podcast, you can join us here: joinhervillage.co __________________________________________________________________________________

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  Episode #137

  EP 137: The Kids Are Back to School… What About Us?

  Aug 19, 202632 min

  A Her Village Solo Episode ️ The backpacks are packed, the school supplies are labeled, and the kids are settling back into their routines. But once we’ve gotten everyone else where they need to be… what about us? In this solo episode, I’m talking about the back-to-school season as more than just a reset for our kids. It can be a reset for us, too. Not in a reinvent your entire life now that the kids are in school kind of way. But as an opportunity to check in with ourselves and ask: What do I want this next season to feel like? We’re talking about the routines we want to come back to, the things we may be ready to let go of, the parts of ourselves that have gotten pushed aside, and how to make a little more room for what fills us up. Because motherhood has a way of dividing life into seasons—and sometimes a new season is exactly the invitation we need to reconnect with ourselves. In this episode: Why back-to-school can feel like a fresh start for moms, too The difference between adding more to our plates and making intentional changes Taking inventory of what worked (and what didn’t) this summer Reconnecting with the parts of ourselves that exist outside of motherhood Thinking about how we actually want this next season to feel Starting small instead of trying to overhaul everything at once And if connection is one of the things you’re craving in this season, that’s exactly why I’m building Her Village —a place for women to connect with themselves, each other, and their local community, both through these conversations and in real life. Hit play, take a walk, pour another cup of coffee, and spend a little time thinking about what you want from this next season. I’ll be right here when you come back to hit play. Support the show __________________________________________________________________________________ Her Village is more than a podcast—it’s a space for real connection, honest conversations, and meaningful friendships in the places we live. If you want to go deeper and stay connected beyond the podcast, you can join us here: joinhervillage.co __________________________________________________________________________________

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  Episode #135

  EP 135: Maybe You Did Better Than You Think

  Aug 5, 202620 min

  As summer winds down and back-to-school season approaches, it's easy to look back and wonder... Did I do enough? Did we make enough memories? Did my kids have the summer they deserved? Did I somehow miss the mark? If you've been carrying those thoughts, this episode is for you. In today's solo episode, Jacqueline shares an honest reflection on the pressure moms often put on themselves during the summer—from trying to create magical memories to balancing work, childcare, businesses, and everything in between. Whether you're a working mom, a stay-at-home mom, or somewhere in the middle, this conversation is a reminder that your worth isn't measured by Pinterest-worthy adventures or perfectly planned summers. Your kids don't need a perfect summer. They need you. In this episode, we'll talk about: Why moms feel so much pressure to "win" summer The comparison trap of social media Why working moms and stay-at-home moms are both carrying invisible loads How to redefine what a "successful" summer really looks like Why back-to-school can be a fresh start for moms, too How creating community for yourself is just as important as creating memories for your kids If this conversation encouraged you, I'd love for you to share it with another woman who may need to hear these words today. ✨ Learn more about Her Village or join our email community at joinhervillage.co Local to the Naperville area? We'd love to have you at an upcoming Her Village gathering! If you're enjoying the Her Village Podcast, leaving a rating and review is one of the best ways to help more women discover these conversations. Thank you for being here. I'm so grateful you're part of this village. Support the show __________________________________________________________________________________ Her Village is more than a podcast—it’s a space for real connection, honest conversations, and meaningful friendships in the places we live. If you want to go deeper and stay connected beyond the podcast, you can join us here: joinhervillage.co __________________________________________________________________________________

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  Episode #133

  EP 133: What I Learned About Friendship After Starting Her Village

  Jul 22, 202618 min

  When I started Her Village, I thought I was creating a place where women could make new friends. What I didn't expect was what those first few months would teach me—not just about friendship, but about belonging. In this solo episode, I'm sharing some of the biggest lessons I've learned while building this community from the ground up. From women nervously walking into events alone to conversations that linger long after the official end time, I've realized that what so many of us are searching for isn't simply more friends—it's a place where we can show up as ourselves and feel genuinely connected. If you've ever wondered why making friends as an adult feels so different, or if you've found yourself craving deeper connection in this season of life, this episode is for you. In this episode, I share: Why I realized women aren't just looking for more friends—they're looking for belonging. What surprised me most after hosting Her Village events. The biggest misconception about adult friendship. Why meaningful connection takes intention in this stage of life. Small, brave steps you can take to begin building your own village. Whether you're navigating motherhood, a new city, a career change, or simply a season where life feels a little lonely or disconnected, I hope this conversation reminds you that you're not the only one looking for your people. And maybe… your village starts with one conversation, one invitation, or one courageous "yes." Connect with Her Village If you're local to the Chicago suburbs and looking for meaningful connection with other women, I'd love to welcome you to an upcoming Her Village gathering. Learn more at joinhervillage.co Follow along on Instagram: @hervillagehq Support the show __________________________________________________________________________________ If you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend or leaving a review. These conversations help more women feel seen, supported, and a little less alone. Her Village is more than a podcast—it’s a space for real connection, honest conversations, and meaningful friendships in the places we live. If you want to go deeper and stay connected beyond the podcast, you can join us here: joinhervillage.co __________________________________________________________________________________

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