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 — from the moment she wakes up to when the house finally goes quiet at night. Not the highlight reel. Not the optimized routine. Just the honest rhythm of life right now as a stay-at-home mom of three, balancing motherhood, mental load, and creative work.

Jacqueline shares what mornings look like getting two kids out the door for school, how her days shift depending on whether her toddler is home with her or at her school program, and how her work as a podcaster happens in small pockets of quiet time. She talks about the invisible labor of motherhood, the constant emotional regulation, and the tension between being present with your kids while still wanting space for your own purpose.

This episode is for any mom who feels like her days are full but invisible, meaningful but hard to quantify — and who needs the reminder that showing up counts, even when there’s no checklist to prove it.

In this episode, we talk about:

A real day in the life of a stay-at-home mom
Managing the mental load of motherhood
Parenting multiple kids in different stages
Working and creating during naps and school hours
After-school chaos, activities, and evening routines
Why some seasons of motherhood are about maintenance, not growth
Letting go of productivity pressure in motherhood

✨ Reflection prompt:
What does your day actually require of you — emotionally, mentally, and physically?

🔗 Connect + Resources Mentioned

Get on the email list
Follow on Instagram
Join the Motherhood Intended Podcast Community on Facebook
Become a member of Your Fertility Village
Check out Beddy’s and see how much they’ve simplified morning routines and bedtime in this season of life!

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 💛

__________________________________________________________________________________