In this episode of Mommy Wood, host Emily speaks with Jackie Volney, an actress, singer, and entrepreneur, about her journey through motherhood, pregnancy, and the challenges of balancing family life with a career. Jackie shares her experiences of moving from New York City to Austin while pregnant with her second child, the importance of community support for mothers, and how she navigates her entrepreneurial journey with her Amazon business, SolaWell. The conversation delves into the emotional aspects of motherhood, the significance of trusting one's intuition, and the excitement of preparing for a new addition to the family. Jackie reflects on her identity as a mother and the creative outlets she pursues, emphasizing the importance of finding a rhythm in a new environment.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mommy Wood and Jackie Volney

02:49 Navigating Pregnancy and Motherhood

05:54 The Move to Austin: A New Chapter

08:43 Balancing Career and Family Life

11:48 The Journey of Entrepreneurship

14:57 Finding Creative Outlets as a Mom

17:50 The Importance of Community and Support

20:47 Preparing for Baby Number Two

23:39 Reflections on Motherhood and Intuition

26:56 The Impact of Motherhood on Identity

29:54 Closing Thoughts and Future Aspirations

Takeaways

Jackie shares her experience of moving to Austin while pregnant.

The importance of community support for new mothers is emphasized.

Jackie discusses the challenges of balancing motherhood and career.

She highlights the significance of trusting one's intuition as a parent.

The conversation touches on the entrepreneurial journey during the pandemic.

Jackie reflects on the differences between her first and second pregnancies.

The role of creativity in motherhood is explored.

Jackie talks about the importance of finding a rhythm in a new environment.

The discussion includes the emotional aspects of preparing for a second child.

Jackie expresses excitement about the bond between her daughters.