On April 22, during an episode of the popular morning show "Today," Jenna Bush Hager made a delightful announcement to her millions of fans: she's expecting her third child. As the news broke, Jenna's co-host, Hoda Kotb, who was already in the know, couldn’t contain her excitement. "Oh my God, I’m so happy!" exclaimed Hoda, 54, beaming with joy for her 37-year-old colleague.
Jenna, ever the thoughtful friend, replied warmly, "Well, we miss you." She was referring to Hoda's current leave, a well-deserved break to bond with her newborn, Hope Catherine Kotb. Jenna added, "You know what that newborn baby fog is like. So I can’t wait, even though I’m a little scared." It was a candid moment that resonated with parents everywhere.
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As the mother of two vibrant children—Margaret, 6, and Poppy, 3—Jenna has plenty of parenting experience under her belt. But Hoda was quick to assure her that there's nothing to fear. "Jenna, first of all, you’re amazing," Hoda declared with heartfelt admiration. She recalled the moment Jenna shared her pregnancy news, a revelation that came amid discussions about adoption. "When you told me you were pregnant, I still remember because … we were wondering about adoption issues, but listening to you, I was praying," Hoda shared.
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Hoda went on to describe how she held onto Jenna's secret with excitement and anticipation. "You said, ‘Oh, Hoda, I feel so bad.’ I said, ‘Please don’t!’ I was literally kind of holding onto a little secret and look at us, now it’s all out in the open," she said, her voice brimming with joy.
Jenna’s Guilt and Her Mother’s Wisdom
Jenna admitted that when she shared her news with Hoda, she felt a pang of guilt. Knowing her dear friend had battled infertility in the past, Jenna reached out to her mom for guidance. "When I had that conversation with Hoda, because I knew she wanted this baby, I called my mom," Jenna recounted. It was a touching moment, one that highlighted the depth of their friendship.
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During their heartfelt chat, Jenna revealed how her mom helped her process her emotions. "I said, 'Barbara' — who just got married — 'and Hoda, they want these babies, and I have this guilt,'" she shared. Jenna's mom offered sage advice: "Everybody gets their babies when they’re supposed to." It was a comforting reminder that timing is everything in life.
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Gratitude and Support Amidst the Joy
Jenna expressed her immense gratitude for her blessings. "I don’t take this lightly. I know how blessed and lucky I am," she admitted. "It’s an amazing gift." Her words were filled with humility and appreciation. She concluded by thanking Hoda for her unwavering love and support. "So Hoda, thank you for your love and happiness and support — and give that baby a kiss," Jenna said with heartfelt sincerity.
