6: We’re Having a Baby! Our Pregnancy Announcement and First Trimester Reality

In one of our most personal episodes yet, Samantha and Durelle Bailey open up about the moment they found out they were expecting, the emotional rollercoaster of the first trimester, and why pregnancy has been nothing like they imagined. From discovering they were pregnant just before boarding a flight to Japan to navigating exhaustion, nausea, unexpected lifestyle changes, and the reality behind the picture-perfect pregnancy posts online, this is an honest conversation about joy, sacrifice, faith, and the journey into parenthood. They also share how this new season has strengthened their marriage, why having the right partner matters more than ever, what they're most excited about as future parents, and how they're preparing to raise a child with purpose, faith, and intentionality. Whether you're expecting, hoping to become a parent someday, or simply love following their journey, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that some of life's greatest blessings come with challenges you never see coming. KEY POINTS: The emotional moment they found out they were pregnant Why the first trimester was far harder than expected The reality behind pregnancy that no one talks about How Durelle has stepped up as a husband during this season Their thoughts on becoming first-time parents Team Boy vs. Team Girl predictions Raising children with faith and intention Why transparency matters more than perfection QUOTES: "Having a child... adds so much more purpose to your life." – Samantha Bailey "We are pregnant. I'm gonna be a daddy, y'all." – Durelle Bailey "It is the first trimester has been the hardest time of my life physically, mentally, emotionally." – Samantha Bailey "Listen, little child, you are being born into a blessed family." – Durelle Bailey "Pregnancy is very romanticized in that you just think it's going to be like this blissful, beautiful thing." – Samantha Bailey RESOURCES: Follow Samantha: IG:   / samanthacassandra   TikTok:   / samanthacassandra_   Follow Durelle: IG:   / durellebailey   TikTok:   / durellebailey   The Bailey Way is produced by EPYC Media Network