Ep 189: Motherhood and Swimsuit Modeling feat. Katie Austin
Ep 189: Motherhood and Swimsuit Modeling feat. Katie Austin  
Podcast: Probably a Podcast
Published On: Wed Apr 15 2026
Description: *Trigger warning: Pregnancy and miscarriage are discussed throughout this episode. Please skip if these are sensitive topics for you! ♥️* A guest you know and love, Katie Austin is back! Shannon and Katie reminisce on their journey from a tequila-filled 2021 to becoming mothers! Katie shares why she announced her pregnancy when she did, and the symptoms she's experienced so far. Shannon discusses her love for motherhood and the balance of work, mom, and social life. Katie shares how she leaned on friends and socializing throughout her pregnancy, the exciting announcement at her Sports Illustrated photoshoot, and the years of work it took her to get there. They discuss their anxiety about miscarriage and the negativity from the "just wait"-ers. Hear how Shannon and Katie's lives, bodies and priorities have changed throughout pregnancy and motherhood, and take a tequila shot for Katie this week. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Welcome Back Reunion 00:33 Tequila Era Flashback 02:11 Pregnancy Talk Takes Over 04:47 First Trimester Struggles 06:57 Postpartum Positivity Mindset 10:59 Keeping Life After Baby 13:14 Stagecoach Mom Moment 16:16 Gender Reveal Tease 18:14 Sports Illustrated Journey 21:55 Pregnant SI Shoot Secrets 26:19 Body Image While Pregnant 30:08 Awkward Bump Phase 31:36 MJ Day Appreciation 33:45 Real Friendships Not Content 35:41 On Set With MJ Day 36:38 New Mom Hormone Tears 37:13 Dog Guilt And Backlash 40:25 Telling Mom And Bestie 44:09 Denise Crashes The Shoot 49:54 Pregnancy Talk Etiquette 53:16 Voice Notes On Fast Speed 57:53 First Trimester Survival 01:01:01 Respect For Working Moms 01:02:52 SI Issue And Goodbye LINKS: Follow Shannon: https://instagram.com/probablyshannon/ Shannon’s tour dates: https://punchup.live/shannonmiddleton Follow Katie: https://www.instagram.com/katieaustin/ Follow Producer Courtney: https://instagram.com/whatsacourtney/ Follow Probably A Podcast: https://instagram.com/probablyapodcast/ Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/probablyshannonford Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices