Jenna Bush Hager Heads On Maternity Leave: A Heartfelt Goodbye Jenna Bush Hager Announces Maternity Leave from Today Show

Jenna Bush Hager Heads On Maternity Leave: A Heartfelt Goodbye

Jenna Bush Hager Announces Maternity Leave from Today Show

Hey there, friends. Sometimes life gets so busy that we forget to pause and celebrate the little moments. But today, we’re doing just that with Jenna Bush Hager. Just a couple of months after sharing the exciting news that she’s expecting her third child, Jenna has officially announced her maternity leave from the Today show. This is a big deal, and it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on her journey so far.

A Farewell That Feels Like a Hug

On Friday, August 2, Jenna, the 37-year-old co-host, took to the airwaves for what she called her "last day" on the show before stepping away. Her goodbye wasn’t just a quick wave—it was heartfelt and filled with gratitude. “Today is my last day!” she said with a warm smile. “I want to thank all of you for the last four months. Honestly, I can’t believe it’s been four months, but to share this joy with all of you, with Willie [Geist], with everyone who’s filled in, all of you who have cheered us on as a show and cheered me on personally—it means the world.”

Jenna went on to express how grateful she feels to work in such a supportive environment. “I feel so lucky to be surrounded by people who lift me up every single day,” she added. It’s not every day you hear someone speak so openly about their gratitude, and it really resonated with viewers tuning in.

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    Double the Joy: Jenna and Hoda Share Special Moments

    George Bush’s daughter isn’t the only one celebrating milestones at the moment. Her co-star, Hoda Kotb, is also on maternity leave after adopting her second daughter, Hope, in April. Interestingly, Hoda made a surprise appearance on the same day Jenna announced her departure. “To be able to do this with Hoda, to have this special moment together, creating our show and now these babies—it’s been such a beautiful chapter in both of our lives,” Jenna said, her voice filled with emotion. “We truly appreciate all of you who have supported us through everything.”

    And let’s be honest, isn’t it just so heartwarming to see two women celebrating each other’s growth, both professionally and personally? Jenna even joked about feeling “a little hormonal” but admitted, “It’s a beautiful time in my life, and it’s a beautiful time in Hoda’s life too.”

    Hoda Sends Jenna a Sweet Message

    Hoda, ever the thoughtful friend, sent Jenna a heartfelt video message. “JBH, I hope you have the best maternity leave,” she said in the clip. “You’re going to have so much fun playing with your babies and enjoying every second. I hope you treasure every single moment. You know I’ve been treasuring every second of mine. I can’t wait to come back to work and hang out with you on the set, but for now, take this time to spend with your children and live in the moment.” Can we just take a moment to appreciate how sweet and supportive their friendship is?

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    Jenna and her husband, Henry Hager, already have two adorable daughters: Margaret, 6, and Poppy, 3. When Jenna shared the news of her pregnancy on April 22, she revealed that her kids were among the first to know. “I’m only telling because Mila and Poppy found out yesterday in their Easter baskets,” she joked. “They told the man behind me on the airplane, they told the people at church. Word spreads fast in our household!”

    It’s clear that Jenna is stepping into

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