Doing it All(ish)

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Doing It All(ish) is the honest conversation you’ve been craving—the one that lives somewhere between feeding schedules and team meetings, toddler tantrums and business wins. Hosted by longtime friends Christina Buchanan (@christinacbuchanan) and Morgan Berliner (@eat.talk.grow), this show is your permission slip to embrace the “ish.” We’re talking about real life in the trenches of early motherhood, entrepreneurship, marriage, mental health, and the everyday magic (and chaos) in between. From speech and feeding tips to fertility, from postpartum anxiety to Pure Barre, we’re showing up—sometimes messy, always honest—so you can feel a little more seen, a little more supported, and a whole lot less alone. New episodes weekly. Grab your coffee, throw in a load of laundry, and let’s figure it out together.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    The Postpartum Injury No One Talks About – Pelvic Organ Prolapse + NYC Mom Life (with Leighanne McGill Jacobs)

    In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with one of my closest friends, Leighanne McGill Jacobs — a physician assistant in aesthetics/dermatology and a new-ish mom raising a toddler in New York City. From the outside, Leighanne’s life looked totally normal: demanding career, motherhood, doing it all. But behind the scenes, she was quietly navigating an invisible postpartum injury — pelvic organ prolapse — and the emotional, physical, and logistical reality that came with it. We talk about: What pelvic organ prolapse can actually feel like (and the signs Leighanne noticed) Why it can be missed for months postpartum when you’re in pure survival mode Getting diagnosed in NYC, deciding between treatment options, and what surgery + recovery really looked like The unexpected “post-surgery blues” and how common it is Motherhood logistics in Manhattan: strollers, stairs, subways, snow, and no car seat life How becoming a mom reshaped her ambition, boundaries, and workout mindset What support actually helped most (and why “help” doesn’t have to look one specific way) Lightning round: NYC mom hacks, skin product recs, and her best boundaries right now If you’ve ever felt like your body was “off” postpartum but you couldn’t explain it… or you’ve been pushing through something quietly because you have no choice — this episode will make you feel a lot less alone. Follow Leighanne: https://www.instagram.com/skinin.thegame/  ✨ Subscribe so you never miss an episode—and if you can take a minute to leave us a review, we’ll be forever grateful! ✨ Connect with us: Christina: https://www.instagram.com/christinacbuchanan/?igsh=eGZvejNmY3VkdmY3#  Morgan https://www.instagram.com/eat.talk.grow/?igsh=MXc4bHh6dXkwcXJ3OQ%3D%3D#

    40 min

  2. 3 FEB

    Why Mom Friends Matter More Than Ever (And How to Find Yours)

    Motherhood can feel isolating… even when you’re never technically alone. In this episode, we’re talking all things mom friendships — how they shift after babies, why they’re harder to build than anyone warns you about, and how to actually maintain them in the chaos of real life. We cover: Why mom friends matter (more than we admit) How friendships change from baby #1 to baby #2 (and beyond) The underrated power of the “walk date” Making friends at the gym, school, activities… and yes, even through DMs A simple “recurring plan” hack that keeps friendships alive Why friendships naturally ebb and flow — and how to let that be okay If you’ve ever thought, “Why does this feel so awkward?” or “I just want one friend who gets it,” this one’s for you. ✨ Subscribe so you never miss an episode—and if you can take a minute to leave us a review, we’ll be forever grateful! ✨ Connect with us: Christina: https://www.instagram.com/christinacbuchanan/?igsh=eGZvejNmY3VkdmY3#  Morgan https://www.instagram.com/eat.talk.grow/?igsh=MXc4bHh6dXkwcXJ3OQ%3D%3D#

    27 min

  3. 27 JAN

    The Mental Load No One Talks About – Nervous System, Boundaries & Help for Working Moms Who Are Doing It All

    What does it really take to “do it all” as a working mom — and why does it feel so heavy? In this episode of Doing It All(ish), we sit down with Emily Ju, nervous system coach, mentor to high-achieving women, podcast host of Be That Girl, and Amazon bestselling author, to unpack the mental load, invisible labor, and nervous system stress that so many working moms are carrying behind the scenes. We talk honestly about: Why “work-life balance” isn’t real — and what actually works instead How nervous system regulation impacts decision-making, boundaries, and burnout The guilt, pressure, and expectations moms silently carry every day What it really looks like to get help at home (childcare, delegation, systems) Why being busy isn’t a badge of honor — and how to opt out of chaos How modeling regulation builds resilient kids and healthier families Emily shares real examples from her life as a mom of four and from the women she coaches — doctors, business owners, executives, creatives — who are navigating motherhood, ambition, and overwhelm at the same time. If you’re a working mom who feels like you’re constantly juggling schedules, emotions, expectations, and everyone else’s needs — this episode will help you feel seen, grounded, and less alone. 🎧 Listen in for a powerful reminder: you’re not failing — you’re carrying a lot. ✨ Connect with Emily: Instagram Podcast Book Peak Performance Book: https://a.co/d/7NUJrrf ✨ Subscribe so you never miss an episode—and if you can take a minute to leave us a review, we’ll be forever grateful! ✨ Connect with us: Christina: https://www.instagram.com/christinacbuchanan/?igsh=eGZvejNmY3VkdmY3#  Morgan https://www.instagram.com/eat.talk.grow/?igsh=MXc4bHh6dXkwcXJ3OQ%3D%3D#

    50 min

  4. 20 JAN

    Postpartum Psychosis – Emily’s Story, Early Warning Signs, Misdiagnosis, and How to Support New Mothers

    Postpartum psychosis is rare—but when it happens, it is a medical emergency that far too many families don’t recognize until crisis hits. In this powerful episode of Doing It All(ish), we sit down with Emily, a mom of two, to share her firsthand experience with postpartum psychosis after the birth of her first daughter. With no prior mental health history or risk factors, Emily walks us through the subtle early warning signs, rapid escalation, ER admission, involuntary commitment, misdiagnosis, and the critical role family advocacy played in her survival and recovery. We discuss: What postpartum psychosis actually is (and how it differs from postpartum depression and anxiety) Early warning signs partners and families should never ignore How sleep deprivation and hormonal shifts can trigger a break from reality Why postpartum psychosis is often misdiagnosed What happens during involuntary psychiatric hospitalization The importance of perinatal-specific mental health care How loved ones can support someone experiencing postpartum psychosis Why sharing these stories can save lives If you are pregnant, postpartum, supporting a new mother, or simply want to better understand maternal mental health, this episode is essential listening. If you or someone you love is struggling, you are not alone—and help is available. Find more resources online with your local Postpartum Support International Chapter (PSI). ✨ Subscribe so you never miss an episode—and if you can take a minute to leave us a review, we’ll be forever grateful! ✨ Connect with us: Christina: https://www.instagram.com/christinacbuchanan/?igsh=eGZvejNmY3VkdmY3#  Morgan https://www.instagram.com/eat.talk.grow/?igsh=MXc4bHh6dXkwcXJ3OQ%3D%3D#

    38 min

  5. 13 JAN

    Realistic Wellness Routines for Busy Moms – Movement Goals, January Habits, and What Actually Sticks

    January wellness can feel overwhelming—new routines, big goals, and pressure to “do it all right.” In this episode of Doing It All(ish), Christina and Morgan share what their real wellness routines actually look like in this season of motherhood, business, and life. This isn’t about perfection or starting over. It’s about movement goals that feel doable, habits that fit into real schedules, and wellness routines that support your mental and physical health without adding more pressure. We talk about: How we approach January wellness without burnout What movement looks like in busy seasons of motherhood Goals we’re bringing into the new year (and what we’re letting go of) Why consistency matters more than intensity How to build routines that actually stick If you’re craving realistic wellness, sustainable movement, and permission to do less—but better—this episode will meet you right where you are. 🧂Mineral Sea Salt: https://a.co/d/0ttZc0x  ✨ Subscribe so you never miss an episode—and if you can take a minute to leave us a review, we’ll be forever grateful! ✨ Connect with us: Christina: https://www.instagram.com/christinacbuchanan/?igsh=eGZvejNmY3VkdmY3#  Morgan https://www.instagram.com/eat.talk.grow/?igsh=MXc4bHh6dXkwcXJ3OQ%3D%3D#

    46 min

  6. 6 JAN

    How Dr. AJ Marcellino Built a Thriving Aesthetics Practice After Burnout – Working Mom Routines, Wellness, and Entrepreneurship

    What does it really look like to build a career you love and stay grounded as a working mom? In this episode of Doing It All(ish), we sit down with Dr. AJ Marcellino—ENT surgeon turned aesthetics physician, founder of Radiant Medical Aesthetics & Hair Restoration in Greensboro, NC, mom of three, and Pure Barre regular—to talk about motherhood, entrepreneurship, wellness, and the systems that keep her life moving. AJ shares her story of navigating demanding hospital medicine, trauma call, high-risk pregnancies, and burnout—and the exact mindset shift that gave her the courage to leave corporate medicine and create a business aligned with her values. We also get practical about the routines that support real-life balance: grocery delivery, scheduled date nights, childcare logistics, and why movement (hello, Pure Barre Define) is a non-negotiable for her mental health and productivity. We also cover: diastasis recti repair postpartum, faith and gratitude practices, cortisol and stress, collagen + skincare favorites, GLP-1 medications and metabolic health, and what “self-care” looks like when you’re building a business and raising a family. If you’re a busy mom, entrepreneur, or high-achiever craving better routines, sustainable wellness, and a clearer path to work-life balance—this one will leave you feeling seen and motivated. Follow Radiant Medical Aesthetics: https://www.instagram.com/radiantmedicalaesthetics/ ✨ Subscribe so you never miss an episode—and if you can take a minute to leave us a review, we’ll be forever grateful! ✨ Connect with us: Christina: https://www.instagram.com/christinacbuchanan/?igsh=eGZvejNmY3VkdmY3#  Morgan https://www.instagram.com/eat.talk.grow/?igsh=MXc4bHh6dXkwcXJ3OQ%3D%3D#

    55 min

  7. 30/12/2025

    Year-End Reflections – Mom Guilt, Business Highs & What We’re Bringing Into 2026

    In this episode, Morgan and Christina slow down and actually pause to look back at the past year—personally, professionally, and everything in between. They share wins like finding a better rhythm between motherhood and business, rebuilding after hard seasons, starting the podcast, and trusting their intuition in work and life. They also get honest about fertility struggles, burnout, marriage ups and downs, slower business seasons, and the constant background hum of mom guilt. You’ll hear what they’re intentionally leaving behind (over-consumption, pressure to do it all perfectly, saying “yes” to everything) and what they’re carrying forward into the new year (routines that ground them, flexible systems, friendship, creativity, and confidence in their choices). This is your permission slip to reflect on your own year without needing a massive “rebrand” or resolution—just small, honest shifts toward the version of you your family gets to experience. ✨ Subscribe so you never miss an episode—and if you can take a minute to leave us a review, we’ll be forever grateful! ✨ Connect with us: Christina: https://www.instagram.com/christinacbuchanan/?igsh=eGZvejNmY3VkdmY3#  Morgan https://www.instagram.com/eat.talk.grow/?igsh=MXc4bHh6dXkwcXJ3OQ%3D%3D#

    32 min

  8. 23/12/2025

    Childcare, Mom Guilt, and Making It Work – The Messy Middle of Finding Help

    In this episode of Doing It All(ish), Morgan and Christina dive into one of the most stressful, least-talked-about parts of modern motherhood: childcare. From waitlists and half-day preschool to nannies, grandparents, au pairs, daycare, and the endless “patchwork schedule,” they unpack what it actually looks like to figure out care for your kids while you work, build a business, or simply try to have a moment to yourself. Christina shares the behind-the-scenes of their own setup—rotating sitters, grandparents, part-time preschool, early mornings, and why she finally decided to switch her son to a full-day, year-round program (and all the guilt and relief that came with it). Morgan talks about juggling multiple sitters, moving to a nanny during COVID, and how things shifted as her kids got older and more independent. They also get into: The invisible mental load of school delays, sick days, and schedule changes Why it feels “taboo” to talk about how much help you actually have The difference between having help and still feeling maxed out Mom guilt around wanting (and needing) time away How to think through big childcare decisions without spiraling If you’ve ever thought, “How is everyone else doing this?” — this episode will make you feel a lot less alone. Share this one with a friend who’s deep in the childcare juggle right now, and don’t forget to leave a quick review so more moms can find the show. ✨ Subscribe so you never miss an episode—and if you can take a minute to leave us a review, we’ll be forever grateful! ✨ Connect with us: Christina: https://www.instagram.com/christinacbuchanan/?igsh=eGZvejNmY3VkdmY3#  Morgan https://www.instagram.com/eat.talk.grow/?igsh=MXc4bHh6dXkwcXJ3OQ%3D%3D#

    26 min
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Doing It All(ish) is the honest conversation you’ve been craving—the one that lives somewhere between feeding schedules and team meetings, toddler tantrums and business wins. Hosted by longtime friends Christina Buchanan (@christinacbuchanan) and Morgan Berliner (@eat.talk.grow), this show is your permission slip to embrace the “ish.” We’re talking about real life in the trenches of early motherhood, entrepreneurship, marriage, mental health, and the everyday magic (and chaos) in between. From speech and feeding tips to fertility, from postpartum anxiety to Pure Barre, we’re showing up—sometimes messy, always honest—so you can feel a little more seen, a little more supported, and a whole lot less alone. New episodes weekly. Grab your coffee, throw in a load of laundry, and let’s figure it out together.

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  • Creator
    Christina & Morgan
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Doing it All(ish)

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