Doing it All(ish)

Christina & Morgan
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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. 3D AGO

    What We Learned About Motherhood, Business & “Doing It All” | Season 1 Finale

    After 37 episodes, countless honest conversations, and one full season of Doing It All(ish)… we’re reflecting on everything this podcast taught us about motherhood, business, mental load, relationships, IVF, postpartum, grief, friendship, and what “doing it all” actually means. In this Season 1 finale, we’re talking about: • the episodes that impacted us most • the conversations we still think about • what surprised us behind the scenes • how this podcast changed us personally + professionally • the topics listeners connected with most • and why we think moms are all carrying more than we realize We also share the top downloaded episodes of the season, lessons from our incredible guests, and the biggest reminder we’re taking into Season 2: You do not have to do everything perfectly to still be doing a good job. Whether you’ve listened since episode one or just found us recently, thank you for being part of this community. We’ll see you in Season 2 🤍 ✨ 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

  2. MAY 12

    You’re Not Failing as a Mom—You’re Just Overstimulated (And So Are Your Kids)

    You don’t need a perfect routine. You don’t need more parenting advice. You need less noise…and more tools that actually work. In this episode, we sit down with pediatric mental health nurse practitioner Raeanne Johnson to talk about what it really looks like to raise emotionally healthy kids—without overcomplicating everything. Because if you’ve ever thought: → “Am I doing this wrong?” → “Why does everything feel so hard lately?” → “Why is my child constantly overwhelmed?” You’re not alone—and you’re not failing. We get into: The real definition of an emotionally healthy child Why most parents are overcomplicating it The small daily habits that regulate your kids (and you) How to handle meltdowns without losing your mind The truth about perfectionism, pressure, and parenting today Simple systems that make family life feel lighter And maybe most importantly: What actually matters—and what you can let go of. This one will make you feel calmer, clearer, and more confident in how you’re showing up as a mom. Follow Raeanne here: 👉 Instagram Resources mentioned: → Brainwaves Wellness tools + freebies → “Ocean of Emotions” (children’s book – coming soon)   ✨ 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#

    51 min

  3. MAY 5

    Hot Takes on Motherhood: Unpopular Opinions Every Mom Is Thinking

    Today’s episode is a real one. We’re diving into unpopular mom opinions—the kind that might make you pause, question things, or quietly say… “wait, I actually agree.” From toddlers and extracurriculars to discipline, rest, business, and identity in motherhood—we’re sharing honest takes on what it really looks like to navigate life as a mom without losing yourself in the process. We talk about: Why toddlers don’t actually need extracurricular activities The truth about balancing rest vs discipline Why your life doesn’t have to disappear when you become a mom The reality of business growth and motherhood (and the trade-offs no one talks about) Outsourcing, asking for help, and letting go of “doing it all” And… the school photo debate we didn’t know we needed This episode is part conversation, part therapy, and part “say it out loud so we all feel less alone.” If you’ve ever felt pulled in multiple directions, questioned your priorities, or wondered if you’re the only one thinking certain things… you’re not. Listen now and tell us: which one do you agree (or disagree) with most? ✨ 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#

    31 min

  4. APR 28

    Stop Running Your Business Like an Employee (Especially If You’re a Mom) with Jackie Murphy

    If you’ve ever felt like you own your business… but still do everything inside it, this episode is going to hit. This week on Doing It All(ish), we’re joined by Jackie Murphy, founder of Studio CEO, to talk about the hard truth most women in business don’t realize: You’re not stuck because you need more strategy… You’re stuck because you’re still thinking like an employee. We dive into: The biggest signs you’re operating in an employee mindset Why hiring doesn’t fix the problem (and what actually does) How to step into your CEO role without burning out The real reason moms struggle to delegate (and how to shift it) Simple systems that create more time, profit, and clarity This conversation is equal parts strategy + mindset + real life—because building a business while raising a family requires both. If you’re ready to stop doing everything and start leading your business, this episode is for you. 🔗 Connect with Jackie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studioceoofficial/) 📚 Books mentioned: The E-Myth  The Loyalist Team  The Goldfinch (fiction rec!)  ✨ 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#

    48 min

  5. APR 21

    Starting a Small Business as a Mom - The Truth No One Tells You with Jessica McNulty from The Refreshery

    What does it actually look like to start a small business while raising young kids… and working full-time? In this episode of Doing It All(ish), we sit down with Jessica McNulty, co-founder of The Refreshery, to talk about the real, unfiltered experience of building a brick-and-mortar business while raising three young children. From funding the business themselves to navigating unpredictable sales, long hours, and the mental load of motherhood—Jessica shares what it truly takes behind the scenes. We dive into: How they built a family-centered business from the ground up The reality of balancing a corporate job, kids, and entrepreneurship Financial risks, fear, and betting on yourself Why community matters more than ever in business Practical hacks, systems, and mindset shifts that help you “do it all(ish)” If you’ve ever thought about starting something of your own—but felt unsure, overwhelmed, or not ready—this episode will give you the honest perspective you need. Because the truth is… there’s no perfect time. Follow @therefreshery on Instagram. ✨ 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#

    48 min

  6. APR 14

    Quarterly Life Update: Pregnancy, Burnout, Small Business Busy Seasons & What’s Keeping Us Sane

    In this catch-up episode, we’re getting real about what life has looked like lately — from the busiest season of small business ownership to pregnancy updates, family health stress, burnout, and the simple wellness habits helping us stay afloat. We talk about what it’s like to finally come up for air after a packed season, what pregnancy has looked like in the third trimester after IVF, what it means to support a spouse through cancer treatment, and the routines helping us stay grounded in the middle of it all. If you’re in a busy season, feeling stretched thin, or just want to hear two moms have an honest life update, this one will feel like a catch-up with friends. ✨ 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

  7. MAR 24

    Parenting Expert: How to Help your Child Listen Without Yelling and Punishment

    On this episode of the Doing It All Ish podcast, Morgan interviews parent coach and board-certified lactation consultant Clair Ashburn about toddler meltdowns, co-regulation, and reducing power struggles without rewards or punishments.  Clair shares her background transitioning from lactation consulting to parent coaching, then explains how kids’ nervous systems mirror parents’ regulation and why the goal isn’t perfect calm, but contained emotions. They discuss practical tools like: Noticing and replacing unhelpful thoughts Taking a pause Getting “low and slow”  Using physical proximity And keeping language clear, brief, and positive.  Clair covers common mistakes (escalating, disengaging, over-explaining), handling toddler hitting by physically containing impulsive behavior, why ignoring tantrums isn’t supportive, navigating sibling conflicts, and strategies for smoother mornings and stronger follow-through so kids cooperate without yelling. Find Clair on social media: @clairashburn ✨ 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#

    52 min

  8. MAR 17

    Meal Planning for Moms: Easy Family Dinners, Less Mental Load, and Healthier Weeks

    If family meal planning feels like one more thing sitting in your brain all week long, this episode is for you. In this episode of Doing It All(ish), we’re sharing our real-life systems for meal planning, meal prep, easy weeknight dinners, feeding toddlers and kids, and reducing the mental load around food. As busy moms raising families, working, and trying to eat as healthy as we can without perfection, we’ve both had to find a rhythm that actually works. We talk about: How we meal plan for the week without burning out Easy dinner systems for busy moms How to match meals to your weekly schedule Crockpot meals, sheet pan dinners, freezer meals, and takeout nights Grocery shopping strategies that save time How we feed our families without making separate meals Toddler-friendly meals, picky eating, exposure, and family-style dinners Prep habits that make lunch packing and dinner easier How to lower decision fatigue and the mental load of feeding a family The kitchen systems that help us eat healthy with real life in mind Whether you’re feeding toddlers, older kids, or just trying to get dinner on the table without losing your mind, this episode will help you simplify your meal planning routine and build a system that works for your family. ✨ 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#

    35 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
    38
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Doing it All(ish)

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