Doing it All(ish)

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).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Mealtimes don’t have to feel like a daily battle. In this episode, we’re breaking down 10 realistic, evidence-based keys to mealtime success. Learn from Morgan Berliner, speech-language pathologist and feeding specialist with Eat Talk Grow and take note of actional steps that you can start doing today to support your child’s eating without pressure, bribes, or burnout.
Whether your child is picky, inconsistent, or you are just trying to stay ahead of feeding battles, these strategies are designed to reduce stress, build trust at the table, and support long-term feeding skills. No perfection required, just small shifts that make a big difference.
In this episode, we cover:
Why structure at meals matters more than variety
How pressure (even “just one bite”) can backfire
What your role is vs. your child’s role at mealtimes
How to create safety and predictability around food
Why exposure and repetition are key for picky eaters
How language at the table can shape eating habits
What to do when your child refuses food
How modeling impacts eating more than we realize
Simple routines that support regulation and appetite
Where parents can start without overhauling everything
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure if you’re “doing it right,” this episode is your reminder: you don’t need more rules, you need the right tools for feeding your toddler with strong lifelong feeding habits!
Tune in and walk away with practical, doable steps you can use at your very next meal.
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In this episode, Morgan, a speech-language pathologist and feeding therapist, breaks down picky eating—what it really means, the common causes of picky eating, and why toddlers can struggle with eating beyond the “normal pickiness.”
Learn how sensory processing, temperament, mealtime routines, and developmental stages impact eating. Morgan also explains the Division of Responsibility, a widely recommended feeding approach that reduces mealtime stress and helps kids become more confident, flexible eaters.
Perfect for parents dealing with toddler eating struggles, food refusal, or selective eating.
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In this follow-up to Christina’s IVF story, we pick back up at the most high-stakes part of the journey: embryo transfer day. Christina walks through the real timeline from mock transfer and infections, to estrogen and daily progesterone shots in the Pure Barre hallway, to the one-week wait and the call that changed everything.
She opens up about early pregnancy after IVF—hormones, fatigue, nausea, the anxiety of “graduating” from the fertility clinic, and what it’s like to finally be in the second trimester after months of meds, appointments, and uncertainty. We also talk honestly about the financial weight of IVF, the emotional toll, and how it can feel like your body becomes a science experiment.
If you’re going through IVF, love someone who is, or just want to better understand what this process really looks like, this episode is for you. You’ll hear:
What actually happens between mock transfer, “baseline,” and transfer day
Why the shots don’t end when you get a positive test
The mental load of waiting, re-testing, and switching back to a regular OB
Practical, specific ways to support a friend in fertility treatment (and what not to say)
Share this with someone who needs to feel less alone in their journey. 💛
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In this episode, we’re getting honest about what “self-care” really looks like for moms—especially in busy seasons like the holidays. We unpack the difference between picture-perfect self-care (massages, facials, solo spa days) and true self-preservation: the small, sustainable things that help you not feel like you’re drowning.
Christina and Morgan share:
How the holiday season, work, and motherhood collide—and why “getting ahead” is sometimes the only way to stay afloat
Real-life self-preservation habits: early morning alone time, daily walks, freezer “emergency meals,” strict-ish bedtimes, and creative outlets
What happens when you don’t take care of yourself (hello, tears at 5 a.m.) and how to spot that you’re reaching your limit
Practical self-care ideas that don’t require childcare, money, or a full afternoon off
Mom guilt: why it never fully goes away and how to learn to sit with it instead of letting it run the show
Boundaries, systems, and asking for help—how they’ve each built a “village” and made their day-to-day feel less impossible
If you’ve ever thought, “I know I need to take care of myself, but I literally don’t know how to fit it in,” this one will feel like a deep breath and a gentle reset.
 
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Let’s talk potty training—without the pressure, gimmicks, or guilt. In this candid conversation, we bust the biggest myths (like “wait until they’re ready” and the magical “three-day fix”), unpack what true readiness can look like, and share realistic timelines from life with multiple kids. We cover how to handle regressions without spiraling, why rewards aren’t a cure-all (and what to try instead), and simple setup tips that make day one smoother—think bare-bottom starts, a small potty nearby, and clearing your schedule for a focused long weekend.
You’ll also hear how personality and season of life matter (yes, it’s okay to pause and try again), plus calm-parenting reminders to keep everyone regulated. Whether you’re gearing up, in the thick of it, or navigating setbacks, this episode gives you practical strategies and a lot of reassurance. 
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