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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Today, we sit down with Mandy Landaas—owner of The Bomb Bar (Raleigh) and Third Wave Psychotherapy—to talk about building businesses, raising three little ones, and carrying profound grief with grace. Three years ago, Mandy lost her husband, Brian, to glioblastoma. She opens up about the day everything changed, the year that followed, and the systems, faith, and community that keep her moving forward as a solo parent and CEO.

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If you’re carrying something heavy—or supporting someone who is—this conversation offers honesty, hope, and hard-won wisdom.

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Your Questions, Our Real Answers – Motherhood, Motivation & Everyday Chaos

Grab your coffee (or fold some laundry with us) — today’s Doing It All(ish) episode is pure girlfriend chat. Christina and Morgan are answering your questions in a laid-back Q&A covering everything from morning routines and motivation to birth control, breastfeeding, and guilty-pleasure snacks.

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If you love the “coffee with your friends” vibe, this one’s for you. It’s honest, unfiltered, and full of laughter and little life lessons along the way.

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If you’ve ever wondered why your toddler melts down over the wrong cup, throws food across the table, or insists on climbing into your lap at dinner—this episode is for you.

We’re joined by Sarah from Joyful Toddler Parenting, a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst and parent coach who helps moms turn chaos into calm. She shares the science behind big feelings, tantrums, and limit-setting, plus how to actually stay calm (and human) through it all.

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Sarah’s honest approach will make you feel seen, supported, and ready to bring more joy and confidence to everyday parenting moments.

This is for moms of toddlers, parents of “strong-willed” kids, and anyone craving more peace and predictability at home.

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This honest conversation goes inside the NICU with medical mom and nurse Kate Parrish—from infertility (IUI/IVF), a high-risk mono-mono twin pregnancy, preeclampsia/HELLP, and delivering at 24 weeks, to losing her daughter Avery and advocating for Addie, who lives with complex medical needs and legal blindness. We talk about the reality of NICU life, the mental load and anxiety that follow you home, what day-to-day care looks like (G-tube feeds, meds, therapies), how faith and community carried Kate, and practical ways to support NICU and special-needs families. Kate also shares why she co-founded Medical Moms Movement to connect, encourage, and resource families walking a similar road.

This is for moms in the NICU, working moms balancing it all, parents navigating grief, and anyone who wants to show up better for special-needs and medical families.

📚 Check out Kait Parrish’s beautiful and inspirational book Be Different, Be You, where she teaches children that they are loved just the way they are!

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If you’ve ever thought, “I need to get it together…but where do I start?”, this one’s for you. We’re sharing the micro-habits and simple systems that keep our homes, businesses, and moods on track—without the overwhelm. From 5 a.m. quiet time and bone-broth-before-coffee to “prep it while the fridge is open,” laundry rhythms, kid-ready baskets, and Friday meal planning, these tiny, repeatable actions add up to real change.

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Try one micro-habit this week and tell us how it goes—message @doingitallishpodcast with yours and we may feature it.

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What happens when a mom can’t find snacks she feels good about feeding her kids? She makes her own…and builds a business around it.

In this episode of Doing It All(ish), we sit down with Jana, founder of Happy Wolf Snacks, to talk about how she turned a simple kitchen experiment into an award-winning company. From winning Good Housekeeping’s “Best Snack” award to being featured on Good Morning America, Jana’s story is proof that sometimes not knowing all the rules is the best way to get started.

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Whether you’re a parent, an entrepreneur, or just snack-obsessed, Jana’s honesty and drive will leave you inspired to chase your own “what if.”

🎧 Listen now, share with a friend who needs motivation, and don’t forget to check out Happy Wolf Snacks at happywolfsnacks.com. Use code DOINGITALLISH for 20% off your order!

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An SLP mom explains language milestones 12–24 months, what counts as a red flag, and simple, everyday strategies to boost speech—without overwhelm. Trust your gut, learn what to watch for, and get doable next steps.

Worried about words, pointing, or whether your toddler is “on time”? In this Doing It All(ish) episode, Morgan (SLP + mom of 3) breaks down early language development in plain English—what’s typical, what deserves a closer look, and simple things you can do at home without adding another to-do list.

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Whether your little one is cruising or you’re seeing some yellow flags, you’ll leave with clarity, next steps, and low-lift tactics you can weave into real life (hello, stairs and snack time).

👉 Grab Morgan’s free month-by-month checklist, and DM us your questions—no alarmism, just support.

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We’re sitting down with our longtime friend Callan, intuitive eating dietitian and founder of Tula Wellness, for a conversation that will change the way you think about food—for yourself and your family.

From growing up as athletes together to now raising kids, we talk about how Callan built her private practice, what intuitive eating really means (hint: it’s not just “eat when you’re hungry, stop when you’re full”), and why the language we use around food matters more than we realize.

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Whether you’re a parent, navigating your own relationship with food, or just curious about intuitive eating, this episode is packed with wisdom, warmth, and practical takeaways.

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Postpartum unfiltered: night sweats, intrusive thoughts, baby blues vs. PPD, and what healing really looks like. You’re not alone in this—listen in, subscribe, and if you can take a minute to leave us a review, we’ll be forever grateful!

Everyone tells you about the baby’s milestones, but what about the mother’s? In this episode of Doing It All(ish), Christina and Morgan get real about postpartum—what recovery actually looks like, how the emotional rollercoaster shows up, and why taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care of your baby.

From vaginal deliveries and unexpected hip injuries to night sweats, intrusive thoughts, and navigating postpartum depression/anxiety, we share what caught us off guard and what got us through.

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Whether you’re in the thick of it, preparing for your first baby, or supporting a new mom, this conversation is a reminder: you’re not alone, and what you’re feeling is more common than you think.

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