I Just Sat Down Podcast

We’re catching up on all the life that’s been happening lately! From celebrating a very special four year old’s birthday to navigating the beautiful chaos of summer, we’re sharing what life has looked like behind the scenes.

In this episode, we chat about the realities of balancing business, motherhood, family life, and everything in between. We talk about the wins, the challenges, the busy schedules, and the moments that remind us to slow down and soak it all in.

If you’ve ever felt like summer is somehow both relaxing and completely exhausting, this one’s for you. Grab your coffee (or your iced drink), pull up a chair, and come catch up with us. We are so glad you’re here!

NEW Episodes of 'I Just Sat Down' will be released every Monday at 10am EST.

You can find us on Instagram @ijustsatdown.podcast and let us know which topics you'd like to hear us chat about.

Contact us at: [email protected] to collab! We want you to be a guest and have a deeper conversation with us, so let us know what you wanna chat about.

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Somewhere along the way, being busy became a badge of honour.

Between work, school, sports, birthdays, appointments, extra curriculars, hobbies, self-care, making time for others, making time for ourselves..... and trying to make every moment magical, it's easy to mistake a full calendar for a full life.

In this episode, Desi and Krystal sit down to discuss the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to making a scheduled life, and how our best intentions can quietly turn into burnout, stress and a life that feels impossible to keep up with.

Maybe the point is not doing MORE, it's intentionally doing less.

NEW Episodes of 'I Just Sat Down' will be released every Monday at 10am EST.

You can find us on Instagram @ijustsatdown.podcast and let us know which topics you'd like to hear us chat about.

Contact us at: [email protected] to collab! We want you to be a guest and have a deeper conversation with us, so let us know what you wanna chat about.

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In Episode 43, You Don’t Have to Answer That, we’re talking about the questions Mothers are constantly asked that often cross the line from curious to intrusive. From “When are you having more kids?” to “How long will you breastfeed for?” to “Don’t you have enough already?” These moments can feel overwhelming, personal, and sometimes even a little demeaning.

This episode is a reminder that not every question deserves an answer, and you are allowed to protect your boundaries without explanation. We explore how to navigate these conversations with confidence, how to respond in the moment, and how to let go of the pressure to justify your choices as a Mother.

If you’ve ever felt put on the spot or judged for your parenting decisions, this one is for you.

NEW Episodes of 'I Just Sat Down' will be released every Monday at 10am EST.

You can find us on Instagram @ijustsatdown.podcast and let us know which topics you'd like to hear us chat about.

Contact us at: [email protected] to collab! We want you to be a guest and have a deeper conversation with us, so let us know what you wanna chat about.

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We’ve all heard the phrase, “It takes a village to raise a child.” But what happens when that village doesn’t exist, or at least not in the way we hoped it would?

In this episode, we explore the reality of parenting without the support system many of us expected to have. Whether you’re raising children far from family, navigating strained relationships, doing it mostly on your own, or simply feeling unsupported in the day-to-day demands of motherhood, this conversation is for you.

We discuss:

• The grief of not having the village you imagined

• Why so many modern mothers feel isolated

• Letting go of unrealistic expectations of family and friends

• Building community in unconventional ways

• How to become part of your own village

• Practical ways to create connection and reduce isolation

If you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of parenting alone, this episode serves as a reminder that you’re not the only one—and that support can sometimes be built in places we least expect.

🎙️ Listen now and join the conversation.

Because motherhood was never meant to be done in isolation.

NEW Episodes of 'I Just Sat Down' will be released every Monday at 10am EST.

You can find us on Instagram @ijustsatdown.podcast and let us know which topics you'd like to hear us chat about.

Contact us at: [email protected] to collab! We want you to be a guest and have a deeper conversation with us, so let us know what you wanna chat about.

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Motherhood asks so much of women emotionally, mentally, and physically. But what happens when mothers are constantly pouring from an empty cup?

In this episode of I Just Sat Down, we’re talking about the unmet needs so many mothers quietly carry every single day. From emotional support and rest to identity, appreciation, connection, and feeling truly seen. This conversation is about the things moms often need most but rarely receive.

If you’ve ever felt overstimulated, touched out, lonely, exhausted, resentful, invisible, or guilty for needing more… this episode is for you.

You are not alone in this experience.

In this episode we discuss:

Emotional needs mothers suppress

The mental load and invisible labor

Why moms struggle to ask for help

Rest, identity, and burnout

Feeling unseen in motherhood

What support can actually look like

Reconnecting with yourself outside of being “mom”

Take a breath, sit down with us, and join the conversation.

Follow & share the podcast with another mom who may need this episode today.

NEW Episodes of 'I Just Sat Down' will be released every Monday at 10am EST.

You can find us on Instagram @ijustsatdown.podcast and let us know which topics you'd like to hear us chat about.

Contact us at: [email protected] to collab! We want you to be a guest and have a deeper conversation with us, so let us know what you wanna chat about.

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Summer is supposed to feel fun, magical, relaxing, and full of memories, but for many mothers, it can also feel overwhelming, exhausting, expensive, and mentally draining.

In this episode of I Just Sat Down, we’re talking honestly about the pressure and expectations that come with summer motherhood, from trying to create the “perfect” summer for your kids to managing schedules, finances, routines, guilt, and burnout.

If summer has ever left you feeling overstimulated instead of relaxed, this conversation is for you.

In this episode we discuss:

The pressure to make summer magical

Social media vs. real life summer experiences

Financial stress during summer break

Mom guilt and comparison

Burnout from constant planning and caregiving

Giving yourself permission to slow down

Summer does not have to be perfect to be meaningful!

Follow, share, and send this episode to another mom who needs the reminder that doing your best is enough.

NEW Episodes of 'I Just Sat Down' will be released every Monday at 10am EST.

You can find us on Instagram @ijustsatdown.podcast and let us know which topics you'd like to hear us chat about.

Contact us at: [email protected] to collab! We want you to be a guest and have a deeper conversation with us, so let us know what you wanna chat about.

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Episode 39 Our ONE YEAR Podcastiversary 🎉

We cannot believe it’s been one full year of podcasting together! In this special podcastiversary episode, we’re reflecting on the moments that shaped us, the conversations that challenged us, the laughs we didn’t expect, and the growth that happened both behind the mic and in real life.

From messy motherhood moments to healing conversations, burnout, boundaries, identity shifts, and everything in between, this podcast became more than just a show. It became a space to sit down honestly, breathe for a second, and remember that none of us are doing this alone.

In this episode we’re talking about:

How the podcast started

What surprised us most this year

The hardest parts of showing up consistently

Favorite episodes and guest moments

What we’ve learned about motherhood, healing, and ourselves

What’s next for the podcast

Whether you’ve been here since episode one or you’re just joining us now, thank you for being part of this journey. Truly. We’re so glad you decided to sit down with us!

Love, Krystal and Desi

NEW Episodes of 'I Just Sat Down' will be released every Monday at 10am EST.

You can find us on Instagram @ijustsatdown.podcast and let us know which topics you'd like to hear us chat about.

Contact us at: [email protected] to collab! We want you to be a guest and have a deeper conversation with us, so let us know what you wanna chat about.

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In Episode 38, we sit down with Intergalactic Goddess Kristen Dorion for a conversation that goes far beyond the everyday realities of motherhood. Together, we explore healing on a deeper level, from energy shifts and intuition to breaking generational patterns and reconnecting with yourself as a woman and Mother.

This episode dives into the idea that healing isn’t always linear, and motherhood has a way of awakening parts of us we didn’t even know needed attention. Kristen shares her experience with quantum healing, spiritual growth, nervous system awareness, and learning how to trust your inner knowing while navigating the chaos of parenting and life.

Whether you’re spiritually curious, deep in your healing journey, or simply craving a conversation that feels expansive and empowering, this episode invites you to think differently about healing, motherhood, and the energy we carry.

You can find Kristen on IG @intergalactic.goddess and https://intergalacticgoddess.com/

NEW Episodes of 'I Just Sat Down' will be released every Monday at 10am EST.

You can find us on Instagram @ijustsatdown.podcast and let us know which topics you'd like to hear us chat about.

Contact us at: [email protected] to collab!

We want you to be a guest and have a deeper conversation with us, so let us know what you wanna chat about.

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Mother’s Day can hold so much beauty, but also so much pressure.

In this episode of I Just Sat Down, we’re unpacking the emotional weight behind Mother’s Day expectations. From the invisible mental load to disappointment, comparison, grief, overstimulation, and the pressure to make the day “perfect,” this conversation creates space for the honest side of motherhood that often goes unspoken.

Whether you’re a mom craving rest, a daughter navigating complicated family dynamics, or someone feeling unseen during a day that’s supposed to feel joyful — this episode is for you.

We talk about:

The pressure and emotional expectations surrounding Mother’s Day

Why many moms end the day feeling exhausted or disappointed

The mental load mothers carry behind the scenes

Healing the need for perfection in motherhood

Creating more realistic, meaningful expectations

Giving yourself permission to feel what’s real

This episode is your reminder that motherhood does not need to look perfect to be meaningful.

Take a breath, sit down with me, and let’s have the conversation many mothers are quietly carrying.

NEW Episodes of 'I Just Sat Down' will be released every Monday at 10am EST.

You can find us on Instagram @ijustsatdown.podcast and let us know which topics you'd like to hear us chat about.

Contact us at: [email protected] to collab!

We want you to be a guest and have a deeper conversation with us, so let us know what you wanna chat about.

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In this honest and empowering conversation, we sit down with Krystal's cousin Angie to talk all things perimenopause. This is the phase that so many women experience, but so few feel prepared for.

We’re breaking the silence around the physical, emotional, and hormonal shifts that can start earlier than expected, and how they can impact everything from mood to metabolism to identity.

If you’ve been feeling “off,” overwhelmed, or just not like yourself lately… this episode will help you feel seen, validated, and supported.

In This Episode, We Talk About:

- What perimenopause and menopause actually is (and when it can begin)

- Common symptoms that often go unrecognized

- Hormonal changes and their impact on our health

- Why so many women feel dismissed or unheard

- Navigating changes in your body with compassion

- Simple ways to start supporting yourself through this phase

A Gentle Reminder:

Perimenopause isn’t something to “fix”, it’s something to understand and move through with support. You’re not alone in this, even if it feels like it.

Connect with Angie: [email protected] and on Instagram @angelahollinshead.rn

Loved This Episode? Make sure to follow, share with a friend, and leave a review, it helps more women find these conversations and feel less alone.

NEW Episodes of 'I Just Sat Down' will be released every Monday at 10am EST.

You can find us on Instagram @ijustsatdown.podcast and let us know which topics you'd like to hear us chat about.

Contact us at: [email protected] to collab!

We want you to be a guest and have a deeper conversation with us, so let us know what you wanna chat about.

*Credit for sound - Success Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/success License code: PZJKCKVZW0YI8ZQX