It Takes a Village… But What If You Don’t Have One?

It Takes a Village… But What If You Don’t Have One?

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: ijustsatdownpodcast@gmail.com 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

Unmet Needs of Mothers

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: ijustsatdownpodcast@gmail.com 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

Summer Expectations

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: ijustsatdownpodcast@gmail.com 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

Our ONE YEAR Podcastiversary!!

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: ijustsatdownpodcast@gmail.com 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

Quantum Healing in Motherhood with Intergalactic Goddess Kristen Dorion

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: ijustsatdownpodcast@gmail.com 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