The Autoimmune Mom Podcast

Alexandra Atwell

Just a regular Mom living an irregular life of Rheumatoid Arthritis. We will be talking all things Mom and autoimmune - the good, the bad, the unexpected and of course the ugly but I will not let this be a space to be miserable. The world has enough of that!! Mom life plus Autoimmune in a podcast.

  1. 4d ago

    How Faith Carried Jenna Schutt Through Her Healing Journey

    Jenna Schutt shares her journey of being diagnosed with systemic mastocytosis and the impact it had on her life as a mother. She discusses the challenges of treatment, the role of faith in coping, and the development of a relationship with God. Jenna emphasizes the importance of self-worth and finding joy in the midst of adversity. Jenna Schutt shares her journey of finding true joy and peace through faith, even in the midst of health challenges and survivorship. She emphasizes the importance of claiming ownership of joy and peace through faith, offering free devotionals and resources to help others on their faith journey. Jenna also discusses the impact of her journey on her children and the importance of fostering resilience and faith in their lives. Takeaways Faith and coping: Faith played a significant role in Jenna's coping with her diagnosis and treatment.Value and worthiness: Jenna emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's value and worthiness, regardless of the challenges faced. True joy and peace come from a spiritual infusion from the LordFaith plays a crucial role in claiming ownership of joy and peaceStarting the faith journey is about taking the first step and making it a part of daily routinesFostering resilience and faith in children's lives is essential for their well-being and growthClick the link to go directly to her website: Faith with Jenna Schutt-The Joy Reflex™ | Embrace Faith, Find Joy — Join UsChapters 00:00 Diagnosis and Early Symptoms07:11 Faith and Coping12:13 Living Out Faith17:34 Faith and Medicine24:16 Value and Worthiness32:17 Writing and Sharing the Journey38:42 Starting the Faith Journey

    48 min

  2. May 20

    Mariah of Mamas Facing Forward on Parenting at Every Stage of Mother.

    The conversation covers the challenges of parenting with chronic illness, including the impact on pregnancy, postpartum flares, and the importance of modeling self-care for children. It also delves into the experience of early symptoms and diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis, as well as the communication of chronic illness to children. The conversation covers the importance of self-care, parenting with chronic illness, and practical parent survival tips. It emphasizes the need for support and community when facing the challenges of parenting with a chronic illness. Takeaways Chronic illness and parentingSelf-care and modeling for children Self-care is importantParenting with chronic illnessSupport and community are essential Home Page - Mamas Facing Forward https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CsBZz3NhE/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties10:58 Pregnancy and Parenting with Chronic Illness20:01 Talking to Children About Chronic Illness and Self-Care25:54 The Importance of Self-Care39:42 Practical Parent Survival Tips

    52 min

  3. May 13

    Thy Da - Nervous System Regulation and Autoimmune Disease

    The conversation covers Thy Da's journey with an autoimmune diagnosis, the impact of the diagnosis on her life, and the lifestyle changes and stress management techniques she implemented to manage her condition and improve her well-being. The conversation delves into the impact of mindset on healing and the role of trauma in autoimmune diseases. It also explores the influence of health challenges on parenting and the importance of seizing the present moment. Follow Thy Da on Facebook Takeaways Autoimmune diagnosis journeyNervous system regulation and stress management Healing through mindsetImpact of trauma on autoimmune diseases Chapters 00:00 Autoimmune Diagnosis Journey07:03 Lifestyle Changes and Stress Management25:30 Mindset and Healing36:18 Trauma and Autoimmune Diseases47:01 Parenting and Health

    52 min

  4. May 1

    Monique - Diagnosed at 6 years old with RA

    Monique shares her journey of growing up with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, the impact on her childhood, challenges in physical activities, motherhood, and the decision to undergo hip replacement surgery. Her resilience and determination shine through as she navigates the complexities of her condition and life experiences. The conversation covers Monique's journey of overcoming physical challenges, her experience during pregnancy, her work and career, the process of writing a book, the impact of health on relationships, and her advice for parents and personal growth. Takeaways Resilience in the face of adversityImpact of chronic illness on childhood and motherhood Overcoming physical challengesImpact of health on relationships Chapters 00:00 Meeting Monique05:22 Diagnosis and Hospitalization11:14 Pregnancy and Motherhood17:24 Health Deterioration in New York24:33 Overcoming Physical Challenges32:03 Work and Career37:21 Relationships and Health

    48 min

  5. Apr 22

    Managing the Fear of New Medication/Treatment

    The conversation delves into the fear associated with starting a new medication or treatment, the loss of control and trust, information overload, and the use of mindset shift and affirmations to manage fear. Takeaways Fear of starting a medication or treatmentManaging fear through mindset and affirmations Chapters 00:00 The Fear of Starting Medication or Treatment09:44 Information Overload and Decision-Making

    20 min

  6. Apr 10

    A Chat with My Kids About THEIR Experiences with an Autoimmune Mom

    The conversation explores the experiences of the daughters of a mother with a chronic illness, highlighting the emotional impact, coping mechanisms, and family dynamics. It delves into the challenges, empathy, and personal growth resulting from the mother's health condition, providing valuable insights for families facing similar situations. The conversation delves into the impact of chronic illness on family dynamics, highlighting empathy, understanding, and the challenges faced by both the affected individual and their loved ones. It explores the emotional journey, shared humor, and the lessons learned from the experience, offering valuable insights for other families facing similar situations. Takeaways Empathy and understandingImpact of chronic illness on family dynamics Empathy and understandingImpact of chronic illness on family dynamics Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Girls05:10 Emotional Responses and Coping Mechanisms11:18 Personal Growth and Wisdom17:01 Reflection and Emotional Impact22:26 Impact on Family Members28:01 Nostalgia and Emotional Moments33:03 Opportunity Cost and Recovery39:22 Feeling Loved and Supported

    40 min

  7. Apr 3

    Jessica Brown-Author, Nutritionalist, Compassion Teacher

    The conversation delves into the importance of emotional healing in the journey to healing from autoimmune diseases. It explores the impact of trauma on autoimmune disease, the practice of self-compassion, and the NICE Protocol for self-healing. The discussion emphasizes the role of emotional resilience and the management of chronic illness through self-compassion. The conversation delves into the struggles with weight and self-acceptance, the healing of the inner eater, and the importance of finding peace with body image. It also explores the use of microdosing GLP-1 medications, understanding their immune modulating effects, and the challenges of doctor-patient communication. Additionally, it highlights the importance of compassion and self-healing, as well as the impact of pharmaceutical influence on medical practice and patient care. Takeaways Emotional healing is a crucial aspect of the journey to healing from autoimmune diseases.The practice of self-compassion can lead to increased emotional resilience and aid in the management of chronic illness. Compassion and self-acceptanceMicrodosing GLP-1 medicationsChapters 00:00 The NICE Protocol: Notice, Include, Compassion, Experience25:26 Struggles with Weight and Self-Acceptance32:37 Understanding GLP-1 Medications38:16 Considerations and Side Effects of GLP-1 Medications45:10 The Power of Compassion and Forgiveness

    48 min

  8. Mar 27

    Things That Are Saving Me Right Now

    In this episode, I shares my personal journey of navigating life with autoimmune disease, focusing on managing seasonal changes, lowering expectations, simplifying daily life, prioritizing self-care, setting boundaries, finding levity, and embracing joy and gratitude. I try to emphasize the importance of self-care (and what that looks like for me), managing energy levels, and finding joy in difficult seasons. Takeaways Managing seasonal changes with autoimmune diseasePrioritizing self-care and setting boundaries Chapters 00:00 Navigating Seasonal Changes with Autoimmune Disease05:49 Simplifying Daily Life and Meal Planning10:57 Taking Quiet Moments and Self-Care18:01 Finding Levity and Joy in Daily Life

    29 min
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Just a regular Mom living an irregular life of Rheumatoid Arthritis. We will be talking all things Mom and autoimmune - the good, the bad, the unexpected and of course the ugly but I will not let this be a space to be miserable. The world has enough of that!! Mom life plus Autoimmune in a podcast.

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  • Creator
    Alexandra Atwell
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  • Episodes
    15
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    © 2026 Alexandra Atwell
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    The Autoimmune Mom Podcast