<![CDATA[The Autoimmune Mom Podcast]]>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.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:09:01 GMTFri, 30 Jan 2026 19:57:44 GMT60Alexandra Atwell<p>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.</p>episodicAlexandra Atwellalexandra.r.atwell@gmail.comno<![CDATA[My Insurance Nightmare as an Autoimmune Mom]]>Ali Atwell shares her ongoing health insurance disaster, including denial of insurance coverage for her rheumatologist treatments, missed infusions, and the financial burden on her family. She also discusses upcoming guest Terry Adirim and the broken medical system.

Takeaways

  • Health insurance denial can lead to missed treatments and financial burden
  • Bridging the gap in healthcare is essential for patients with complex medical needs

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Health Insurance Disaster
  • 08:17 Impact of Missed Infusions and Alternative Medication
  • 15:09 Upcoming Guest and Bridging the Gap in Healthcare
  • 20:44 Reflections on the Broken Medical System
]]>48496702-8564-45cd-9154-5e5ea541bf71Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>Ali Atwell shares her ongoing health insurance disaster, including denial of insurance coverage for her rheumatologist treatments, missed infusions, and the financial burden on her family. She also discusses upcoming guest Terry Adirim and the broken medical system.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Health insurance denial can lead to missed treatments and financial burden</li><li>Bridging the gap in healthcare is essential for patients with complex medical needs</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Health Insurance Disaster</li><li>08:17 Impact of Missed Infusions and Alternative Medication</li><li>15:09 Upcoming Guest and Bridging the Gap in Healthcare</li><li>20:44 Reflections on the Broken Medical System</li></ul>no00:20:52116My Insurance Nightmare as an Autoimmune Momfull<![CDATA[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 Lord
  • Faith plays a crucial role in claiming ownership of joy and peace
  • Starting the faith journey is about taking the first step and making it a part of daily routines
  • Fostering resilience and faith in children's lives is essential for their well-being and growth
  • Click the link to go directly to her website: Faith with Jenna Schutt-The Joy Reflex™ | Embrace Faith, Find Joy — Join Us

Chapters

  • 00:00 Diagnosis and Early Symptoms
  • 07:11 Faith and Coping
  • 12:13 Living Out Faith
  • 17:34 Faith and Medicine
  • 24:16 Value and Worthiness
  • 32:17 Writing and Sharing the Journey
  • 38:42 Starting the Faith Journey
]]>a5eadcd9-1c10-4f9d-bfcd-266d23ab11b1Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:43:19 GMT<p>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.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Faith and coping: Faith played a significant role in Jenna's coping with her diagnosis and treatment.</li><li>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 Lord</li><li>Faith plays a crucial role in claiming ownership of joy and peace</li><li>Starting the faith journey is about taking the first step and making it a part of daily routines</li><li>Fostering resilience and faith in children's lives is essential for their well-being and growth</li><li>Click the link to go directly to her website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.jennaschutt.com/" target="_blank">Faith with Jenna Schutt-The Joy Reflex™ | Embrace Faith, Find Joy — Join Us</a></li></ul><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Diagnosis and Early Symptoms</li><li>07:11 Faith and Coping</li><li>12:13 Living Out Faith</li><li>17:34 Faith and Medicine</li><li>24:16 Value and Worthiness</li><li>32:17 Writing and Sharing the Journey</li><li>38:42 Starting the Faith Journey</li></ul>no00:47:49115How Faith Carried Jenna Schutt Through Her Healing Journeyfull<![CDATA[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 parenting
  • Self-care and modeling for children Self-care is important
  • Parenting with chronic illness
  • Support and community are essential

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties
  • 10:58 Pregnancy and Parenting with Chronic Illness
  • 20:01 Talking to Children About Chronic Illness and Self-Care
  • 25:54 The Importance of Self-Care
  • 39:42 Practical Parent Survival Tips
]]>dd19606c-1017-4748-b4f7-bf9baa004ebdWed, 20 May 2026 18:17:20 GMT<p>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.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Chronic illness and parenting</li><li>Self-care and modeling for children Self-care is important</li><li>Parenting with chronic illness</li><li>Support and community are essential</li></ul><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.mamasfacingforward.com/" target="_blank">Home Page - Mamas Facing Forward</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CsBZz3NhE/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CsBZz3NhE/</a></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties</li><li>10:58 Pregnancy and Parenting with Chronic Illness</li><li>20:01 Talking to Children About Chronic Illness and Self-Care</li><li>25:54 The Importance of Self-Care</li><li>39:42 Practical Parent Survival Tips</li></ul>no00:52:15114Mariah of Mamas Facing Forward on Parenting at Every Stage of Mother. full<![CDATA[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.

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Takeaways

  • Autoimmune diagnosis journey
  • Nervous system regulation and stress management Healing through mindset
  • Impact of trauma on autoimmune diseases

Chapters

  • 00:00 Autoimmune Diagnosis Journey
  • 07:03 Lifestyle Changes and Stress Management
  • 25:30 Mindset and Healing
  • 36:18 Trauma and Autoimmune Diseases
  • 47:01 Parenting and Health
]]>fe724a87-beb7-4a77-899c-ac507de7fb18Wed, 13 May 2026 12:15:26 GMT<p>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.</p><p></p><p>Follow Thy Da on <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/teedz.m" target="_blank"> Facebook</a></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Autoimmune diagnosis journey</li><li>Nervous system regulation and stress management Healing through mindset</li><li>Impact of trauma on autoimmune diseases</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Autoimmune Diagnosis Journey</li><li>07:03 Lifestyle Changes and Stress Management</li><li>25:30 Mindset and Healing</li><li>36:18 Trauma and Autoimmune Diseases</li><li>47:01 Parenting and Health</li></ul>no00:51:45111Thy Da - Nervous System Regulation and Autoimmune Diseasefull<![CDATA[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 adversity
  • Impact of chronic illness on childhood and motherhood Overcoming physical challenges
  • Impact of health on relationships

Chapters

  • 00:00 Meeting Monique
  • 05:22 Diagnosis and Hospitalization
  • 11:14 Pregnancy and Motherhood
  • 17:24 Health Deterioration in New York
  • 24:33 Overcoming Physical Challenges
  • 32:03 Work and Career
  • 37:21 Relationships and Health
]]>96437e6b-6f73-4048-8396-d7a46e06c630Fri, 01 May 2026 17:59:42 GMT<p>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.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Resilience in the face of adversity</li><li>Impact of chronic illness on childhood and motherhood Overcoming physical challenges</li><li>Impact of health on relationships</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Meeting Monique</li><li>05:22 Diagnosis and Hospitalization</li><li>11:14 Pregnancy and Motherhood</li><li>17:24 Health Deterioration in New York</li><li>24:33 Overcoming Physical Challenges</li><li>32:03 Work and Career</li><li>37:21 Relationships and Health</li></ul>no00:47:50Monique - Diagnosed at 6 years old with RAfull<![CDATA[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 treatment
  • Managing fear through mindset and affirmations

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Fear of Starting Medication or Treatment
  • 09:44 Information Overload and Decision-Making
]]>6911bd5c-f01b-4293-b166-dd57e60ac923Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:09:25 GMT<p>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.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Fear of starting a medication or treatment</li><li>Managing fear through mindset and affirmations</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Fear of Starting Medication or Treatment</li><li>09:44 Information Overload and Decision-Making</li></ul>no00:20:13111Managing the Fear of New Medication/Treatmentfull<![CDATA[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 understanding
  • Impact of chronic illness on family dynamics Empathy and understanding
  • Impact of chronic illness on family dynamics

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to the Girls
  • 05:10 Emotional Responses and Coping Mechanisms
  • 11:18 Personal Growth and Wisdom
  • 17:01 Reflection and Emotional Impact
  • 22:26 Impact on Family Members
  • 28:01 Nostalgia and Emotional Moments
  • 33:03 Opportunity Cost and Recovery
  • 39:22 Feeling Loved and Supported
]]>64bd2e1a-1112-4ac3-aa7e-7df3eac42e76Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:25:10 GMT<p>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.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Empathy and understanding</li><li>Impact of chronic illness on family dynamics Empathy and understanding</li><li>Impact of chronic illness on family dynamics</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to the Girls</li><li>05:10 Emotional Responses and Coping Mechanisms</li><li>11:18 Personal Growth and Wisdom</li><li>17:01 Reflection and Emotional Impact</li><li>22:26 Impact on Family Members</li><li>28:01 Nostalgia and Emotional Moments</li><li>33:03 Opportunity Cost and Recovery</li><li>39:22 Feeling Loved and Supported</li></ul>no00:40:01110A Chat with My Kids About THEIR Experiences with an Autoimmune Momfull<![CDATA[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-acceptance
  • Microdosing GLP-1 medications

Chapters

  • 00:00 The NICE Protocol: Notice, Include, Compassion, Experience
  • 25:26 Struggles with Weight and Self-Acceptance
  • 32:37 Understanding GLP-1 Medications
  • 38:16 Considerations and Side Effects of GLP-1 Medications
  • 45:10 The Power of Compassion and Forgiveness
]]>6ca530da-85d5-477e-b80f-49bb8e58f9dcFri, 03 Apr 2026 11:45:22 GMT<p>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.</p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Emotional healing is a crucial aspect of the journey to healing from autoimmune diseases.</li><li>The practice of self-compassion can lead to increased emotional resilience and aid in the management of chronic illness. Compassion and self-acceptance</li><li>Microdosing GLP-1 medications</li></ul><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The NICE Protocol: Notice, Include, Compassion, Experience</li><li>25:26 Struggles with Weight and Self-Acceptance</li><li>32:37 Understanding GLP-1 Medications</li><li>38:16 Considerations and Side Effects of GLP-1 Medications</li><li>45:10 The Power of Compassion and Forgiveness</li></ul>no00:48:11Jessica Brown-Author, Nutritionalist, Compassion Teacherfull<![CDATA[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 disease
  • Prioritizing self-care and setting boundaries

Chapters

  • 00:00 Navigating Seasonal Changes with Autoimmune Disease
  • 05:49 Simplifying Daily Life and Meal Planning
  • 10:57 Taking Quiet Moments and Self-Care
  • 18:01 Finding Levity and Joy in Daily Life
]]>e6afe66a-8984-4254-8e78-a617959c6817Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:08:17 GMT<p>In this episode, <i> </i>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.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Managing seasonal changes with autoimmune disease</li><li>Prioritizing self-care and setting boundaries</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Navigating Seasonal Changes with Autoimmune Disease</li><li>05:49 Simplifying Daily Life and Meal Planning</li><li>10:57 Taking Quiet Moments and Self-Care</li><li>18:01 Finding Levity and Joy in Daily Life</li></ul>no00:29:0518Things That Are Saving Me Right Nowfull<![CDATA[Adapting To Motherhood with Chronic Illness]]>The conversation explores the challenges of adapting to motherhood while living with chronic illness, the importance of managing expectations and communication, redefining motherhood and self-care, and the value of connecting with others in similar situations. It provides insights into the experiences of mothers navigating the complexities of chronic illness and parenting, offering valuable perspectives and coping strategies.

Takeaways

  • Adapting to motherhood with chronic illness
  • Managing expectations and communication
  • Redefining motherhood and self-care

Chapters

  • 00:00 Adapting to Motherhood with Chronic Illness
  • 11:49 Managing Expectations and Communication
  • 19:19 Connecting with Others and Finding Value
]]>5ea21dda-4edc-4740-ab18-098e10e52d9cFri, 20 Mar 2026 14:07:52 GMT<p>The conversation explores the challenges of adapting to motherhood while living with chronic illness, the importance of managing expectations and communication, redefining motherhood and self-care, and the value of connecting with others in similar situations. It provides insights into the experiences of mothers navigating the complexities of chronic illness and parenting, offering valuable perspectives and coping strategies.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Adapting to motherhood with chronic illness</li><li>Managing expectations and communication</li><li>Redefining motherhood and self-care</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Adapting to Motherhood with Chronic Illness</li><li>11:49 Managing Expectations and Communication</li><li>19:19 Connecting with Others and Finding Value</li></ul>no00:25:0317Adapting To Motherhood with Chronic Illnessfull<![CDATA[Penni - Owner Lowcountry Wellness Center]]>Penny shares her journey of living with autoimmune diseases, including misdiagnoses, trauma, and the impact of Lyme disease. She also discusses the approach of functional medicine and the challenges of testing for Lyme disease. The conversation delves into the misclassification of autoimmune diseases, particularly the misdiagnosis of Lyme disease as other autoimmune conditions. It also explores the impact of stress on autoimmune health and the importance of finding a supportive community. Additionally, it highlights the challenges of navigating the healthcare system and the value of holistic approaches to autoimmune care.

Takeaways

  • Autoimmune journey
  • Functional medicine approach Misclassification of autoimmune diseases is common
  • Stress management and finding a supportive community are crucial for autoimmune health

Chapters

  • 00:00 Penny's Autoimmune Journey
  • 05:54 Diagnosis and Treatment
  • 11:58 Root Cause Analysis
  • 17:53 Challenges of Testing for Lyme Disease
  • 24:05 Misclassification of Autoimmune Diseases
  • 29:10 Challenges of Navigating the Healthcare System
  • 35:25 Holistic Approaches to Autoimmune Care
]]>e734f1e2-f951-44cd-b357-baa5a9640702Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:55:56 GMT<p>Penny shares her journey of living with autoimmune diseases, including misdiagnoses, trauma, and the impact of Lyme disease. She also discusses the approach of functional medicine and the challenges of testing for Lyme disease. The conversation delves into the misclassification of autoimmune diseases, particularly the misdiagnosis of Lyme disease as other autoimmune conditions. It also explores the impact of stress on autoimmune health and the importance of finding a supportive community. Additionally, it highlights the challenges of navigating the healthcare system and the value of holistic approaches to autoimmune care.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Autoimmune journey</li><li>Functional medicine approach Misclassification of autoimmune diseases is common</li><li>Stress management and finding a supportive community are crucial for autoimmune health</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Penny's Autoimmune Journey</li><li>05:54 Diagnosis and Treatment</li><li>11:58 Root Cause Analysis</li><li>17:53 Challenges of Testing for Lyme Disease</li><li>24:05 Misclassification of Autoimmune Diseases</li><li>29:10 Challenges of Navigating the Healthcare System</li><li>35:25 Holistic Approaches to Autoimmune Care</li></ul>no00:46:3516Penni - Owner Lowcountry Wellness Centerfull<![CDATA[CC: One Moms Journey From Kids with Autoimmune to Her Own Diagnosis]]>Overcoming Autoimmune and Neuropsychiatric Challenges: A Mom’s Personal Journey

In this heartfelt episode, CC shares her extensive journey navigating her children's complex health conditions, including autoimmune encephalitis and PANS/PANDAS, and her own health battles. Her story highlights the importance of trusting gut instincts, persistent testing, and building a supportive community.

Key Topics:
  • The long, winding journey of diagnosing autoimmune encephalitis and PANS/PANDAS
  • Recognizing soft signs and trusting intuition in children's health
  • The complex overlap between autoimmune diseases, mold exposure, and infections like Lyme
  • The significance of holistic and functional medicine diagnoses
  • The role of environmental factors such as mold in autoimmune and neurological symptoms
  • Challenges of navigating healthcare, including high costs and systemic gaps
  • The emotional toll and caregiver burden of managing chronic health conditions
  • The power of community and connection among moms for support and healing
  • The importance of a balanced approach to diet and lifestyle in autoimmune health
  • The mental health tools Cece uses to cope and support others

]]>e2ef1758-680b-4aee-8fb6-6a6d2354db38Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:33:29 GMT<h5>Overcoming Autoimmune and Neuropsychiatric Challenges: A Mom’s Personal Journey</h5><p>In this heartfelt episode, CC shares her extensive journey navigating her children's complex health conditions, including autoimmune encephalitis and PANS/PANDAS, and her own health battles. Her story highlights the importance of trusting gut instincts, persistent testing, and building a supportive community.</p><h6>Key Topics:</h6><ul><li>The long, winding journey of diagnosing autoimmune encephalitis and PANS/PANDAS</li><li>Recognizing soft signs and trusting intuition in children's health</li><li>The complex overlap between autoimmune diseases, mold exposure, and infections like Lyme</li><li>The significance of holistic and functional medicine diagnoses</li><li>The role of environmental factors such as mold in autoimmune and neurological symptoms</li><li>Challenges of navigating healthcare, including high costs and systemic gaps</li><li>The emotional toll and caregiver burden of managing chronic health conditions</li><li>The power of community and connection among moms for support and healing</li><li>The importance of a balanced approach to diet and lifestyle in autoimmune health</li><li>The mental health tools Cece uses to cope and support others<p></p></li></ul><hr />no01:09:2015CC: One Moms Journey From Kids with Autoimmune to Her Own Diagnosisfull<![CDATA[Episode 4 Rebecca ]]>Rebecca shares her journey of living with autoimmune disease, from the challenges of diagnosis and pregnancy complications to the emotional impact and coping with stress. She discusses the role of faith, trust in God, and the miracles she experienced. The invisible challenges of motherhood with an autoimmune disease are also explored, along with the current health challenges Rebecca is facing. Rebecca shares her journey of living with rheumatoid arthritis, discussing the impact on her daily life, challenges, and adjustments. She also reflects on the intersection of motherhood and chronic illness, highlighting the emotional impact on children and the importance of teaching independence. Additionally, she shares her experience of finding strength in faith, seeking support, and overcoming feelings of isolation.

Takeaways

  • Faith and trust in God play a significant role in coping with autoimmune disease
  • Invisible challenges of motherhood with an autoimmune disease
  • The emotional impact and coping with stress are key aspects of living with autoimmune disease Managing chronic illness requires adjustments and understanding from family members.
  • Teaching independence to children can be empowering and beneficial for both the parent and the child.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to the Autoimmune Mom Podcast
  • 06:14 Rebecca's Diagnosis and Emotional Impact
  • 12:38 Faith and Miracles in Health Challenges
  • 20:01 Invisible Challenges of Autoimmune Disease
  • 25:09 Raising Children with an Invisible Disease
  • 32:14 Current Health Challenges and Coping
  • 56:45 Motherhood and Chronic Illness
  • 01:05:03 Faith and Support
]]>23e19448-bff1-4818-8036-d982ed7cf57dWed, 25 Feb 2026 12:57:03 GMT<p>Rebecca shares her journey of living with autoimmune disease, from the challenges of diagnosis and pregnancy complications to the emotional impact and coping with stress. She discusses the role of faith, trust in God, and the miracles she experienced. The invisible challenges of motherhood with an autoimmune disease are also explored, along with the current health challenges Rebecca is facing. Rebecca shares her journey of living with rheumatoid arthritis, discussing the impact on her daily life, challenges, and adjustments. She also reflects on the intersection of motherhood and chronic illness, highlighting the emotional impact on children and the importance of teaching independence. Additionally, she shares her experience of finding strength in faith, seeking support, and overcoming feelings of isolation.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Faith and trust in God play a significant role in coping with autoimmune disease</li><li>Invisible challenges of motherhood with an autoimmune disease</li><li>The emotional impact and coping with stress are key aspects of living with autoimmune disease Managing chronic illness requires adjustments and understanding from family members.</li><li>Teaching independence to children can be empowering and beneficial for both the parent and the child.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to the Autoimmune Mom Podcast</li><li>06:14 Rebecca's Diagnosis and Emotional Impact</li><li>12:38 Faith and Miracles in Health Challenges</li><li>20:01 Invisible Challenges of Autoimmune Disease</li><li>25:09 Raising Children with an Invisible Disease</li><li>32:14 Current Health Challenges and Coping</li><li>56:45 Motherhood and Chronic Illness</li><li>01:05:03 Faith and Support</li></ul>no01:01:3914Episode 4 Rebecca full<![CDATA[Episode 3 Tetyana]]>The conversation covers the Tetyana's escape from war and immigration experience, the impact of stress on autoimmune disease, and the diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune disease. Each chapter explores a significant aspect of the her journey, providing valuable insights into the challenges faced and the resilience displayed. We cover the personal health journey and treatment of autoimmune diseases, the impact on family and parenting, and the importance of lifestyle changes and gratitude in managing these conditions.

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Takeaways

  • Escape from war and immigration experience
  • Impact of stress on autoimmune disease
  • Diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune disease Managing autoimmune diseases requires a personalized approach
  • The impact of autoimmune diseases on family and parenting

Chapters

  • 00:00 Escape from War and Immigration Experience
  • 11:24 Diagnosis and Treatment of Autoimmune Disease
  • 24:12 Personal Health Journey and Treatment
  • 36:01 Impact on Family and Parenting
  • 46:20 Lifestyle Changes and Gratitude
]]>bb81f7af-d6aa-4708-a83e-79656ca2d386Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:31:11 GMT<p>The conversation covers the Tetyana's escape from war and immigration experience, the impact of stress on autoimmune disease, and the diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune disease. Each chapter explores a significant aspect of the her journey, providing valuable insights into the challenges faced and the resilience displayed. We cover the personal health journey and treatment of autoimmune diseases, the impact on family and parenting, and the importance of lifestyle changes and gratitude in managing these conditions.</p><p></p><p>Click the link to get my FREE guide: 20 Things I wish I knew post Diagnosis as a MOM.</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://the-autoimmune-mom-podcast.kit.com/a669c7d1b9" target="_blank">https://the-autoimmune-mom-podcast.kit.com/a669c7d1b9</a></p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Escape from war and immigration experience</li><li>Impact of stress on autoimmune disease</li><li>Diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune disease Managing autoimmune diseases requires a personalized approach</li><li>The impact of autoimmune diseases on family and parenting</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Escape from War and Immigration Experience</li><li>11:24 Diagnosis and Treatment of Autoimmune Disease</li><li>24:12 Personal Health Journey and Treatment</li><li>36:01 Impact on Family and Parenting</li><li>46:20 Lifestyle Changes and Gratitude</li></ul>no00:48:4513Episode 3 Tetyanafull<![CDATA[Episode 2 Hidden Struggles]]>The Autoimmune Mom podcast explores the hidden struggles of motherhood with autoimmune disease, addressing the challenges, guilt, and isolation faced by mothers. It emphasizes the need for self-compassion, honest communication, and building a support system.

Takeaways

  • Hidden struggles of motherhood
  • Self-compassion and honest communication

Chapters

  • 00:00 Honest Communication and Accepting Help
]]>be93ad90-359a-45d1-afe3-0fe777f144b0Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:49:14 GMT<p>The Autoimmune Mom podcast explores the hidden struggles of motherhood with autoimmune disease, addressing the challenges, guilt, and isolation faced by mothers. It emphasizes the need for self-compassion, honest communication, and building a support system.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Hidden struggles of motherhood</li><li>Self-compassion and honest communication</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Honest Communication and Accepting Help</li></ul>no00:24:2512Episode 2 Hidden Strugglesfull<![CDATA[Intro]]>Ali Atwell, a mother living with rheumatoid arthritis, shares her experiences and hopes to provide hope and community for others in similar situations. She discusses her diagnosis, challenges, and the impact of the disease on her life and family.

Takeaways

  • Hope and community for mothers with autoimmune diseases
  • The impact of rheumatoid arthritis on motherhood

Chapters

  • 00:00 Motherhood and Family Support
]]>4cbca5c9-c247-4b6d-b734-a1cfc04c8227Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:37:59 GMT<p>Ali Atwell, a mother living with rheumatoid arthritis, shares her experiences and hopes to provide hope and community for others in similar situations. She discusses her diagnosis, challenges, and the impact of the disease on her life and family.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Hope and community for mothers with autoimmune diseases</li><li>The impact of rheumatoid arthritis on motherhood</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Motherhood and Family Support</li></ul>no00:27:0011Introfull