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The Autoimmune Mom Podcast

Join host Ali Atwell as she shares stories from women navigating autoimmune disease, parenting, treatment decisions, advocacy, and the challenges of building a meaningful life while managing chronic illness.

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Recent Episodes

My Insurance Nightmare as an Autoimmune Mom
June 9, 2026

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 Te...
How Faith Carried Jenna Schutt Through Her Healing Journey
June 3, 2026

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 rel...
Mariah of Mamas Facing Forward on Parenting at Every Stage of Mother.
May 20, 2026

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 earl...
Thy Da - Nervous System Regulation and Autoimmune Disease
May 13, 2026

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 he...
Monique - Diagnosed at 6 years old with RA
May 1, 2026

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 ...
Managing the Fear of New Medication/Treatment
April 22, 2026

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 o...
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