Are you a mama walking through chronic pain or invisible illness while trying to love your husband and kids well? You’re not alone, and there is real hope.

In this raw and encouraging episode, I sit down with author and disability advocate Sydney Anne Bennett to talk about her journey with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). Just weeks after her honeymoon, Sydney’s life changed dramatically as she began experiencing daily seizures, chronic pain, and mobility challenges while stepping into motherhood.

Sydney shares honestly about how chronic pain affects emotional processing in marriage and with her kids, the guilt and grief that come with it, and what it looks like to keep showing up as a wife and mom even when your body won’t cooperate. We talk about releasing mom guilt, redefining “good motherhood,” and holding onto faith when life feels broken.

If you battle invisible illness, chronic pain, fear, or feel alone in your suffering, this episode is for you. You’ll walk away with practical hope and biblical truth that points you toward real restoration.

Grab your coffee (even if it’s cold and reheated) and press play. You’ll finish this episode feeling encouraged and less alone.

If this episode blessed you, please like, subscribe, rate, and review so we can help more hurting mamas find hope and restoration in their motherhood journey!

Sydney's Links:

sydneyannebennett.com

Grab Sydney Anne's Book HERE!

Follow Sydney Anne on Instagram @the.annegirl

Sponsor:

The Motherhood Restored Program

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Connect with Natalie:
Natalie’s Website: nataliehixson.com
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YouTube: @angrymamacoach

Acknowledgements:
Producer and editor: Natalie Hixson
Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com

Hey Mama!

Have you ever felt disconnected from your child because of past mom rage? You’re not alone. In this encouraging solo episode, Healing the Bond Mom Rage Broke With Your Child, we’re diving into how to rebuild that precious mother-child relationship through prayer, humility, repentance, and the grace of Jesus.

A mom recently shared: “Sometimes, because of the mom rage I’ve felt with my daughter, I don’t feel as connected with her. I’d love any recommendations on how to foster our relationship so as she gets older, we’re both not feeling that.” If this resonates with you, this episode is for you.

We talk about starting with prayer to heal hearts first, the important mindset shift from forcing friendship to modeling Jesus, practical ways to reconnect at every age, and how to repair quickly after blow-ups. You’ll walk away with real hope, biblical truth, and simple next steps to restore connection.

Grab your coffee and press play—you’ll finish this episode feeling encouraged, equipped, and ready to take one small step toward healing.

Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help more discouraged and angry mamas find hope and restoration in their motherhood journey!

Motherhood Restored – 10-week group coaching program

The next group starts July 13th, 2026!

Click HERE for the details and to apply for the program!

Links Mentioned:

Life with an Angry Mom: Interview with Natalie’s Oldest Daughter

Can You Over Apologize to Your Kids? Natalie’s Oldest Daughter Answers Your Questions

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Connect with Natalie:
Natalie’s Website: nataliehixson.com
Instagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoach
Facebook: facebook.com/angrymamacoach
YouTube: @angrymamacoach

Acknowledgements:
Producer and editor: Natalie Hixson
Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com

Hey Mama!

Are you carrying resentment toward your own mom and noticing how it’s affecting your parenting? In this powerful solo episode, Forgiveness That Heals Your Parenting, we’re diving deep into how true forgiveness can set you free and transform your home.

A mom recently shared with me: “I have realized lately that I do think I have some resentment towards my mom. In some ways, I blame her for my parenting challenges.” If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. We talk about why unforgiveness fuels anger and burnout, how to develop real empathy and compassion, and what it actually looks like to fully release past hurts.

You’ll learn practical tools for validating your feelings, stopping the cycle of reactivity with your kids, and walking in the freedom Jesus offers. We also answer common questions about forgiveness and share a simple but powerful homework assignment from Scripture.

Grab your coffee and press play, you’ll finish this episode feeling lighter, more hopeful, and equipped to forgive.

Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other discouraged and angry mamas find hope and restoration in their motherhood journey!

Resources & Links:

• Free Trigger Tracker – Download here! You’ll also be notified when the next 30-Day Reset and Motherhood Restored program opens!
• Motherhood Restored – 10-week group coaching program opening July
• How to Calm Anger in the Moment - SIT & Pray

Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!

Connect with Natalie:
Natalie’s Website: nataliehixson.com
Instagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoach
Facebook: facebook.com/angrymamacoach
YouTube: @angrymamacoach

Acknowledgements:
Producer and editor: Natalie Hixson
Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com