Hey, Mama, in today's episode, we’re sitting down with Julie Bender from thejuliebender.com to dive into the life-changing practice of praying for your husband. As Christian moms, we often juggle so much that our marriages can feel strained—but prayer can shift everything.

Join Julie Bender and Natalie as they explore the power of intercessory prayer, drawing from Julie’s deeply moving journey through the loss of her first husband, healing, and remarriage, as shared in her work and ministry.

Julie opens up about how prayer became her anchor after losing her first husband, guiding her through grief and into a restored future with a new marriage. Through heartfelt stories and Scripture, she reveals how praying for your husband can deepen your connection, dissolve resentment, and invite God’s peace into your home.

Listen along as you discover the beauty of lifting up your husband in prayer, freeing yourself from overwhelm and embracing a marriage rooted in faith. God’s love and grace are ready to work miracles in your heart and home—you don’t have to do it alone.

Julie is a believer, a wifey (formerly widowed), a mama, and an oversharer. As both a podcast host and recent author, she strives to be bold in everything: her lipstick and lashes, opinions, mistakes and wins, and sharing truth rooted in faith. Her life hasn’t been easy, but she's learned how to embrace her story, and in that, found healing and her true self. Her personal mantra is #beboldandjustbeyou so she shares her heart, humor, and frequent embarrassing moments willingly. She's winging it. Motherhood, her eyeliner, dinner plans, everything. She co-hosts Smart Living With Grit and Grace Podcast, hosts The Julie Bender Show Podcast, wrote When Marriage Is Hard and produces a video series for wives called #prayingforyourhusanddaily.

Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout find joy in their motherhood journey!

Julie’s Links:

Website: https://thejuliebender.com

Julie's Book

The Julie Bender podcast

Smart Living with Grit and Grace podcast

#prayingforyourhusbanddaily

Follow on Instagram: @thejuliebender

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Connect with Natalie:

Natalie’s Website: nataliehixson.com
Instagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoach
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YouTube: @angrymamacoach

Acknowledgements:

Producer and editor: Skye Hixson

Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com

Hey, Mama, in today's episode, we are chatting with author Sandra Byrd! We are discussing the pressure on mamas in society and Christian circles to be perfect to be accepted. But the truth is we will never be perfect in this life—and we don’t have to be.

Join Sandra Byrd and Natalie as they discuss what's behind Sandra's newest devotional, More Than Enough: 90 Devotions for Loving Yourself as God Loves You.

Sandra's new book explores the importance of loving yourself the way God does, while dismantling toxic perfectionism through heartfelt stories and Scripture that teach you that you don’t have to keep striving.

Listen along as you discover the importance of loving yourself the way God does, freeing yourself from unrealistic standards, unhealthy self-talk, and unattainable perfectionism. God’s grace and unconditional love already call you more than enough.

Sandra, author of over fifty books, has earned a starred review from Publishers Weekly, multiple Library Journal starred reviews and Best Book selections, the Historical Novel Society’s Editor’s Choice award, two Christy Award nominations, a BookPage Top Pick for Romance, and a spot on Booklist’s Top Ten Inspirational Books of the Year. Her devotionals, including The One Year Home and Garden Devotions, The One Year Experiencing God’s Love Devotional, and the bestselling tween devotional One Year Between You and God, are highly acclaimed, with the latter two named must-reads by Called Magazine.

As an editor and writing coach, Sandra mentors writers at all stages via sandrabyrdbookcoach.com. A foodie, Sandra cooks inspired by her books’ themes, collects vintage glass and serve ware, and enjoys walks with her husband and Sunday Suppers with her family.

Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout find joy in their motherhood journey!

Sandra's Links:

Website: sandrabyrd.com

Sandra's Devotional: More Than Enough

Facebook: @AuthorSandraByrd

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Connect with Natalie:

Natalie’s Website: nataliehixson.com
Instagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoach
Pinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixson
YouTube: @angrymamacoach

Acknowledgements:

Producer and editor: Skye Hixson

Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com

In this episode, Natalie is celebrating 50 episodes! She starts with a life update, reflecting on a busy summer in Montana, family milestones, and my journey of faith.

Then moves to explore moving from unhealthy coping mechanisms to healthier emotional processing through daily soul refreshers and transformative prayer. Learn how shifting from fear-based to faith-filled prayers can bring peace and joy to your motherhood journey.

Plus, updates on her upcoming book, group program, and season 2 wrap-up!

Key Takeaways:

• Daily soul refreshers and consistent Bible reading anchor spiritual and emotional growth.
• Praying with gratitude and surrender transforms fear into peace, renewing your motherhood.
• Challenge: Shift your prayers to focus on faith and God’s plan for joyful, surrendered living.

Links & Resources:

• Related episode: Refresh Your Soul to Calm the Rage
• Group program (Sept 29 - Dec 12): Apply Now
• Passage of the Year: Ephesians 5:15-20 (ESV)
• Contact: DM on Instagram or email natalie@nataliehixson.com with questions or thoughts.

Call to Action: Thank you for joining me on this journey! Your likes, subscriptions, and reviews help this podcast reach more mamas struggling with anger worldwide. Please take a moment to support the show and share this message of hope and renewal in motherhood.

Current Projects:

• Book: Hard deadline January 1, 2026; launching September 2026!
• Podcast: Season 2 wraps up in November 2025.
• Group Program: Enrollment opens September 1, 2025, for the program running September 29 - December 12, 2025. Price will be increasing in January 2026!

Prayer Challenge: This week, transform your prayers to reflect faith and gratitude. Instead of praying from fear, try this: “Lord, I feel anxious and overwhelmed. Thank you for working in my life and my family’s challenges. I trust Your plan for our good and Your glory. Grant me peace and align my desires with Yours. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Stay Connected: I’d love to hear how this prayer challenge impacts your motherhood! Reach out via DM or email with your thoughts or questions.

Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!

Connect with Natalie:

Natalie’s Website: nataliehixson.com
Instagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoach
Pinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixson
YouTube: @angrymamacoach

Acknowledgements:

Producer and editor: Skye Hixson

Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com

Hey, Mama, today's episode is for you and your husband! Tune in for a straight-up, heartfelt chat with Dr. Jon Welton, theologian, co-author of The Bulletproof Husband. Jon gets real about the tough spots in his marriage, sharing how he tackled challenges, worked through shame, and rebuilt his relationship stronger than ever with the principles of The Bulletproof Husband.

Jonathan has emerged as a man of humility and integrity, marked by a fresh outpouring of grace on his life. His story of redemption has touched thousands, particularly men and couples navigating the difficulties of marriage and ministry. Few leaders recover from public failure with such authenticity, and Jonathan's openness about how the Lord broke him down and rebuilt him has brought healing to countless lives, cementing his testimony as a beacon of hope and restoration.

Listen in to learn how Jon's story offers hope and practical advice to help you strengthen your marriage.

Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.

Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout find joy in their motherhood journey!

Jon's Links:

Website: jonwelton.com/uncommonleaders

Bulletproof Husband: bulletproofhusband.com

The Book:

Bulletproof Husband Book*

*Amazon affiliate link

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Connect with Natalie:

Natalie’s Website: nataliehixson.com
Instagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoach
Pinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixson
YouTube: @angrymamacoach

Acknowledgements:

Producer and editor: Skye Hixson

Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com

Join Natalie for an inspiring episode featuring Purpose Driven Mama, Cara Harvey! Together, they explore what it means to live a purpose-driven life, the surprising impact of just 15 minutes a day, and how to uncover the real reasons behind feeling like there’s never enough time. This episode is a must-listen for Christian moms seeking to boost productivity while thriving in faith and motherhood.

Cara is a wife, mom to a 18-year-old stepson, 9-year-old daughter, 7-year-old son, and a woman of God. She works as a productivity coach for work at home moms and her mission is to provide women with the tools, resources, and community to reach their goals, empower themselves, find their happiness, and live a life by design. She does this via her blog, podcast "The Purpose Driven Mom Show", virtual community groups, and e-courses that help moms figure out how to grow and scale a business without hustle, shame, or guilt.

Listen in to learn how Cara is guiding moms to thrive with purpose!

Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.

Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout find joy in their motherhood journey!

Cara's Links:

WEBSITE: apurposedrivenmom.com

PODCAST: A Purpose Driven Mom Podcast

FACEBOOK

FACEBOOK GROUP

INSTAGRAM: @apurposedrivenmom

TIKTOK: @purposedrivenmom

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Connect with Natalie:

Natalie’s Website: nataliehixson.com
Instagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoach
Pinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixson
YouTube: @angrymamacoach

Acknowledgements:

Producer and editor: Skye Hixson

Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com

Natalie is sharing how she helps mamas who come to her seeking help to overcome destructive anger and burnout. Today's episode is a replay of episode 27.

Natalie explains in depth how she coaches mamas through her Motherhood Restored program. She shares her clients' experiences who have overcome their destructive behaviors and found real transformation, relief, growth, and joy working with Natalie in her program.

This episode will answer questions about how to work with Natalie and what it looks like walking through her program.

Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.

Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!

Next Steps! Click HERE and Join The Motherhood Restored Coaching Program.

Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!

Connect with Natalie:

Natalie’s Website: nataliehixson.com
Instagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoach
Pinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixson
YouTube: @angrymamacoach

Acknowledgements:

Producer and editor: Skye Hixson

Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com

Today, Natalie has the privilege of hosting Mia Wisinski. They discuss how to process emotions and connect with your children in a way that helps you both regulate your emotions while having fun and creating joyful experiences together.

Mia is the heart behind Playful Heart Parenting — a mom and stepmom whose background in theatre and songwriting as a performer and educator deeply shapes her approach to parenting. Her style is rooted in connection, creativity, and a whole lot of laughter.

Though Mia carried her playful spirit into adulthood, it took a hit when she unexpectedly became a stepmom and felt immense pressure to “get it right.” That moment kicked off an eight-year journey of reclaiming playfulness — a journey that’s since helped hundreds of thousands of parents do the same.

Today, she helps parents reconnect with their kids (and themselves) through simple, silly moments of play. Above all, Mia believes we all deserve joy and that playfulness is one of the most overlooked — and most powerful — tools in the positive parenting toolbox.

Mia's methods for working through challenging situations with your kids are both enjoyable and refreshing! You are sure to love and laugh through this episode!

Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.

Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout find joy in their motherhood journey!

Find Mia at:

Instagram: @playfulheartparenting

Sponsor:

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Equip yourself for the busy school year with a new mindset! YES! You, me, the Lord, and a few other mamas are going to work together to help you change destructive patterns into healthy patterns so you can take a deep breath and actually ENJOY being a wife and mama!

The Motherhood Restored Program - Next Group Start July 7, 2025! Apply HERE!

Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!

Connect with Natalie:

Natalie’s Website: nataliehixson.com
Instagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoach
Pinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixson
YouTube: @angrymamacoach

Acknowledgements:

Producer and editor: Skye Hixson

Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com

Summer brings big changes for Christian mamas, whether your kids are home from school or you’re switching up your homeschool routine. In this episode, Natalie shares how to navigate the summer schedule transition with grace and find peace in the chaos. With practical tips and biblical encouragement, you’ll learn how to embrace a messier home, lighten your schedule, and slow down to savor simple moments with your kids. Natalie also shares a personal story about letting her kids’ LEGOs take over the dining room and offers her Trigger Tracker to help you manage those trigger-y summer moments. Tune in to discover how to make this summer joyful and restful, leaning on God’s promise of rest.

Key Points

• Understand the Summer Shift: Whether your kids are home from school or you’re adjusting homeschool routines, summer can feel chaotic. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed, but you can reframe this season as a gift to slow down and connect with your kids.
• Practical Tips for a Slower Summer:
  1. Embrace a Messier Home: Let go of the pressure for a spotless house. Try a 15-minute daily “reset” with your kids and remember that messes are signs of your blessings (Psalm 127:3).
  2. Lighten the Schedule: Avoid overpacking with activities. Choose 1-2 meaningful outings per week and leave room for spontaneity (Ecclesiastes 3:1).
  3. Build Simple Connection Moments: Prioritize presence with low-effort activities like reading or a backyard picnic. Use everyday moments to share God’s love (Deuteronomy 6:7).
  4. Protect Your Peace: Watch for triggers of anger or overwhelm. Pause to pray and use the Trigger Tracker to respond with grace (Matthew 11:28).
• Personal Story: Natalie shares how letting her kids’ LEGOs take over the dining room one summer helped her embrace the mess and find joy in the moment.
• Biblical Encouragement: Lean on God’s promise of rest in Matthew 11:28: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

Do You Have a Critical Heart, Mama?

Help! I’m Angry Now: Calm Mom Anger in the Moment

Destructive Anger on Wheels: Dealing with Mom Rage in the Car With Kids

Staying Calm Through Tattling & Sibling Rivalry

Refresh Your Soul to Calm the Mom Anger and Rage

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Connect with Natalie:

Natalie’s Website: nataliehixson.com
Instagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoach
Pinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixson
YouTube: @angrymamacoach

Acknowledgements:

Producer and editor: Skye Hixson

Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com