In this episode of Momtroversial, host Alyssa sits down with Audra Phelps — founder of Mama Audra — to talk about leaving the Mormon church, rebuilding her identity from the ground up, and helping other women do the same.

Audra opens up about the moment she began questioning long-held beliefs, the loneliness and grief that came with stepping away from a faith that shaped her entire identity, and how she rebuilt trust in herself after years of conditioning. The conversation moves through mom guilt and parenting with autonomy.

This is an honest, vulnerable conversation about faith, motherhood, and the process of becoming who you actually are underneath what you were taught. Whether you've walked a similar path or are just curious what a faith transition really looks like from the inside, this episode offers real, unfiltered insight.

🎙️ Connect with Audra:

• Mama Audra Website
• Instagram: @mamaaudraofficial
• YouTube: @Mama-Audra

📖 Scripture Referenced:

• John 1 (NIV)
• James 2 (ESV)

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00:00 🎙️ Introduction to Audra Phelps & Her Background

01:59 🛤️ Audra's Journey from Mormon to Coach

06:55 💔 Leaving the Church & the Demand for Support

10:09 👶 Mom Guilt & Beliefs About Children

15:00 🧠 Trusting Yourself & Overcoming Conditioning

20:10 🌱 Parenting with Autonomy & Boundary Setting

25:04 🙏 Faith, Grace & Unconditional Love

29:57 🔍 The Impact of Religious Doctrine on Identity

34:52 😨 Overcoming Fear of Damnation

40:00 ✨ Exploring Different Spiritual Beliefs

44:57 🧭 Building a New Moral Compass for Your Family

50:08 📚 Resources for Ex-Mormon Women

55:00 💬 Closing Thoughts & Momtroversial Moments#MomtroversialPodcast #MomtroversialS2E4 #AudraPhelps#LeavingMormonism #ExMormon #FaithTransition#RebuildingIdentity #MomGuilt #ChristianMotherhood#FaithJourney #ModernMotherhood #MomPodcast#ParentingPodcast #TrustYourself #SpiritualGrowth

⚠️ DISCLAIMER: This episode reflects personal opinions and research only. We are not medical professionals or licensed healthcare providers. This content is not medical advice — please consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any medical decisions for your family.

In this episode of Momtroversial, hosts Alyssa and guest co-host Rachel dive into the controversial and often taboo topic of childhood vaccines. They walk through vaccine ingredients, safety concerns, and the evolving vaccine schedule — from flu and COVID shots to MMR, chicken pox, Hepatitis A, HPV, and the new RSV vaccine.

This isn't about telling you what to do — it's about equipping parents with information so they can make informed, confident decisions for their families. Alyssa and Rachel share their own research, questions, and concerns in a real, unfiltered conversation about a topic most people are afraid to talk about openly.

Whether you vaccinate on schedule, delay, selectively vaccinate, or opt out entirely — this episode is for moms who want to understand the "why" behind the choice, not just follow a schedule blindly.

📚 Resources Mentioned:

• The Vaccine-Friendly Plan
• Just the Inserts
• Full Vaccine Research Guide
• Well Considered Podcast Episode

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⚠️ REMINDER: This content is for informational purposes only and reflects personal opinions, not medical advice. Always consult your child's pediatrician or a licensed healthcare provider before making vaccination decisions.

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⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content in this episode represents personal opinions and lived experiences only. Nothing shared here constitutes medical advice. Please consult your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before making any decisions regarding your child's health.

Alyssa and Rachel are back for Part 2 of their honest, research-driven conversation on childhood vaccines. In this episode, they dig deeper into specific vaccines — including Rotavirus, Polio, Hib, and DTaP — examining historical data, ingredients, and the questions parents often feel they can't ask out loud.

They also explore the relationship between vaccines and SIDS, the role of nutrition in immune health, natural immunity, herd immunity, and how to navigate vaccine reactions. The goal isn't fear — it's empowerment. Because informed parents make better decisions for their families.

If you missed Part 1, start there first — then come back for this one.

🔗 Episode Resources

📘 The Vaccine-Friendly Plan — Book referenced in this episode

💉 Just the Inserts — Read the actual vaccine package inserts

📄 Vaccine Reference Guide — Supplemental research document (Google Doc — personal opinions, not medical advice)

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The views expressed in this episode are those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding your child's health and vaccination decisions.00:00 🎙️ Introduction & Part 2 Overview

02:13 💊 Rotavirus, Polio & Vaccine Convenience

10:43 🛡️ Natural Immunity vs. Vaccination

13:19 📊 Historical Data, Herd Immunity & Vaccine Efficacy

24:27 🥦 Nutrition, Immune Health & Choosing Your Battles

28:40 💉 Hib & DTaP — Risks & Considerations

44:23 ⚠️ Vaccines, SIDS & Parental Concerns

50:41 🧪 Vaccine Ingredients & Reactions

57:12 👶 Fever, Medication & Child Health

59:54 💪 Empowering Parents Through Knowledge & Personal Insights#MomtroversialPodcast #VaccinePart2 #MomtroversialVaccines

#InformedConsent #ParentalRights #VaccineIngredients

#DTaP #HibVaccine #PolioVaccine #RotavirusVaccine

#NaturalImmunity #HerdImmunity #VaccineFriendlyPlan

#ChristianMoms #ModernMotherhood #MomPodcast

#EmpoweredParents #HealthyKids #MindfulParenting

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