195. The Truth About Mom Guilt, Trauma, and Why You're Triggered By Your Kids with Melissa Pemberton
What if your overwhelm, your mom guilt, and even your biggest business blocks are rooted in unresolved trauma? In this powerful and eye-opening episode, I sit down with Melissa Pemberton, social worker and host of Mending Families Podcast, to explore how childhood trauma impacts motherhood, entrepreneurship, and the nervous system—and most importantly, what we can do about it.
Melissa shares her personal story of becoming a mother at 19, navigating generational trauma, and the pivotal turning points that led to her healing journey. Together, we discuss how trauma can silently shape your reactions, parenting style, and even your business decisions—and how regulation, repair, and self-compassion can create lasting transformation.
Whether you're a mompreneur trying to do it all or a woman on a journey to break cycles and build a different future, this episode will meet you where you are—with empathy, honesty, and actionable support.
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- How trauma shows up in motherhood and business without us realizing it
- The science behind nervous system regulation (and why it’s key for moms)
- Simple, practical tools to regulate your nervous system and help your kids do the same
- How to identify red flags that signal it’s time to heal
- The difference between guilt and shame—and how to stop beating yourself up
- Ways to model emotional regulation and repair in your home
- Why healing your own trauma is the most impactful business and parenting strategy
🔗 Connect with Melissa Pemberton:
- 🎧 Listen to the Mending Families Podcast: Available on all platforms
- 🌐 Website & Free Resources: www.mendingfamilieswa.com
- 📥 Get Melissa’s Freebie: 6 Tips to Regulate Your Nervous System
- 📺 YouTube Channel: Mending Families on YouTube
- 📱 Follow Melissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mendingfamilieswa/
🌱 Keep Growing with Angela:
Ready to stop doubting yourself and grow a business that aligns with your life? Visit www.mombusinesscoach.com to connect, explore coaching, or join the GEM Circle for mom entrepreneurs.
🧠 Reflection Question:
Where are you still trying to stay in control as a way to feel safe—and what might shift if you allowed more regulation and grace into your life?
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Thank you for listening and keep up the great work, mama!
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