In this deeply moving and courage-filled episode of The Survivor’s Voice, Emma shares her story of chronic illness, reproductive trauma, infertility, and the long road toward healing. Both physically and spiritually. From childhood autoimmune struggles and undiagnosed Lyme disease to years of debilitating reproductive pain, Emma’s life was marked by suffering that often went unseen and unexplained.
Emma opens up about living with endometriosis and adenomyosis long before she had language for them, enduring years of medical dismissal, isolation, and survival-mode living. She shares how these conditions shaped her adolescence, marriage, and early years of infertility, as well as the toll they took on her identity, faith, and sense of safety in her own body.
Through it all, Emma reflects on the role of faith, perseverance, and unwavering support, especially from her husband, as she navigated misdiagnoses, repeated hospitalizations, pregnancy loss, and eventually, miraculous pregnancies. Her story does not shy away from the complexity of healing: the physical therapies, surgeries, trauma work, forgiveness, and spiritual surrender required to reclaim quality of life.
This episode is a powerful testimony to the reality that healing is rarely linear—but it is possible. Emma’s story offers hope to women walking through chronic pain, infertility, and faith-tested seasons, reminding listeners that survival does not have to be the final chapter.
Your Host: Angie Sedore
Our Guest: Emma Brannen
Trigger Warning
This episode includes discussions of chronic illness, reproductive trauma, infertility, miscarriage, medical procedures, pain, and emotional distress. Listener discretion is advised. The views expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast.
Disclaimer
The Survivor’s Voice Podcast provides a platform for survivors to share their personal stories in their own words. The views, opinions, and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Survivor’s Voice, its hosts, or production team. This podcast is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. If you are struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional.
What to Expect:
· Growing up with chronic illness and undiagnosed autoimmune disease
· Living with endometriosis and adenomyosis without answers
· How reproductive trauma and pain shaped marriage and identity
· Infertility, miscarriage, and navigating high-risk pregnancies
· The role of faith, forgiveness, and trauma-informed healing
· Learning to live in a healed body after years of survival
Key Takeaways:
· Chronic pain does not define your worth or future
· Healing often requires addressing both body and soul
· Advocacy matters—especially when you’re too weak to advocate for yourself
· Faith can coexist with fear, grief, and unanswered questions
· Survival seasons can give way to restored life

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