Who are the members of your family?
My husband, Kate and I. We also have a water turtle named Nemo.
What is or was your career?
I work, when I can, with my husband at our family business. I am also the Sunday school Coordinator at my church. I have been doing this for 14 years now. I teach 3, 4, & 5 year olds. It is such a rewarding job.
How long have you been a member of Stroller Strides and what has it done for you?
I joined Stroller Strides in May, so I guess it has been about 5 months. I love it! I love the idea to be able to work out with my child. I have enjoyed meeting all the Stroller Strides moms. It is nice to have other moms to get advice from and just talk to about everyday things with. I can’t wait until Kate is a little bit older so she can play with all the other kids. Many friendships are going to be made from this wonderful group.
What is something that has surprised you about motherhood?
Well, I knew that I would be sleep deprived, but I never realized how much! And the fact that I am still able to function on such little sleep is a big surprise! Also, how much more laundry such a little person creates!
Favorite website(s)?
Facebook- I love keeping up with my friends. Pinterest- I love this site, I have gotten lots of great ideas from it. Babycenter- I like to read about the different stages that Kate is in as she grows, I also like to see what other moms are saying. Any food sites- I am always looking for new recipes to try out!
List three current obsessions.
I guess you could say I am a little obsessed with putting bows in Kate’s hair. Sadly she is about at the age where she is starting to pull them out. 2- I love to scrapbook! I am always buying new stickers and paper. But, since Kate arrived I haven’t had as much time to spend on this. Hopefully she will one day take longer naps and I can take advantage to that time to catch up! 3- Of course I am 100% obsessed with Kate. I love her tons and love spending time with her. It is so much to watch her grow and learn new things!
What is your child's favorite thing about you or favorite thing that you do?
Kate is an active baby so she just loves when you play and sing to her. She likes to get out and go for a walk or shopping, any place that she can watch people! She always laughs when you play peek-a-boo too!
Any tips for other moms out there?
I am a first time mom and I am still figuring out this for myself. I don’t know if I have many tips to offer. Every child is different and I have found that you can take other advice and try something but usually, in the end, it is something totally different that ends up working. Trial and error is the stage I am in right now. Just go with the flow is what I always say! I do know though that some days I would never make it if I didn’t take a nap when Kate does. That makes a world of difference!
