Tell us about your family.

My husband (Brad) and I met in 2011 and got married in 2016. We have a 4 month old baby (Elias) and 2 dogs (Emmett and Otto).

How did you meet your partner?

We met working at a movie theater concession stand.

Where are you originally from?

Massachusetts

Tell us about your current or previous career.

I am in training to become a Psychologist. So I spend some time working with people in mental health settings, some time doing research studies, and some time in classes.

How did you find FIT4MOM and what do you love about it?

I found Fit4Mom through a Google search and I love how welcoming everyone has been! It felt like an instant community of moms.

If your nickname was your pregnancy craving(s), what would it be?

Pasta

Where is your favorite place to travel?

We did a cross-country road trip a few years ago, and my favorite part was Yellowstone.

What is your favorite tv show, podcast, or book?

My favorite 2 podcasts are Office Ladies and Psychology in Seattle.

What is your favorite local place for family outings?

Downtown Chagrin Falls is a fun area to walk around.

What five items do you always buy when you go to the grocery store?

Bread, apples, ice cream, almonds, and oat milk.

What is your proudest moment as a mom?

When Elias laughed for the first time.

What's one thing you would go back and tell yourself as a new mom?

I would tell myself that it's going to take longer than I thought to adjust to the transition of becoming a parent, but that every week will get easier as you get to know your baby better.