Meet Laura, our May Mama of the Month!

Tell us about your family: There’s me, my husband Kyle, and our two daughters. Violet is 7 1/2, and Luna is 22 months.

How did you meet your husband? We worked for the same Board of Education in Japan.

Where are you originally from? Christchurch, New Zealand

Tell us about your current or previous career. I’m a fifth grade teacher at a school for at-risk learners.

What’s on your Bucket List? Travel to every continent.

If your nickname was your pregnancy craving(s), what would it be? Cheese puff or raspberry.

Where is your favorite place to travel? Million dollar question, but probably home to New Zealand. My family and childhood friends are still there.

What is your favorite hobby? I love reading and cooking. I’m getting into gardening with Violet.

What does motherhood mean to you? Investing in the future.

How did you find FIT4MOM? What classes do you currently attend ? I found it online when Violet was small. We went for a while, then moved and had to stop. We recently rejoined. I go to Stroller Strides and Body Boost, plus Strides 360 when I don’t have work.

How has FIT4MOM impacted your life? I’m stronger and fitter, plus I have a community.

What is your proudest moment as a mom? When I see my children use empathy.

What's one thing you would go back and tell yourself as a new mom? Brand new? It gets better. First couple of years? Relax

Questions for kiddos (Luna - 22 months)

How old is Mommy? “Hi”

What’s something Mommy always says? “No”

What is mom really good at? “What? No”

What’s mom’s favorite thing to do? Growls

What makes you proud of your mom? “No! I have water”