I am a proud Polish-American woman (anyone want to learn how to make pierogi?), who hails from the great city of Detroit, Michigan (ain't no party like a DEEEEEtroit party...'cause a Detroit party don't stop!). We are a Navy family that was transplanted here Halloween of 2023 (Hooyah, fellow milspouses!). I have a background as an Occupational Therapist and now co-owning/leading this phenomenal tribe!
Why did you start coming to Fit4Mom?
I started doing Mommy & Me fitness classes when we were stationed in San Diego under the loving wisdom and advice of a close milspouse friend. She encouraged me to be brave and get out there in order to learn how to have a life outside of the house with our newborn son. I was so overwhelmed during the pregnancy that I shied away, but she continued to love me hard and meet me where I was to encourage me to try this kind of tribe because she was moving soon. The first class was full of nerves and uneasiness, but all the women were incredibly kind and welcoming fully into such a tribe. I fell in love and quickly realized this is the village my mom always talked about and that I was exposed to while growing up.
When we moved here, I immediately started searching for something similar because I knew I needed to get plugged into a village ASAP. Fit4Mom was just that- warm, welcoming, a way for me to self-care and find community for myself and my son.
Favorite Class?
I am a fan of Stroller Strides for the community, Barre because it reminds me of my dance days as a kid, and of Body Ignite for the ability to really focus on self care.
Favorite Mom Hack:
1) Pack ALL the snacks- for yourself and for your little!
2) Give yourself Grace & Space, Mama!!
You are a *beverage* goblin...what 3 drinks are in front of you?
Hydration: Water with fresh, squeezed lemons; no ice
Energy: 2 shots of espresso with caramel coffee and caramel coffee creamer
For Fun: Non-alcoholic would be an Arnold Palmer! (unsweetened ice tea because I am sweet enough); Alcoholic would a classic G&T, heavy lime twist.
