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As we jump into Fall and before the whirlwind of the holidays is upon us, I think it’s a great time to focus on returning to easy, healthy habits that can carry you through the holiday season. Here is what…

  When I gave birth, 8 and 5 ½ years ago, my dream team was my husband along with the luck of the draw on doctor on call and nurse on duty. This is the case for SOOO many women…

  Let’s explore the second element of my R.I.S.E model- Ignite!  It wasn’t until I got re-inspired myself that my mind started clearing and I began to unearth my creativity, passions and feel lit up for reasons beyond being a…

  Going into the archives with this newsletter article from Summer 2023… Debating on resurrecting Surf Mom Strong… but for now I thought this was a wonderful article for the heat of summer, Enjoy! As I embark on my new…

  I want to take a few moments and share something with you that I am so excited to have finally birthed into this world… no it’s not another baby, but it is a program. A program I have mulled…

  2 Things I’d Do Differently for Natural Birth by guest writer Courtney Kessler, OTR/L As a mother of two, each pregnancy and birth were a little bit different. Birthing classes were the best tool that helped me to realize…

There’s 100s of things I wish I had been told but if I had to pick just 1 it is this… Becoming a mother isn’t an overnight thing… except in the physical form.  Yes, one day you don’t have a…

  It’s my Birthday!!  As I get a bit more into, dare I say it…  “Midlife”… I find myself deeply reflective around my birthday. Instead of shopping, going for a pedicure or massage and heading out for a big celebration,…

  I’ve had several long drives while on our month-long journey and here is a list of my 10 biggest lessons from my 30’s. My voice matters- What I have to say is important and valuable no matter what anyone…