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“What do you do” It seems innocent—but for m

“What do you do”
It seems innocent—but for moms in a career shift, it hits a nerve.

Because we live in a world that measures worth by money and output, while motherhood is filled with unpaid and invisible labor.

I used to spiral trying to explain how I spent my time.

Trying to make the endless, emotional, exhausting work of mothering sound like it “counted.” Explaining away my choices and past experiences.

But then I read Neha Ruch (@motheruntitled ) new book, The Power Pause, and it changed everything.

It helped me see the value in the gray space I’m in—the identity-shifting, soul-rearranging season that so many of us mothers of young kids find ourselves in.

In my latest Substack, I unpack the question that sent me spiraling—and the quiet power I’m learning to claim instead.

If you’ve ever felt like your time doesn’t “count,” this one’s for you.
Comment POWER and I’ll DM you the link.
Your presence, your pause, your process—it all matters.

#MomLifeUnfiltered #MentalLoad #InvisibleLabor #MotherhoodIdentity #ThePowerPause #SeenAndSupported #RedefiningMotherhood

Did you know @flysfo has a yoga room?! Mobility an

Did you know @flysfo has a yoga room?! Mobility and meditation work pre flight, yes plz!

No sound, no kids, heaven. #momsneedalonetime

No sound, no kids, heaven. #momsneedalonetime

Moms miss out on a lot of self-care opportunities

Moms miss out on a lot of self-care opportunities because of unrealistic expectations.

Like, if we can’t “clear our mind” why bother meditating?

Mindfulness is the practice of witnessing without story or judgment. You don’t need a $40 yoga class or babysitter to do that.

Step outside and observe. That’s meditating.

“What???? It’s funny!!!”😬😬😬 I’ve

“What???? It’s funny!!!”😬😬😬

I’ve been careful not to talk about food or weight around my kids, but I haven’t been as careful with the self-deprecating jokes…

And now I’m seeing my kids be sensitive about parts of THEIR body that I joked about with my own.

Like not wanting to show their legs after I joked I was blinding everyone with mine.🥺🤦🏻‍♀️

Our words hold immense weight as parents. Our jokes maybe more so.

So this a gentle invitation to us all: Let’s shift our negative self-talk zingers to self-love affirmations🙏🏻

Our kids may not listen to us, but they always hear us.

#bodypositivity #bodypositiveparenting #consciousmotherhood #mindfulmama

We’re so hard on ourselves as moms. Especially w

We’re so hard on ourselves as moms. Especially when it comes to our bodies…

Mothering young children is physical labor !
So what if you didn’t make it to the gym this week, I bet you’ve still been carrying around 30 to 40 pound sandbags 🏋🏻‍♀️

Give yourself some grace that your workouts/yoga/meditation will not look like they used to for this phase.

Doesn’t make them any less powerful or advanced. I’d argue they’re more so.

#mombodlove #postpartumfitness #postpartumbody #selfcompassion #mentalfreedom #maternalmentalhealth

Felt important, might delete later 🙃 #recoveri

Felt important, might delete later 🙃

#recoveringperfectionist #atypemom #maternalmentalhealth #maternalburnout #nervoussystemhealing #mindfulmama

I’m often asked in interviews what my yoga pract

I’m often asked in interviews what my yoga practice looks now that I’m a busy mom.

I think people expect me to tell them what I do with my body, but my answer rarely includes poses or movement.

Yoga is ANYTHING we do in connection. Connection with other, connection with self, connection with Source.

So my daily practice these days is being with my kids. It’s being in nature. My practice is prayer. My practice is heavy lifting at F45. My practice is community.

I haven’t done a handstand since before my first pregnancy, but my practice is the deepest it’s ever been.

#parentingisyoga #yogaofparenting #momselfcare #maternalmentalhealthmatters

#recoveringperfectionist turned #overwhelmedmom I

#recoveringperfectionist turned #overwhelmedmom I see you.

I shared a lot of suggestions but my number 1️⃣ FAVE co-regulation tool is always going to be dancing!

My boys are way bigger these days, but we still do “cuddle and dance” before bed and dining room dance parties when everyone needs some energy discharging!

Reply POST and we’ll send you the full @nypost piece so you can learn even more tips and tricks and accessories to help you and your baby have some calm before sleep.

#calmbaby #dancemeditation #momtips #bedtimeroutineforkids #babysleeptraining

Fridays are for #communityconnection Loved suppor

Fridays are for #communityconnection

Loved supporting fellow mama and F45 member @cassnela last night at the grand opening of her new gorgeous store @cypressmillvalley !

This is a family owned endeavor and literally every good in there has been hand picked by Cass.

From pearl-embossed cat clips, to ceramic space men, to whimsical dresses, and killer jeans, this store has it all.

Although you may need to fight my friend (and @f45_training_sanrafael coach) @anne.nisperos for it 😉

I was thrilled for Cass and her fam, but also the vibes were just incredible!!!! Loved how many F45 members showed up to support and can’t wait to go back and shop!

Thx for @becca_solveig for being my date!

If you’re in the Bay this is a must visit!

#millvalley #cypressmillvalley #momownedsmallbusiness #supportsmalbusiness #f45community #communityhealing

Speaking of maternal rage, I screamed at my little

Speaking of maternal rage, I screamed at my littlest last night…like a full-bodied ROAR…

In this week’s Substack essay, I explore how quickly moms can go from sheer bliss to animal rage when you have young kids.

Comment RAGE to read the full piece.

#maternalrage #postpartumrage #mentalloadofmotherhood #maternalmentalhealth #momsneedabreaktoo

I will always choose my #pelvicfloor over any move

I will always choose my #pelvicfloor over any movement offered to me in a group fitness class.

A common pattern I see (and do myself) in plank (ESPECIALLY when we add in weights or bands) is a pushing out of the stomach on the exhale, in an effort to “brace the core.”

Bracing our core is as much about proper intra-abdominal pressure, as it is about abdominal engagement.

What a lot of people do in plank (especially if a weight is added to it, like a #renegaderow ) is push outward on their exhale. And this often goes hand in hand with bearing down in the pelvic floor, which can lead to a host of issues down the line…

⚠️ Disclaimer: Now, everyone is different and there are no 100% causalities. But personally I notice more leaking with myself and clients when we force planks and repeatedly let our abdominals bulge out on the exhales.

Try this instead:
1️⃣ Put your knees down: Either in a table or a supported Plank and practice proper breathing here, before adding in any movement.
2️⃣ If rowing, prioritize stability: Notice if you’re wobbling to compensate for the lifted arm. Put your knees down or practice without a weight.
3️⃣ Skip the row and play with the cross-lateral weight drag: This is great in plank if rowing is throwing things too off balance.

Again, everybody is different and you need to get to know what your patterns are.

The most important thing is becoming aware of what you’re doing when you do it and then making empowering choices even (and especially) in public classes.

#perimenopause #fitmom #coretraining #momfitness #hiitforwomen #postpartumfit

Are you a mom of young kids who’s unknowingly se

Are you a mom of young kids who’s unknowingly self-sabotaging getting the support you need?

Check out these 5 common mistakes moms make when asking for help that are keeping you stuck.

From silent suffering to overwhelming guilt, it’s time to set energetic boundaries and reclaim your power.

Which mistake hits home? Comment below!

#MomBurnout #OverwhelmedMom #MomLifeBalance #recoveringpeoplepleaser #SetBoundaries #EnergeticBoundaries

Stop! Put down your phone and transform your schoo

Stop! Put down your phone and transform your school pick up experience in minutes.

Instead of doomscrolling or cranking out more emails in the car line, try this Yoga Snack—a quick reset that actually fills your cup:

✨ Three Senses Meditation ✨
1️⃣ See – Name 3 things around you.
2️⃣ Hear – Tune in to 3 distinct sounds.
3️⃣ Feel – Notice 3 physical sensations (breeze on your skin, seat under you, heartbeat).

The transformation? Picking up your kid much more present, patient, and calm.

Less scattered. More YOU.

Try it today and tell me how you feel after! ⬇️

#MindfulMom #MomLifeBalance #StressReliefForMoms #SelfCareForMoms #PeacefulParenting #MindfulParenting #MomBurnout #YogaEverywhere #InnerCalm

A love to letter to all my amazing mom friends far

A love to letter to all my amazing mom friends far and wide. Female friendship is so healing. 🤍

#momssupportmoms #femalefriendship #momfriend #momlife

I’ve shared a LOT of private things online. Thi

I’ve shared a LOT of private things online.

Things we’re told to keep quiet about. Things that make people uncomfortable. Things that, when spoken aloud, may change how others see me.

But silence doesn’t heal. Isolation doesn’t mend.

I share my story because too many of us suffer alone, thinking no one else understands. I share because motherhood can feel like a lonely island, but it doesn’t have to be.

Not everyone will get it. Some will judge. That’s okay. I don’t share for their approval.

I share for those who feel unseen. I share for my kids. And maybe, one day, I share for you.

#maternalmentalhealth #mentalhealthrecovery #communityhealing #shareyourtruth #motherhoodunfiltered

I went to a mom-focused wellness event curated by

I went to a mom-focused wellness event curated by @wellawayretreats on Sunday at @citrineca here in Marin.

It started with a panel hosted by @wellawayretreats cofounder @mnbaum1 and had speakers, @jennazhermans, author of “Chaos to Calm,” and @cimerankapur, founder and CEO of Potion, discussing the intersection between productivity and wellness.

And then finished with a beautiful ceremony led by Citrine owner @karynholland22

Looking around that room, I was struck by the collective power.

I loved seeing @jeannelouisepilates and @andreabogart and was grateful to have my friend @becca_solveig by my side.

What I realized is that when women gather in spaces like this, something magical happens. We begin to see ourselves through each other’s eyes—not as the overwhelmed mom trying to do it all, but as the powerful, capable empress we truly are.

The transformation happens when we ask ourselves (as Jenna suggested) , “What would my empress do?” She wouldn’t apologize for taking time for herself. She wouldn’t diminish her dreams or capabilities. She would own her power while nurturing those she loves.

These collective moments of wisdom-sharing create ripples that extend far beyond that room. When one woman steps into her power, she gives permission for others to do the same. That’s the true transformation that happens when women gather—we remind each other of our inherent worthiness and unlimited potential.

My empress will definitely be attending more of these events, absorbing the collective wisdom, and bringing it back to both her home and the world beyond. Because maybe the answer isn’t choosing between being present at home OR engaged in the world—perhaps it’s recognizing that our empress energy can transform both spaces simultaneously.

#WellnessWisdom #maternalmentalhealth #MomLife #WomenEmpowerment #MarinMoms #WellnessEvent

Moms are burnt out—not just from doing it all, b

Moms are burnt out—not just from doing it all, but from the mental gymnastics of asking for what they need.

Instead of simply saying, “I need help with dinner tonight,” we either don’t say anything and expect people to read our minds…

Or we over-explain, apologize, and twist ourselves into knots trying to make sure no one is upset. By the time we’re done, we’re even more exhausted—and sometimes, we’ve talked ourselves out of asking at all.

Energy (prana) is a finite resource and every extra word drains it.

As my Alanon sponsor always says, “Say things in 10 words or less.” The less you explain, the more powerful your boundaries become.

Have you ever over explained yourself into trouble? I do this ALL the time. 🙆🏻‍♀️ Share below and let’s have a laugh together.

#MomLife #energymanagement #momselfcare #boundarysetting #maternalmentalhealth

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