The health of a society depends on the health of its mothers and fathers.  However, parenthood presents challenges that can derail our health goals.  Time, energy, and resources may be more limited during this stage of life.  Many of us tend to put the needs and expectations of others first, sacrificing our own mental and physical vitality in the process.  However, neglecting ourselves isn’t a good long-term strategy, for us or for the people we love.

Fortunately, it is possible to take good care of both our families and ourselves.  Establishing healthy practices and mindsets increases our capacity to meet life’s demands and savor the journey.  I work with parents and parents-to-be to build healthy foundations for themselves and their families.  My experience as a mother, obstetric nurse, and health coach informs my work, which is tailored to each client’s vision, values, and personal experiences.  I honor a parent’s intuition as an invaluable tool—a compass and ever-present guide.

If you’re ready to start a family and want to ensure your health is on-track before, during and after pregnancy, I’ll partner with you to lay solid foundations.  We’ll work together to build the habits, knowledge, and skills you need to step confidently into a new chapter.  If you already have children, and you’re noticing health concerns or patterns that you’d like to shift, we’ll work together to find what works best for you and your family.  The focus varies depending on each family’s needs.  We look at dietary habits, movement, sleep, physical environment, professional development, relationships, spiritual & emotional health, and work-life balance.  Building common goals and lifestyle practices can greatly increase the energy and connection within families.