A Healthy Villa, Merrimack, NH (2026)

01/02/2026

2026 is here and I personally am excited for a new year.

It feels like the first year in several years where I’m not holding my breath waiting for something.

Navigating infertility in 2024 and pregnancy in 2025 while juggling a demanding marketing career and completing a 2-year board certification process for health coaching left me mentally, physically and emotionally tired. It was a multi-year sprint!

This year I feel like I can come back to myself again.

Passing the coaching boards in August, finally meeting my daughter in Nov and being on maternity leave the last couple of months has given me a chance to BREATHE again.

I feel like my nervous system is being reset. With that has come the desire to create connection again.

With friends.
With family.
In my work.
With myself.
With my kids.
With my husband.

I didn’t have the time (or free hands) to create a vision board for 2026 yet but the feelings I’m chasing this year are: community, alignment, impact, and joy.

If it doesn’t fall into one of those categories (or multiple), it’s not happening.

Note: this picture is of me on my honeymoon in 2023 right before we started trying to conceive again. I do not look like this 2 months postpartum! But it is an inspo pic reminding me of what I achieved after my last pregnancy and one that gives me motivation as I tackle the remaining 20 lbs I want to lose post-baby.

12/11/2025

Self-care in postpartum looks like…

Not bubble baths and endless “me time.”
It looks like the small, unglamorous, choices that help you feel human again. 💛

✨ A hot shower every single day (non-negotiable).
✨ A 20-minute walk outside to remember there’s a world beyond the couch.
✨ Taking the nap
✨ Doing things that remind you you’re more than just a milk dispenser — fresh hair, clean nails, teeth whitening strips, a face mask… whatever makes you feel you.
✨ That daily Starbucks you refuse to apologize for.
✨ Organizing a room in your house so something — anything — feels in order.
✨ Nourishing your body with real food… and maybe finally ditching the Doritos habit.

Postpartum self-care isn’t fancy.
It’s survival, sprinkled with tiny moments of joy.

11/16/2025

Meet Quinn!

The last 2 weeks have been a whirlwind settling into a new routine with baby girl while also recovering from birth and a rare injury from delivery that led to a nerve compression in my left leg. I definitely did not have a leg/foot injury on my childbirth bingo card but general prognosis is that I should mostly recover within 6-12 weeks, though can take longer depending on severity of the nerve damage.

Luckily I still have pretty good mobility, have an ankle brace for improved balance, and already showing early signs of healing.

Other than focusing on recovery, we’re over here burning a hole in my couch as I spend most of my days right now nursing or holding the baby while she sleeps.

As we hit 2 weeks postpartum, my goal is to get more intentional with:

✅ Movement: Daily walks - whatever I can tolerate with my leg. PT exercises and gentle pelvic floor/core exercises to build strength back.
✅ Nutrition: Focus on anti-inflammatory foods, dense nutrients and limiting processed foods
✅ Less screen time: while I’ve enjoyed binge watching (many) hours of shows a day, it’s getting kind of old. Going to switch it up with books during down time.
✅ Rest: we have a nighttime doula starting this week for 2 nights a week, AND I will begin pumping, which will ease the demand on solely me for feeds and give me just enough rest to not be a zombie 🧟

05/30/2025

I’ve been quiet around here lately as life has been a bit crazy!

I haven’t shared much of my fertility journey here over the last 1.5-2 years but after having my daughter in 2021, we struggled with secondary infertility when we started trying for baby 2 in 2023.

After 7 months of trying, we started IVF. My testing came back that I had low egg reserve for my age (35) and both of our jobs had IVF coverage (this was huge!) so we were able to get started right away.

Thankfully we had about as smooth an IVF journey as one can have. One egg retrieval yielded us 10 eggs which ultimately ended up as 2 healthy embryos. And our first embryo transfer took. 🩷

I can’t properly express the emotional highs and lows this fertility/IVF journey can take, nor the physical (a post for another day!) but feeling grateful for this outcome and to welcome Baby V in November!

01/10/2025

🌟 Ready to Take Charge of Your Health? 🌟

I’m offering 4 FREE health coaching sessions to up to 10 people to help YOU create a healthier, happier version of yourself—without overwhelm!

What is Health Coaching?
Health coaching is about empowering you to make sustainable changes in your life. Unlike your doctor, who focuses on diagnosing and treating, a health coach works alongside you to:
✅ Set realistic health goals.
✅ Build habits that last.
✅ Navigate barriers like stress, time, and motivation.
✅ Improve your overall well-being with actionable steps.

Think of it as having a personal cheerleader, accountability partner, and guide to help you navigate challenges and celebrate your wins.

How It Fits with Your Doctor Visits:
Doctors provide the “what”—health advice, diagnoses, and treatments. As a health coach, I guide you through the “how” by:
🔹 Helping you implement your doctor’s recommendations.
🔹 Supporting you in creating a plan that fits your lifestyle.
🔹 Giving you tools to stay consistent and proactive with your health.

Why Work with Me?
As a working mom who has been through every extreme when it comes to health and wellness (I was an obese child/teen, battled an eating disorder, competed in bikini bodybuilding competitions in my 20s, worked to manage gut health problems in my early 30s, pregnancy, etc) I know how important it is to find balance and something that works for YOU.

Limited Spots Available!
I am offering these free sessions for a limited time to complete required hours to obtain my board certification so if you’re ready to invest in yourself, DM me “I’M READY” to claim your free sessions or go to the link in my bio to book your first session . Let’s work together to create a healthier YOU! 💪 No strings attached, these sessions are truly free and no commitment required once complete.

12/31/2024

🎉 Lighten Up Your New Year’s Eve Without Missing Out! 🍤🍸

Who says healthier can’t be just as festive? ✨ Whether you’re hosting or contributing to the party, here are 5 easy tips to keep your apps and drinks delicious and light this New Year’s Eve:

💡 1. Swap the Base Trade high-calorie bases for lighter ones! Use cucumber slices, endive leaves, or zucchini rounds instead of crackers or bread. Think crispy, fresh, and light.
💡 2. Go Big on Flavor Lean on fresh herbs, spices, and citrus for bold taste without the extra calories. Basil, dill, mint, or a squeeze of lime can elevate any dish or drink.
💡 3. Keep It Bite-Sized Mini versions = built-in portion control. Shrimp cocktail, mini Caprese skewers, or bite-sized lettuce wraps let you indulge without overdoing it.
💡 4. Make Drinks Sparkle Skip the sugary mixers and opt for sparkling water, fresh fruit, or a splash of unsweetened juice. A skinny margarita or berry spritzer will have everyone toasting guilt-free! 🍹
💡 5. Don’t Skip the Fun Presentation is EVERYTHING. Fancy garnishes, festive skewers, and colorful ingredients make healthy options feel indulgent. 🎇

Your party can still be full of flavor, color, and flair while setting the tone for a healthy new year ahead! 🥂✨

What’s your favorite way to lighten up party favorites? Drop your tips below! ⬇️

12/17/2024

✨ Low-Cal Holiday Drinks! 🎄🍪

In part 4 of our 10-part healthy holiday swaps series, we talk low-calorie festive drinks of the alcoholic variety!

Pro Tips for Lower-Calorie Drinks:
* Use sugar-free mixers like soda water or diet ginger beer.
* Choose light spirits like vodka, gin, or tequila for a lower-calorie base.
* Sweeten with natural, calorie-free alternatives like stevia or monk fruit.
* Use festive garnishes like cinnamon sticks, cranberries, or citrus to add flavor without extra calories.

Which drink are you going to try? Any other tips you would add?

Ready to tackle your health and wellness goals? I’m offering 4 free health coaching sessions to the first 10 people who DM me “2025”. No strings attached!

12/13/2024

✨ Indulge in holiday cheer? Yes, Please! 🎄🍪

In part 3 of our 10-part healthy holiday swaps series, we talk dessert transformations! Indulging in holiday treats doesn’t have to derail your health goals! With a few simple swaps, you can enjoy your favorite desserts guilt-free. Here are my top tips for making your desserts a little healthier:

1️⃣ Cut Back on Sugar: Swap half the sugar with natural sweeteners like maple syrup, honey, or dates. Your taste buds won’t even notice!

2️⃣ Boost Fiber: Use whole-grain flour, almond flour, or oat flour instead of refined flour to keep you full longer.

3️⃣ Lighten the Fats: Replace butter with unsweetened applesauce, mashed avocado, or Greek yogurt for creamy, moist desserts.

4️⃣ Amp Up Flavor: Add spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or vanilla to enhance sweetness without extra sugar.

5️⃣ Ditch Heavy Cream: Opt for unsweetened almond or coconut milk to cut calories while keeping things rich and creamy.

🎉 Pro Tip: Add fresh fruit or dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher) for an extra nutrient boost without compromising on flavor!

✨ This holiday season, enjoy the treats and feel amazing while doing it! Save this post to make your desserts a little lighter and healthier. 🎁

What’s your go-to holiday dessert? Share below! 👇

Ready to tackle your health and wellness goals? I’m offering 4 free health coaching sessions to the first 10 people who DM me “2025”. No strings attached!

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