How did you come up with the idea for Über Moms?
I founded Über Moms because I felt lost in motherhood. I wanted to get back into shape, become an athlete again, and to be more than “just” my children’s mother. And I wanted to inspire other moms to do the same, so I formed Über Moms to be a place where moms could come together, support each other, and focus on health and fitness. Über Moms quickly became my passion project.
I was shocked and horrified with the changes in my body, loneliness, and loss of identity. If I dared to discuss my insecurities or reveal my anguish, I was shunned and led to believe my feelings were too negative and exaggerated.
I was between careers, and it was becoming apparent that my career before kids wasn’t baby proof. I remember being on a film set with my daughter in a carrier and her screaming her head off. It was the first time I came to terms with the fact that my life was forever changed. But I was not changed forever, and I could still see myself – and be – a healthy, active woman.
That’s when I started mobilizing like-minded mothers to join together as Über Moms – a community where we support each other, talk about motherhood, run together in our running club and help each other make healthy choices every day. Über Moms understands that a community centered around encouraging each other and helping moms stay active, nourish their bodies, and care for their mind and soul helps moms be their best selves. That’s my passion. That’s Über Moms. And that’s what drives me and others to give our hearts and souls to the organization.
