Healthy Chicks

When life feels heavy, you feel stuck, or things feel a little “off,” one thing I always go back to is listening to my intuition — that inner knowing, that gut feeling, that little voice inside you saying “it’s going to be OK.”

These past few years, I’ve been leaning into trusting, listening and developing that intuitive connection with myself — and I encourage other women to do the same. I truly believe it’s where the majority of our feminine power lies.

Speaking of developing your intuition, I’m so excited for this month’s Healthy Chicks in the Community spotlight, Intuitive Guide Sonya Berrien. I met Sonya through the Spark Your Bliss community, and I’ve always been in awe by her ability to be so very tuned in — not just with herself but with the collective energy.

In this inspiring interview, we chat with Sonya about her powerful role as an Intuitive Guide, how you can practice expanding your intuitive awareness and why she can’t live without her meditation practice. I’ll let Sonya take it away from here!

DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN THREE WORDS:

Heart led, Embodied, Adventurer

TELL US MORE ABOUT YOUR WORK AS AN INTUITIVE GUIDE!

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Hello beauties! I don’t know about you but I’ve been craving more connection lately — through meetups with friends, dinners out and sprinkling in some in-person events again (finally).

One way that I love connecting is through the amazing women I’ve been fortunate to meet in the community, which was the inspiration behind Healthy Chicks in the Community, a monthly series highlighting rockstar Girl Bosses making an impact.

I’m thrilled to bring back this series by introducing you Kaitlyn Casso, a CT Brand Photographer who specializes in working with women entrepreneurs. We first connected online a couple years back through my affirmation deck, and she actually ended up taking the incredible photos for my most recent brand photoshoot. (You know, the ones that are all over this website and social media! 😉 )

In this inspiring interview, we chat with Kaitlyn about her go-to morning ritual to set her day up for success, how she instills confidence in front of the camera, and her love for chocolate fudge brownie ice cream. I’ll let Kaitlyn take it away from here!

DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN THREE WORDS:

Passionate, driven, sincere 

TELL US ABOUT YOUR JOURNEY IN BECOMING A BRAND PHOTOGRAPHER. WERE … Read More!

Hello beauties! I can’t believe we’re already approaching the end of summer. Time is flying and we’re about two months away from meeting Baby Boy!

It’s time for this month’s spotlight on Healthy Chicks in the Community, a monthly series highlighting rockstar Girl Bosses doing their thang in the wellness world & beyond. I’m thrilled to feature Dietitian & Nutritionist Lily Nichols, who’s is all about educating women on real food and nutrition during pregnancy.

I first discovered Lily through her book Real Food for Pregnancy, which I thoroughly soaked up during my pregnancy with Isabella. I especially loved her approach on postpartum nutrition, and the importance of incorporating nurturing, healing foods during the transition. Truly, it couldn’t be more important and I know it’ll be a key part of my recovery this fall as well.

In this inspiring interview, we chat with Lily about a day in the life of an RDN, her go-to foods (and why she’s not afraid of fat), and the number one message she wants to share with mamas-to-be on their pregnancy journey.

NAME:

Lily Nichols

WHERE DO YOU LIVE:

Washington state, but I’ve lived all over the country.

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Happy May, beauties! It’s time for this month’s feature on Healthy Chicks in the Community, a monthly series highlighting rockstar Girl Bosses doing their thang in the wellness world & beyond.

I’m thrilled to feature Founder of Honey Bee Maternity, Sara Benzinger. Through her consignment shop, she sells gently used maternity & nursing wear at a fraction of the price — making it a budget-friendly, sustainable option for new mamas and mamas to be.

In this inspiring interview, we chat with Sara about challenges she’s faced opening up her own business, why she’s prioritizing her self-care practice, and her love for exotic foods!

NAME:

Sara Benzinger

WHERE DO YOU LIVE:

Bethel, CT

GIVE US A SNAPSHOT INTO YOUR BIZ/WHAT YOU DO:

I own Honey Bee Maternity, a maternity and nursing consignment store! I help expecting families save money by offering a curated selection of gently used maternity and nursing wear at a fraction of retail prices. 

THE BIGGEST CHALLENGE/LESSON YOU’VE LEARNED OPENING YOUR OWN SHOP:

I’ve had to learn to not be so people-pleasing. In the past I’ve made decisions that benefit others but ultimately weren’t good for my business. I’m learning to find the balance, because my decisions … Read More!

Happy April beauties! With the new month comes a new feature on Healthy Chicks in the Community, a monthly series highlighting rockstar Girl Bosses in the community.

Since spring is a time to focus on growth and harnessing your inner creativity, I’m thrilled to feature Boston-based photographer Kate Lemmon. Not only does she have a thriving photography business, she’s also growing a tiny human. I couldn’t be happier for this mama-to-be!

In this inspiring interview, we chat with Kate about the joy she gets from family photography, her journey to becoming pregnant, and her dream royal dinner guest.

NAME:

Kate Lemmon

DESCRIBE YOUR BUSINESS/LINE OF WORK:

I’m a family photographer who loves to create joyful, vibrant images for modern mamas.

WHERE YOU LIVE:

Boston, MA

HOW YOU SERVE THE COMMUNITY THROUGH YOUR WORK:

I help my clients press pause in the midst of their busy lives and make moments that matter. I show moms how much joy they bring to their kids and vice versa. I show them the beauty that’s inherent in motherhood when they’re too tired to see it on their own. I help them create happy family memories that help make the tough days … Read More!

I’m a big fan of women supporting women, which is a big reason I launched the Healthy Chicks in the Community series. Heads up: I also recently created a private Facebook group for women to connect, create and cultivate if you’re looking for more community. (You can request to join here!)

Speaking of women in the community, I’m excited to introduce you to this month’s feature, Connecticut local Kimberly (KC) Brunini. As the Owner of THE BAR[RE] CT in Rocky Hill, CT, KC offers a variety of fitness classes to suit your unique style. (Fun fact: I’m hosting a Spring Equinox Spark Your Bliss Circle there on March 19th!)

In this inspiring interview, we chat about the challenges of launching a business, her love for pasta, and their sister yoga studio coming this spring!

NAME:

Kimberly (KC) Brunini

WHERE DO YOU LIVE:

Cromwell, CT

GIVE US A SNAPSHOT INTO YOUR BIZ/WHAT YOU DO:

I own THE BAR[RE] CT in Rocky Hill, which is a small group fitness boutique studio, where we specialize in barre fitness but offer a variety of other formats. The idea behind THE BAR[RE] is you would never show up to a bar where you’re only … Read More!

Happy February! It’s that time again for our Healthy Chicks in the Community feature, a monthly series highlighting rockstar Girl Bosses doing their thang in the wellness world and beyond!

I’m honored to spotlight fellow wellness mama Erika Beal. As a Body Confidence Coach and “Self-Love Activator,” she helps women break the diet mindset and make peace with food — and their bodies. When I first met Erika at a Mom Boss event, I was drawn to her purple hair and magnetic personality. She was also unapologetically herself — so very clear on who she is and what she offers. Fun fact: she was also 9 months pregnant!

In this month’s interview, we chat with Erika about finding peace with your body, how she launched her dream career, and why squats are her favorite exercise. (The reason might surprise you!)

NAME:

Erika Beal

WHERE DO YOU LIVE:

South Windsor, CT 

GIVE US A SNAPSHOT INTO YOUR BIZ/WHAT YOU DO:

I help women accept and embrace their bodies and discover the confidence they never knew they had. My goal with clients is to break them out of the diet mindset and shift to a more … Read More!

New year, new Healthy Chicks in the Community feature, a monthly series highlighting rockstar Girl Bosses doing their thang in the wellness world and beyond!

I’m thrilled to kick off 2020 with Kristen Reed, a Holistic Nurse and Reiki Master sprinkling her healing touch out into the world! I love her holistic approach to nursing — bringing together her love for people and health through Reiki, health and wellness coaching, and self-care.

In this months’s uplifting interview, we chat with Kristen about how she continues to bring holistic modalities into the medical world, her recovery from two back breaks (and a break up), and her love for sumo oranges. I’ll let Kristen take it away from here!

NAME:

Kristen Reed, RN, BSN, BA, HN-BC

DESCRIBE YOUR BUSINESS/LINE OF WORK: 

My holistic health business, “Nursing Your Way to Wellness” helps busy women like you find more balance, manage stress, and live their healthiest, happiest lives☀️through Reiki therapy, Health & Wellness Nurse Coaching and wellness workshops!

With 1-on-1 coaching sessions, we work together to help you achieve your optimal health: feeling more balanced, energetic, resilient, and vibrant, with lifelong insights for lasting, powerful change, so that you can do ALL … Read More!