My Motherhood: Kelly Gulbrandsen

For the My Motherhood series, we ask different women the same series questions about mindfulness and motherhood to see what works for other women, but also to show how even though we may be different, we are all in this together.

I'm thrilled to have Kelly featured on the blog today. She is the owner of Poppies Pilates, mama of three and an inspiration to many (us included!) on Instagram and Youtube. Follow along with her on her fitness journey! 

I'm so excited to share our interview with Kelly Gulbrandsen, owner of Poppies Pilates, mama of three and an inspiration to many (us included!) as we talk about how she stays present, intentional and connected to herself in motherhood.

What does your perfect day look like?

A perfect day to me is waking up after 6am! Coming downstairs, cooking breakfast as a family. Then staying in our pjs snuggling watching a movie. Perhaps a family walk after that!

Do you have any daily rituals you use to center yourself?

I try to workout or move at least once a day.  This really helps me stay as calm and relaxed as I can.  I also enjoy a cup of tea every night.

I'm so excited to share our interview with Kelly Gulbrandsen, owner of Poppies Pilates, mama of three and an inspiration to many (us included!) as we talk about how she stays present, intentional and connected to herself in motherhood.

How do you make time for the different facets of your life?

Sometimes its hard, but I am a very organized person. Being a pilates instructor and trainer, my life is on an hour to hour basis. This has same mentality has poured over into my day to day life as well.  My kids love organization so we work together planning everything this way. It's truly all about planning!

Do you have any special family rituals?

We eat big breakfasts together as a family every Saturday and Sunday.  It's our time to catch up.  We also ask each other every day our highs, lows, and laughter of the day.

 

I'm so excited to share our interview with Kelly Gulbrandsen, owner of Poppies Pilates, mama of three and an inspiration to many (us included!) as we talk about how she stays present, intentional and connected to herself in motherhood.

 

What is the best advice you've ever given or received about motherhood?

 

Try to not say "no" as often as possible.  Listen to your children as if they were adults.  When talking to them, get down to their level so you see one another eye to eye, and show them the same respect they show you.

 

What is your favourite part of motherhood?

 

My absolute favourite part of motherhood is when my children look at me and tell me they love me.  It warms my heart every time to know these little beings love me, they love all of me.  Even when I have a bad day, they still tell me they love me. Also, I get to hang with my best friends every single day!

 

I'm so excited to share our interview with Kelly Gulbrandsen, owner of Poppies Pilates, mama of three and an inspiration to many (us included!) as we talk about how she stays present, intentional and connected to herself in motherhood.


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