Photo Credit :: Stephanie Anne Studios | Noëlle Westcott | Laura Morsman Photography | Charmed Life Photography
Your Austin Moms Team
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Alondra Chaire is a neuroscientist and passionate advocate for education. Raised by two working parents who prioritized family time, she holds fond memories of growing up between Austin in the ’90s and the blended urban-rural rhythms of Ciudad Victoria, Mexico. She earned her B.S. in Neurobiology from The University of Texas at Austin and later completed a Ph.D. in Neuroscience at Otto-von-Guericke University in Germany, in collaboration with Duke University.
Amy is the Baylor trophy wife to Dan and mommy to their 4 kids: Norah, Beckett, Rory and Eden. After moving cities every 2 years for 10 years, Amy's family settled in Austin in 2015. She started Amy McLaughlin Photography with a passion for documenting the beauty of real life and stories that matter for families and non-profits. Her photography style is intentional and meaningful. She also part-time homeschools her kids and volunteers with a local organization that seeks to help fill the gap in parental services for families whose kids are in state custody. She enjoys small-group gatherings, espresso, good books, and yoga. And she is not one to turn down dessert.
Anna Bauereis is a Northwest Austin local since 1997, a veteran mom of five, and a proud grandma to eight, so yes, she’s earned her parenting stripes. An educator, coach, and author of Foundations of Hope: Overcoming Developmental Delays,( being released in Spring 2026) Anna has spent years supporting families navigating homeschooling and learning differences. She helped launch over 80 Classical Conversations communities across Texas and hosts a YouTube show for homeschooling parents, where real talk and practical encouragement are always welcome. Now an empty nester, she writes to remind parents that there’s no single “right way” to raise kids—and that coffee, grace, and a little humor go a long way. To connect and learn more about Anna, go to AnnaBauereis.com
Becky is a transplant from New Mexico and has been in the area for 2 years now. She has her Bachelors of Science in Education from New Mexico State University and has been involved with Big Bothers/Big Sisters; Habitat for Humanity; and TRiO EDucational Talent Search. She is engaged to Ryan and the mother to a feisty 20 month old named Olivia. Becky enjoys exploring Austin and the surrounding areas, not a weekend goes by that her and Olivia aren't trying a new activity, attending a festival or playing in a new park.
As an entrepreneur and speaker, Bianca spends her days in a green spinny chair putting her creative peddle to the floor or booking marketing workshops with one hand while passing out snacks with the other. Her Business Make It Bloom Media is a digital marketing agency that helps women create a jaw-dropping brand aesthetic and build an unforgettable online presence that you may have seen on the CW Austin. Born and raised in Mason, Texas, Bianca got her first dose of wanderlust in 2015 when spontaneously making the move to Pennsylvania with her husband David. Since then, the two have traveled up the Northeast US every six months to a year in their RV before they realized a car seat would be an added accessory on future trips. To become closer to their families during this time, their landing inched nearer to their hometowns when finally landing in Austin in 2020. As a wife to an adventure enthusiast and mom to 2 energizer bunnies, you can often catch them frequenting Austin parks, farmers markets, festivals, the lake, diving into DIY projects, and throwing steaks on the grill.
Brittany Churchill is an author, speaker, entrepreneur and single mom of two kids with a big heart to help women awaken to their worth and tap into their personal power.
Her work began with the launch of her book called Tap In Not Out: How overwhelmed moms can reclaim peace, cultivate a better life and thrive. She opens up in a candid, old-close-friend kind of way about her struggles and breakthroughs in motherhood while offering life-changing mindsets, perspectives and tips.
Since launching her book, she has developed what she calls the TAP IN Method where she guides women through their inner blueprint to ignite a more fulfilling life. This is a self healing method that naturally sheds unconscious beliefs and empowers people to cultivate a life fully aligned to who they are.
Her online community called Women Igniting Women’s Worth is a free private community where Brittany supports others who are ready for connection, inner empowerment & growth toward their best life.
When she is not working, Brittany loves being a mom, cycling, playing at the lake, eating Mexican food, & crushing limiting beliefs. You can connect with her on all major social media platforms.
For over 30 years, Chalimar has called Austin her home. Inspired by the luscious Hill Country and sacred springs, Chalimar can be found most weekends wandering barefoot with her wildlings Rubye (2015) and Solomon (2017), showing them the beauty of nature and simplicity of life. Chalimar is married to her best friend and soulmate, Tatenda, a youth soccer coach. Her passions are photography, cooking and gardening. For the last 13 years, Chalimar has taught middle and high school History. After giving birth to her daughter, she also became a birth and postpartum doula with a goal of providing advocacy and eradicating the disparities in healthcare equality for birthing people. You can find Chalimar on Instagram (@chaliiib) and at MoonTribe Doula.
Chloe DeMars is an Austin-based marketer and mom of two who grew up just outside Portland, Oregon. A true extrovert who loves to talk, she stays in touch with her elementary school friends weekly, her mom daily, and always makes time to meet new people and hear fresh perspectives. A former high school athlete and lifelong competitor, she brings energy, drive, and humor to work and parenting. She's learned not to take herself too seriously and finds comedy in the chaos of raising her two young daughters alongside her husband. Now just over four years into motherhood, she still feels like a newbie, but a solid pair of New Balances can trick her into thinking she’s a pro.
Elisa met her new husband in 2017 thanks to Austin Moms. She was contributing back then as a single mom and once, after being laid off from her job, asked their Facebook group for any leads on open positions.She landed a role and met Dave at work two weeks later. Elisa graduated from Texas State University with a BA in Journalism. She took a very long hiatus from writing, but now she’s back! Elisa and Dave live with her stunning teenage son, Dre, their pandemic pup, a ruby Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Amber (her soulmate), and two cats, Jon Snow and Tom Holland.
I moved to Texas in 2017 and lived in San Antonio for about six months before meeting my husband and his son. We moved to cedar park in 2019 and blended our families after having our youngest. I’m a proud boy mama. My days are chaotic but happy!! I started my photography business in June 2020 and I’ve never looked back. It is the most fulfilling job I have ever had (aside from being a SAHM). I absolutely love helping families capture special moments so they’ll be able to look back on them forever.
Erin owns Events by Erin, a custom event planning business and co-owns Ellis Designs LLC, a custom woodworking business with her husband, John Ellis. Together, their greatest design is their wonderful daughter, Elizabeth. Erin is an Austin native and graduated from the University of Texas in Austin with a degree in English. She lives in Round Rock, enjoys running, going to the movies and the beach, and of course, writing for Austin Moms Blog!
Gretchen is a stay-at-home mom to son Shepherd (2016) and daughter Rosemary (2019). She grew up in Minnesota and the D.C. area but has happily called Austin home since 2014. Gretchen and husband Ryan also have two high-maintenance fur babies, Hank and Gracie. She is an aspiring minimalist who enjoys writing, exploring kid-friendly spots in Austin, lake/creek/swimming hole adventures, and spending time outdoors with her kids as much as possible.
Hailey is a former NCAA Division I long distance runner, licensed massage therapist, fit model for Naturally Fit Agency, and first-time mom. She studied health sciences and kinesiology at Sam Houston State University and San Jacinto College. Even worked as a respiratory care assistant for University of Texas Medical Branch during the COVID-19 pandemic times. As a car enthusiast, she enjoys track driving and cruising with friends to a local coffee shop, or food place. Becoming a mom has transformed her life for the positive and she is excited for her second due this year!
Jacy is a Nebraska native, married to Sebastian Knoop-Troullier from Hamburg, Germany whom she met at a Renaissance Festival. She has two step kids, both teenagers, Katie and Kera, who are at Meridian I.B. World School. The family likes to travel, try new restaurants, volunteer at Pioneer Farms, and explore “haunted” locations. Jacy and Sebastian are in the process of growing their family and have been on their fertility journey since their 4th of July “Pandemic" wedding in 2020. When Jacy’s not busy trying to translate just exactly WHAT her husband is saying to his family on the phone in German, or trying to learn the latest TikTok trend to keep up with the teens, she’s a Travel Coordinator for the TV Show, “WALKER”. She’s also an avid traveler and photographer, and mini zoo curator with her family’s 2 Dogs (Apollo & Atlas), 3 Cats (Harmony, Lafayette & Jack), two Pet Rats (Scabbers & August), and Rescue Turtle, Günther.
Former music biz New Yorker, now Austinite entrepreneur (don’t worry, I was raised in Texas before I did time in the Big Apple!) First time mama after 40. Enneagram 8, wing 7. Follow me @jamistig on Instagram or let your hair down with with me and my team over at @divadancehq
Jessica Upton is a mom of three boys and the owner of J.Upton Travel, a luxury travel agency. She blends a love for thoughtful travel planning with the realities of busy family life. Jessica specializes in helping families and couples feel confident traveling more, whether that means a quick Hill Country staycation, a family-friendly getaway with an easy direct flight from Austin, or an adults-only trip that still feels doable. When she’s not planning trips, you’ll find her on the sidelines of her son's sports, hosting friends at home, working out, or exploring new destinations with her family.
Kaitlyn is a Native Austinite that loves exploring the ATX and surrounding areas with her Hubby: Jeff, and their 4 children: Kinsley, Jay, Kallie, and Kylan. For over a decade Kaitlyn has specialized in all lines of Commercial Insurance. She enjoys helping business owners understand the Risk they face and the coverages available for their protection. She has also helped thousands of families protect their home, cars and everything else in between. As a work from home Mom herself, she survives the chaos with Mocha Frappuccinos and finds her strength through Jesus. She hopes to inspire others by sharing some of the trials and tribulations she has walked through. Follow her journey and explore the good ole’ ATX with her on instagram @goaustinite!
My name is Kamisha York, I'm the wife to Wesley, and mother of three beautiful children Jayden, Wesley Jr., and Peyton. I'm a food allergy advocate and blogger, but I'm a wife and mother first. My family is my everything, I feel my greatest accomplishment is being a mother to my three children. My husband and I just started a nonprofit Peyton's Allergy Shield of Hope in honor of our 12 year old daughter Peyton who has multiple life threatening food allergies.
I’m an interior decorator who’s never loved a job as much as school and still hopes to make it back to grad school someday. A lifelong Texan, I now live in Georgetown with my husband, Matt, and five-year-old pandemic baby, Anna. Outside of work hours, you’ll find me with three books on my nightstand, triaging the random injuries that appear after 30, doing house projects to avoid laundry, and trying to figure out what’s for dinner—the most meditative and simultaneously exhausting part of my life. My Austin faves include Comedor, Thunderbird (RIP), Shakespeare in the Park at Zilker Hillside, Bougie’s Donuts, the trails along Shoal Creek, and the Annual Madrigal Dinner at the UT Student Union. I share lots of work and life on Instagram at @balm_interiors. Come find me there.
Lindsey D. is an Austin-based mom, entrepreneur, and former tech professional. She founded Lonestar Senior Support after navigating senior care firsthand. Married to her husband of 20+ years, Lindsey now juggles a college-bound teen with her own custom cookie cake business, a middle school athlete with a packed schedule, three dogs who believe they run the house, and a calendar that leaves very little room for boredom. Daily coffee is a must have and a Friday night glass of wine is non-negotiable!
Lisa Collins-Haynes is full-time photographer, for the past 7 years. She specializes in client work for motherhood sessions and underwater portraits. She also does commercial work in food and product photography. Before becoming a photographer, Lisa was an International Travel Writer and enjoyed traversing the globe and story-telling to her readership. Writing was an unexpected pathway into the diverse world of photography for her. When not working behind the lens, Lisa enjoys volunteering in the community, cooking, traveling with her husband and spending time with family and friends. She resides in North Austin; has one college-aged daughter and a grand puppy named, Cookie.
Lo was once an avid runner. Founding a local non-profit, Trotting for Tots, her kids have since grown out of the stroller causing her interests to shift. She and her very own Magic Mike, whom she met on an airplane, have teamed up to demo, rebuild, design and resell several houses throughout Austin, Round Rock and Cedar Park. When not watching the latest YouTube video to learn about wall texture and garbage disposal installation, she spends her time cooking up random ’seagan’ concoctions, running her etsy shop (teesNcarrots), fiddling around with and designing on her 3D printer, and/or drinking wine while watching the latest episode of Intervention. Mom to two munchkins (Gage + Gemma), and a 14.5 year old furry movie star (Killian was in Marley & Me). She loves the color yellow, the sound of high heels on asphalt and gargantuan wind chimes.
Noëlle is a mama to two spirited and hilariously cute tiny humans, Lucas + Zoë, and the world’s okayest wife to Bryan. She’s half French and half Texan and loves to tell people she’s a Frexan. She has lived in ten countries, holds two different passports, speaks three languages, and is part of the Third Culture Kid (TCKs) tribe. Before turning her long-time photography hobby into a business, she spent the first 18 years of her adult life climbing the corporate ladder…and loved every minute of it! She still does some contract work for a few companies here and there, but is way more into being behind a camera than a desk these days. If you’re feeling adventurous (or bored) you can check out her work at Noëlle Westcott Photography or Instagram.
3X Best-Selling Author Patrice Hernandez was born and raised in Georgia. This Air Force Veteran has planted roots with her family in Austin, Texas. She holds her Bachelor's degree in Business and Master's in Business Administration(MBA). Patrice is an Entrepreneur, Writer, and Educator. She enjoys sharing magical moments in her life with hopes for others to see that we all experience beautiful moments each day. Moments that are filled with gratitude, love, and hope for all that we desire in life. You will often find this introvert writing her holiday script, educating others about the value of creating a vision board, or exploring the city of Austin and its most beautiful hiking spots. Discover the magic of positivity, kindness, gratitude, and all things LADY with Patrice.
Shayla is an Austin transplant hailing from the vibrant city of New Orleans. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker, striving to destigmatize mental health and empower individuals on their journeys to wellness. When she's not immersed in the world of therapy and advocacy, Shayla can be found with a cocktail and iced coffee enjoying the great outdoors with her husband and toddler.
Stephanie Howard is the owner of Stephanie Anne Studios specializing in creating artwork for your home with Newborn & Maternity Portrait Photography. Originally from DFW she moved to Austin to attend UT and never looked back. With 16+ years of experience including dual degrees in Studio Art and Advertising, her professional life culminated in her dream Photography studio that is now located in West Austin. Mom to 2 spunky tiny humans + 2 crazy sweet dogs + her veteran hubs. Lover of outdoor life, yoga, whiskey & family dance parties. Follow me here: @stephanieannestudios + on Facebook
Tina is the very proud momma of two, a kindergartener and a college student. She graduated from Liberty University with a degree in Broadcast Communications. Drinking coffee, being a football/cheer mom, and writing books for people (a ghostwriter) are how her days are spent. Occasionally she binges Hallmark movies or True Crime documentaries….depending on the day.
Tori is a wife, mother of 2 girls, a Birthfit coach, & personal trainer. Tori works in the home to raise her babies while also running her online personal training business helping moms during pregnancy & postpartum. When she's not "momming" or working to grow her business you can find her checking out a new coffee shop, beer garden, or working out. Her favorite foods include coffee, donuts, beer, & beef. She loves a good podcast or book she can learn from and believes that finding the simple joys in life are what make it so special. Catch Tori on Instagram @coach_tori_ or attend the pregnancy & postpartum support group she hosts the last Friday of every month at Truly Chiropractic.
Yuri Kendrick is a native Texan and has called the Greater Austin area home for most of her life. She is unashamedly a follower of Christ and a devoted wife to her favorite human and hubbeau, Tay. Together they are nurturing four beautiful souls, this she believes is her greatest honor in this life. She is a freelance creative, a worship leader, and a willing advocate for any cause that helps us all love one another better. Yuri loves so many things but maybe nothing more than a good laugh, a good meal and good conversation and she rightfully rejoices in the occasion that they occur simultaneously. Whether speaking or writing, she prides herself on being a genuine and conscious sharer. It is her heart's desire to be ever-evolving in her journeys with a passion to be both the “Salt and Light” along the way.
Zana is wife to Esteban and mama to her four children, Joaquin, Teodoro, and twins Roma & Rosalind. She is a Senior Retail Technology Manager and Co-host of The Strong Sunflowers & Los Girasoles Fuertes podcasts. She was a competitive cheerleader at Hawaii Pacific University, where she pursued her Bachelor’s in Public Relations and Advertising. She is currently working on an online Master’s in Global Strategic Communications from The University of Florida (Go Gators!) She advocates for whole-hearted living and constantly looks for ways to improve her mind, body, heart, and soul. She loves songwriting, singing, and musical theatre and has already warned her kids when they are all over 18+; she is moving to New York City to audition for Broadway.
