MEET A MOM
Meet Brittney Miller, Lead Instructor at Rebel Core – Cedar Knolls!
This new mama to baby Jetson is proof that strength looks different in every season From small-town PA to NJ fitness leader, Brittney brings heart, intention, and serious core magic to every class. Her passion for movement, community, and empowering women (especially moms!) is what makes Rebel Core Cedar Knolls feel like so much more than a workout, itβs a place to feel strong, supported, and seen. Want to know more about Brittney, including her favorite local spots – read our latest interview!
Meet Blair Sittmann of Morris County Orthodontics
Say hello to Dr. Blair Sittmann, Morris Plains native, mom of two littles, Board-Certified Orthodontist, and the heart behind Morris County Orthodontics. Blair grew up right here in Morris Plains and is now raising her own family and building her practice in the same community sheβs always called home.
You can read our full interview with Blair where she shares: What itβs like raising kids in the town she grew up in, Why orthodontics became her lifeβs work, Helpful advice for parents wondering when to start orthodontic care, How she balances mom life + business ownership and more right here.
Meet Heather Hunkele, Founding Partner at EllieMD!
Heather is a longtime West Morris mama, a former multi-sport coach, a Teacher, and the woman who turned late-night βwhy do I feel off?β doom-scrolling into a mission to help women feel strong, balanced, and like themselves again. From raising two sporty girls in Mendham to helping moms understand peptides without needing a medical degree (or a nap first), Heatherβs story is such a good one.
Meet Stella Cicarone, Founder of Stellar View Events!
Letβs start with the basicsβwhere are you originally from, and what brought you to this area? How long have you been living here?My husband and I are originally from West Orange, New Jersey! We knew we wanted to raise our family in a community-focused area with...
Meet Darcy Parnes, Owner of SoirΓ©e NJ!
Weβre so excited to introduce you to Darcy Parnes, the creative force and mama of four behind SoirΓ©e NJ (@soireenj) a magical event space for celebrations! Originally from Springfield, NJ, Darcy never imagined how moving to Mountain Lakes would inspire her β from the lake views to the tight-knit community, itβs become her happy place.
After the pandemic shifted her career path, Darcy turned a challenge into something beautiful: she transformed her former boutique into SoirΓ©e NJ, a whimsical space where kids (especially girls!) can sparkle, dream, and celebrate in style. β¨ Think Fashion Design Parties, Spa Days, Slime Adventures, and more all designed so parents can actually relax and enjoy the moment. π
Darcy says it best: βChaos can be magicalβespecially when itβs full of laughter, glitter, and birthday cake.β
Want to hear more about Darcyβs story, her inspiration behind SoirΓ©e NJ, and her favorite local spots Click here for the full interview!
Meet Maggie Hauser, the Founder of Styled by Maggie!
Meet Maggie Hauser, boy mama to THREE (ages 8, 6, and 3.5) is the Founder of Styled by Maggie! Originally from Bucks County, PA, Maggie and her husband moved to Chatham in July 2020 and couldnβt be happier here. Maggie always had a love for fashion and styling, and what started as a fun side hustle for family and friends has blossomed into a thriving business. In April 2024, she officially turned Styled by Maggie into her full-time career and she hasnβt looked back since! Maggie on a mission to help women look and feel their absolute best, and itβs truly her happy place. You can read our full interview with Maggie in our latest Meet a Mom feature here!
Meet Audrey Costa, Founder of Deep Rooted Wellness!
Meet Audrey Costaβa powerhouse of wellness, wisdom, and wilderness! A longtime resident of Mt. Olive, Audrey has spent over two decades guiding others toward healing and wholeness. As the heart behind Deep Rooted Wellness and Creatives, sheβs turned her passion and powerhouse credentials into soul-soothing, nature-infused experiences that help women reconnect with their authentic selves. Whether sheβs leading a mindful hike, hosting a retreat under the stars, or coaching clients through mind-body-spirit transformations, Audrey is proof that healing doesnβt have to happen in a fluorescent-lit room. Want to know more about her journey, services, and the magic sheβs creating outdoors? Read our full interview in the latest article.
Meet Ashley La Fond, Owner, Of Space & Mind
Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, Ashley is a proud mama of two amazing kids and a total pro at turning chaos into calm. After years in the whirlwind world of fast-paced startups, she discovered a superpower most of us dream ofβseeing opportunity in cluttered, overwhelming spaces.
That aha moment sparked the creation of Of Space & Mind, offering home organization, moving & relocation and decluttering services. What began as a passion for creating order and flow has grown into a mission: to help families transform not just their surroundings, but their entire way of living. Think less mess, more magic. You can learn more about Ashley in our latest interview here!
Meet Courtney Capogrosso, Founder, One Yard at a Time
This local twin Mom is the Founder of One Yard at a Time, Inc., a 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides NFL Experiences to widows and their children, to let them know weβre on their team. Honoring her husband Matthew (1978 β 2023) a 15-year veteran of the New York Jets, by teaching our children how to be resilient, strong, and live fully, even when life throws curveballs. Itβs about turning around and helping others do the same. Just like the New York Jets helped Courtney find her smile again, we are committed to helping others smile through lifeβs toughest moments.
Our vision ahead is to bring One Yard to all NFL stadiums with our goal to help widows and their children see the possibilities of turning trauma into post traumatic growth. Where the sky is the limit! Read our latest interview with Courtney here.
Meet Alicia Cohen of Colorwise!
Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in the area? My husband and I were living in West Caldwell for 6 years, before we moved to Randolph in 2021. How many children do you have and what are their ages? We have one daughter, Harper, who will...
Meet Geovanna Martucci of One Little Memory Photography!
Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in the area?I relocated from Colombia to the United States at the age of 15, settling in Chatham, where I completed my high school education. After pursuing my university studies and meeting my husband,...
Meet Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Jacqueline Ross
Learn about this mom of two and talented surgeon, and what she offers for both adults, as well as young adults and kids.
Meet Hailey Avery, The Artist behind Hailey Avery Art!
This Chatham boy mom move to town five years ago and fell in love with the community. A self taught artist, Hailey took her love of drawing and painting and turned it into a career! Hailey Avery Art specializes in pen and ink and watercolor florals. Her pen and ink silhouettes, inspired by her children and every parents wish that we could freeze them in time, are Hailey’s most popular commissions (Moms – think the perfect holiday gift!) To learn more about Hailey or to commission your own piece of artwork, you can read our interview here!
Meet Maggie Haller & Kat Dunbar of Revive Motherhood!
These local Moms first met at college in Boulder, CO and re connected 15 years later in a mother-child class in NJ. It’s through their friendship and motherhood that Revive Motherhood was born. Creating spaces for mothers of every season to come together, support each other, and rediscover themselves. They hosts local events that foster community, offering flower-arranging workshops, sip & paint, chef-prepared dinners, lactation/feeding circles with certified lactation consultants, playgroups, educational classes/talks/lectures, hikes, yoga classes, and much more. Learn about these amazing Women in our latest interview!
Meet Maggie Pearson founder of Feast & Fettle!
Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in the area?I was born and raised in Rhode IslandβWarren, to be exactβand I currently live in Riverside, RI with my family. Do you have any Children and what are their Ages?Yes, I have two boys. Quintin...
Meet the Parents: Alex & Kate Smith, Owners of Zhuzh It Up Events!
After being laid off from Google, Kate turned what could’ve been a career setback into an opportunity to start something new! Partnering with her husband Alex, they decided to turn their passion for great parties into their next career chapter with the opening of Zhuzh It Up Events. An event planning and rental company who can make all of your family’s celebrations beautiful, fun and stress-free! Learn about Alex & Kate’s journey, their best advice for fellow Entrepreneurs as well as their favorite local spots in our latest interview!
Meet Tricia Fehnel, owner of Trixie’s Pretty Pixies
This boy mom of three has lived in Morris County for over 10 years and decided during COVID, to take her love for nature, story-telling and fairies and create an online business. Trixieβs Pretty Pixies, a whimsical on-line childrenβs apparel store was born! Their signature product is a monthly t-shirt subscription which features a different, seasonal pixie/fairy t-shirt along with a magical story delivered straight to your doorstep. You can even add a coordinating tutu to complete the look! Learn about Tricia’s journey, her advice for other Mom Entrepreneurs plus her favorite spots around town in our latest interview.
Meet Alison Grzyb, owner of Far Hills Yoga & Sculpt
This boy mom of two not only owns Far Hills Yoga & Sculpt, but she also specializes in Mobility, Mindfulness and Yoga for Athletes! With an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology and a Masters in Psychology, helping athletes with their minds and bodies has been Alison’s passion for many years. You can learn more about Alison, her favorite local spots and her advice for fellow Mom Entrepreneurs in our latest Meet a Mom interview!
Meet Jessica Lobosco of Room to Grow!
This local Morristown Mom volunteers her time with Room to Grow – an organization that supports babies and their parents born into low income households. Learn more about this amazing organization, how Jessica is getting her daughter involved in helping, as well as her favorite local spots around town in our latest interview!
Meet Jessie Elias, Co-Owner and CEO of EatPastry!
This Mendham Mom of two used her own recipe to create a vegan cookie dough and other products that are now on the shelves of Wholefoods & Costco! Learn about her journey here and her best advice for fellow Mom Entrepreneurs in our latest interview!