Each month, we're celebrating a member of FIT4MOM Las Cruces for her commitment to a healthy lifestyle and dedication to FIT4MOM.

This month, we're spotlighting a super strong girl mom! Meet our Mom of the Month for December: Bernadette Esparza

Tell us about who is in your family!

My husband Francisco and my 3 three girls Emilia, Mireya and Catalina

Where is your hometown?

Las Cruces

How did you find FIT4MOM?

I met a mom at Sagecrest Park when I went to take my dog and kids to play. And FIT4MOM reached out to me on a Facebook thread

What is/was your career?

I was a medical assistant for Memorial Urgent Care

How long have you been a member of FIT4MOM Las Cruces, and what has it done for you?

Have been one year in October. FIT4MOM has been so beneficial for me in so many ways. It has helped me feel better about my body getting these good workouts in and impacted me as a mom with all these amazing mamas on an emotional and mental level. I feel stronger in every way.

What is your favorite class exercise?

Anything at Strides 360

What is something that has surprised you about motherhood?

I really did not realize how consuming it would be. I’m so many different ways. But I feel like I’ve grown more because of it.

What are three of your favorite things?

Volleyball, baking, arts and crafts

What is your proudest mommy moment so far?

Watching my oldest bloom. She was so shy, now she communicates her feelings so well, so understanding and has grown to try anything.

What advice would you give to a new mother?

Don’t be afraid to try new things with your kids. No tactic is the right one. And don’t overwhelm yourself. It’s okay to have a mess every now and then. It will get done.

We are so lucky to have Berna in our village. It wouldn't be the same without her and her girls!