Each month, we are celebrating a member of FIT4MOM Las Cruces for her commitment to a healthy lifestyle and dedication to FIT4MOM.
This month, we are spotlighting a Stroller Strides mama who brings friendliness and fun to every class! Meet our Mom of the Month for September: Colby Dean
Tell us about who is in your family!
My husband, Robert and our 14 month old boy, Wylder.
Where is your hometown?
McAllen, Texas
How did you find FIT4MOM?
I'm pretty certain it was through Instagram.
What is/was your career?
I’m a film, television and commercial actress. I also have worked with my husband behind the scenes in the entertainment industry.
How long have you been a member of FIT4MOM Las Cruces, and what has it done for you?
About 4 months! Being a part of FIT4MOM Las Cruces has given me a group of beautiful supportive mamas (now great friends) that I don’t know what I would do without. The workout is just the cherry on top.
What is your favorite class exercise?
At the moment, anything that has Wylder laughing at me!
What is something that has surprised you about motherhood?
How so much of motherhood is trial and error. How the support of other mamas is absolutely necessary. Motherhood can be lonely and there are these moments where you just need another mama in the boat with you for your own mental health.
What are three of your favorite things?
Fall, iced tea and loungewear. (Besides the obvious Wylder, my husband and our dog, Melody)
What is your proudest mommy moment so far?
Oh, gosh. Just watching Wylder grow unapologetically into exactly who he is. I feel like every new milestone makes me so proud to be his mama. This boy is magic.
What advice would you give to a new mother?
To make noise! From day one, make noise while the baby sleeps. Wylder can sleep through a mariachi band because of this.
Anything else you'd like to add?
Give yourself grace, mama. We all need this gentle reminder every now and then.
We are so lucky to have Colby in our village. It wouldn't be the same without her and Wylder!