Oct Mom of the Month

Our mom of the month program honors moms for their efforts to lead healthy lifestyles, and gives us a chance to get to know them better at the same time!

October's featured "Mom of the Month" is: Deidre Newport ! 

Congrats Deidre!

Deidre (and her daughter Ava) have been members of Stroller Strides since last year, and Deidre is a dedicated force at our Durham area locations, working hard and making great strides in fitness, motherhood and life this past year!  She sets a great example and does it with a smile.  ;)  Please join us in congratulating Deidre and read on to get to know her a little better. 

Hometown: I was born in Milwaukee, WI, but spent most of my childhood in Indiana. 

Current part of the Triangle that you live in: Durham

Education:graduated from Indiana University
 
Stroller Strides Member since: 2013

Members of your Family: My husband, Michael, our daughter, Ava, and our two dogs, Xander and Emma. 

Tell us about your children: My daughter, Ava, is almost 15 months old.  She is super cute (although I may be a bit biased) and already is developing a pretty good sense of humor. 

Current/previous Career: Middle School Art Teacher

What was your childhood ambition? To be a cartoonist

What does motherhood mean to you? Ok, this is a big question.... I'm still trying to figure this out.  I still can't believe that I made this smart, funny, beautiful little human! It's so fulfilling to watch her grow and learn everyday.  

What is the furthest you have been from home? Florence, Italy 

What has Stroller Strides done for you? Not only has it helped me get in better shape, but it's given Ava and I time to hang out with other moms and kids, as well as put us on a more consistent schedule.

What is your favorite exercise? In general, dancing. At Stroller Strides, burpees.
 
What is your proudest moment? The birth of our daughter
 
What are three of your favorite things (besides your family!)? Art, roller derby(I am a Carolina Rollergirl), and craft beer

Tell us something about yourself that would surprise us or makes you unique.

I worked as a balloon artist and did singing telegrams in college.

If we asked your spouse what they think your best qualities are, what would they say?I cheated and asked him. He said that my best qualities are that "I'm a super mom and that I'm very supportive in everything he does. I am the perfect balance of being responsible, yet am still fun-loving and carefree".

What advice would you give to moms looking to get back into shape? 

Don't get frustrated if you can't do everything right away. Keep at it! Also, working out at the same time of day helps to keep you accountable and to put your baby on a schedule.