Once Upon a Farm Moms Share Their Thoughts on Motherhood
Motherhood is an incredible journey, filled with the highest of highs, the lowest of lows, and everything in between. And it's a journey we wouldn't trade for anything. With Mother's Day on the horizon, we asked the moms on our team to share their thoughts on motherhood—including the nearly impossible task of summing it all up in three words. Here's what they had to say.
Gina Hatcher, Materials Analyst
Describe motherhood in 3 words. Messy, beautiful, empowering.
Favorite way to unwind/what nourishes you? Getting outside for a walk is my go-to! If I can squeeze in, even 15 minutes, outside to calm my soul, I’ll take it!
Favorite O’Farm pouch? Apple, Cherry & Elderberry Immunity Blend! Tastes amazing!
Nicole MacNeill, Sr. Director Brand Marketing
Describe motherhood in 3 words. Major Heart Expander
Favorite way to unwind/what nourishes you? Post-bath story time, cuddled up with my son reading books together before bedtime
Favorite O’Farm pouch? Apple, Cherry & Elderberry Immunity Blend
Kimberly Pia, Sr. Manager, Shopper Marketing
Describe motherhood in 3 words. Heart-warming, rewarding, non-stop
Favorite way to unwind/what nourishes you? Listening to a podcast while cooking dinner before the kids get home.
Favorite O’Farm pouch/meal? Personal favorite? Strawberry Overnight Oats. Kids' Favorites: Wild Rumpus Avocado (Gabe, 4) and Carrot, Sweet Potato, Banana & Chia Seed Meal (Sophie, 1)
Kendra Madewell, National Account Manager
Describe motherhood in 3 words. Challenging, Exciting, Messy
Favorite way to unwind/what nourishes you? We love to spend time outside, on walks, in the front yard with some toys, waving at cars & neighbors or heading to the park for a fun swing.
Favorite O’Farm pouch? Jameson loves all O'Farm pouches, but his favorite is Apple & Blueberry
Melissa Ninegar, Sr. Director of People and Culture
Describe motherhood in 3 words. Worth it all.
Favorite way to unwind/what nourishes you? After-school popsicles in the backyard on a Friday.
Favorite O’Farm pouch? A cold, fresh, juicy pouch of Strawberry Overnight Oats—just so filling and so yummy! It’s easy to forget that it’s packed with all the healthy good stuff.
Katie Marston, Chief Marketing Officer
Describe motherhood in 3 words. Energizing, Exhausting, Everything
Favorite way to unwind/what nourishes you? Playing games with my kids (a current favorite is Phase 10 or soccer in our basement) or chatting with my husband in the kitchen while we cook dinner.
Favorite O’Farm pouch? Classic lover: Wild Rumpus Avocado, Pineapple, Banana & Dragon Fruit Immunity Blend
Quinn Burns, Account Manager
Describe motherhood in 3 words. Loving, hectic, gratifying
Favorite way to unwind/what nourishes you? Taking Ruby and my 2 dogs for a walk (most likely separately, chaos!) and watching a good show with my husband!
Favorite O’Farm pouch? Mine is our Berry Berry Dairy-Free Smoothie and Ruby loves our Strawberry Patch!
Kristin O'Connell, Sr. Director of Sales
Describe motherhood in 3 words. Unconditional, overwhelming, joyful
Favorite way to unwind/what nourishes you? Getting outside, whether that’s simply watching the kids play in the sandbox, going for a walk in the neighborhood, or getting take out and going to a park.
Favorite O’Farm pouch? Apple, Cherry & Elderberry Immunity Blend
Tara Cox, Analyst, DTC
Describe motherhood in 3 words. Adventurous, exciting, fulfilling
Favorite way to unwind/what nourishes you? I’m a morning person so the best way for me to unwind is starting my day off with a workout or run. I enjoy starting my day with an hour to myself and gives me the energy to conquer the day ahead!
Favorite O’Farm pouch? Mommy’s – Apple, Cherry & Elderberry Immunity Blend; Kiddo’s – Wild Rumpus Avocado
Megan Butler, Brand Marketing Coordinator
Describe motherhood in 3 words. Rewarding, Exhausting, Empowering
Favorite way to unwind/what nourishes you? What nourishes me the most after work is closing my laptop and spending time with my 1.5-year-old son while he “helps” me prep dinner by washing veggies, pouring, and stirring. If the weather is nice, we love to end the night playing outside or going on a quick walk!
Favorite O’Farm pouch? I love our Overnight Oats pouches!
Amy Dreger, Sales Director
Describe motherhood in 3 words. Purposeful, fun, humbling
Favorite way to unwind/what nourishes you? We love getting out for a family trail run to take in the fresh mountain air and unwind together!
Favorite O’Farm pouch? Pineapple, Banana & Dragon Fruit Immunity Blend
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