Shes a mom to two boys, Ansel and Austin.
Heres how she parents.
Did life happen mostly as planned or were there surprises?
My husband, Dave, and I met 12 years ago when we were both working at Apple.
Timing did not go exactly as planned with my first child.
Take us through your morning routine.
I start the day with a quiet reflection before hopping out of bed.
I quickly scan my phone for any major news that may have happened overnight.
Then its a quick run or yoga session followed by time with my kids.
After kid time, I jump in the shower, grab breakfast, and am on my way.
My best trick for getting out the door is to keep it simple!
How much outside help do you get as a parent?
What are the gadgets, apps, charts or tools you rely on?
It would be impossible to do all of this without help!
One other app Ive used for years that keeps me sane isLife360.
How do you divide household/childcare responsibilities with your partner?
Its all about dividing and conquering!
Hes better at doing the dishes; Im better at tidying up the toys and making the kids meals.
Has becoming a parent changed the way you work?
Believe it or not, being a parent has made memoreefficient.
I no longer feel rude declining an invitation.
My kids and my family come first.
What does your evening routine look like?
As soon as I get home from work its mom time.
I drop my phone, play with my kids, and do bath and bedtime with them.
Then its dinner and catching up with Dave, followed by wrapping up work for the day.
How do you decompress?
Exercise has always been helpful for me.
Ive historically been into running, but more recently have gotten into yoga.
Its incredibly relaxing and calming, not to mention physically demanding.
Yoga is something Dave and I enjoy doing together, so its a nice bonding activity to boot!
Whats been your proudest moment as a parent?
My children are both so kind.
Wherever we go, they are waving to strangers and singing Good morning!
to them, or telling them to Have a great day!
It melts my heart to know that we are raising our little boys to be kind to all people.
I truly believe its the most important quality of a human.
What moment are you least proud of?
It was smelly and messy, and I was incredibly embarrassed.
What do you want your kids to learn from your example?
I want my kids to be fearless and follow their passions.
I also want them to see that women and girls are just as fearless as men and boys.
Last year, I had the opportunity to fly a fighter jet with the Air Force.
I dressed in uniform and kissed my boys goodbye before loading the plane.
They watched me zoom around in the sky, doing tricks for an hour.
Do you have any funny/weird/special family rituals?
The last one I worked on took five hours!
And this has to last till each of them are at least teenagers?
What have I started?!
Whats your best parenting hack?
Plus I require them to be expedient in their baths, tooth brushing and pajama dressing.
Otherwise, it may be an hour of stalling and negotiating with two toddlers.
Has anyone ever given you a piece of parenting advice that has really stuck with you?
Whats the hardest part about being a parent?
I am a perfectionist, so not being able to control everything can be challenging.
If you set a lower bar for yourself, youll feel better about achieving it.
Whats your favorite part of the day?
Waking up and seeing my kids!
They are so snuggly and cute in the mornings, fresh out of bed with messy hair.
I feel grateful for every day with my family.
Instead of feeling guilty for what you miss, be present for the moments you are there.
