About Stephie Norris
Hey There!
It is so nice to meet you! I am Stephie Norris, co-owner of Green Brothers Juice & Smoothie Co. and certified nutrition coach.
However, I am also a mom of three, have completed 2 marathons, an Ironman, and a 55 mile ultra run (Yes- I realize I may be slightly crazy). I worked in clinical research studying experimental pharmaceuticals for the first 11 years I was out of college. I loved working with the patients, but hated giving them a drug instead of finding the deeper cause for the reason they need the drug. (Also- I am all for modern pharmaceuticals when necessary and used correctly). I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to switch to working full-time at Green Brothers to work doing something I am truly passionate about- health & wellness.
Mainly, I understand the challenges of being a mom while also trying to pursue your own dreams and ambitions.
I created this website as a space to share my experiences and knowledge while also giving moms and female entrepreneurs a safe place to ask questions, vent, learn something new, or just find an online community of like-minded women.
If you’re a dude- BYE!
Ok now that the men are gone, let’s get into the really nitty gritty of it all.
Being a mom can be lonely
I found out I was unexpectedly pregnant with my first baby at the age of 24 years old. 8 months after my husband and I had gotten married. We also opened our business 2 weeks before she was born….
To put it lightly- that shit was HARD. Not just because of my age or the stress of entrepreneurship, but because becoming a mom can be very isolating. I suffered from post-partum depression and anxiety and did not realize it until a year after my daughter was born and I was having debilitating panic attacks.
I don’t want anyone to feel that way. So this is a safe space for people to share their experiences, give advice, and receive advice. PLEASE use the comments section to do all of the above.
You must eat more than your kid’s leftovers
It is so hard to figure out a way to feed yourself and your picky little eaters. One of the main reasons my husband and I started Green Brothers Juice & Smoothie co was to give people a way to easily nourish themselves while also enjoying what they are eating!
I will share some easy recipes for you and your kids in hopes that at least one of them will be a winner in your household!
A good mom is a healthy mom
Mentally & Physically. It is so easy to set our needs aside, especially when we are focused on raising little people while also trying to pursue our own dreams and ambitions.
I will share somethings I have done (or things I am planning to try) to keep myself mentally and physically healthy. I would love to hear ideas from you as well!