Get to know me

I’M laurie
a Wellness Empowerment Coach, Lipedema Warrior, NASM Certified Nutrition Coach, NBC-HWC, Bariatric Babe, and a Recovering Eating Disorder survivor. My journey has been full of ups and downs, and every challenge has taught me the power of resilience, self-love, and transformation.

I’m here to share my real-life experiences alongside practical, real strategies for health and wellness. Whether you’re looking for nutrition tips, Keto and low carb recipes, different ways to move your body, or inspiration to overcome your own challenges, know that you’re not alone.

With Love, Laurie

Favorite Movie
Lion King
Favorite Season

Summer

solo or group travel

Both!

States travelLed

38 States

Favorite food

Pizza

Ocean or Land

Ocean

more about me

Meet your aspiring Sand & Shenanigans CEO

I’m an aspiring Sun-Kissed Mama who’s practically made of sunshine and saltwater (yes, I can be salty)! The beach is my happy place—a never-ending playground of sand, sea, and the occasional seagull with a quirky appetite for my snacks (they are always getting me in trouble with the natives aka, my son)!

Now, here’s where it gets even better: every year, all 14 of us family members (yes, you read that right!) and our 4 furbabies pack up and head out for the ultimate beach vacation. It’s a hilarious, heartwarming reunion where generations collide, and even our four-legged family get their fair share of belly rubs and sandy adventures. Each trip is filled with laughter, quirky mishaps (think epic sandcastle fails and debates with the tide), and moments that remind me why I look forward to this yearly escape with so much love.

Life’s too short to take everything seriously—especially when the beach is calling. So if you see me strolling along the shore, carefree, a little sandy, and perhaps surrounded by my delightful, boisterous crew, know that I’m just living my best, easy-going life with a generous splash of humor and a whole lot of heart. .