Kate Hayes
Kate was born and raised in western MA, before heading to college in Boston to study neuroscience. After graduation, she lived in NYC for nearly a decade and CT for two years, before moving to Shrewsbury in 2021. She has a 4 year old daughter and a 2 year old son. Kate is a full-time working mom, leading the corporate leadership development programs at Echoing Green, a global leadership accelerator. Outside of her day job, she is a trained leadership coach and facilitator who loves to work with moms. She runs a local moms group in Shrewsbury, focused on connecting moms through deeply engaging conversations. When she’s not working, she loves to travel the world, cook her way through her cookbook collection, practice yoga, and spend time with her adorable children and husband.
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother's Day is just around the corner, and it's time to show the moms in our lives how much we care about them. This Mother's Day gift guide includes ideas for things that I...
The Ultimate New England Bucket List
There are so many reasons that I love living in New England. We have an endless supply of adventures waiting for us, all within a reasonable distance. We have the ocean, mountains, country, cities,...
Five Books That Changed My Motherhood Experience
I have been an avid reader since I was a child. I read constantly about many topics. When I became pregnant with my daughter in 2018, I immediately ordered every book I could find...
Time-Saving Hacks for Busy Moms
When it comes to time-saving hacks, I have a bit of expertise. I have two young children, work full-time, am in graduate school, and manage a of lot "extracurricular" activities. For me, saving time...
Three Ways to Approach the New Year
As we approach the end of 2023, many of us are already thinking about what the new year might bring. While I believe that any time is a good time to create intentions and...
Tips for Developing Wellness Practices as a Working Mom
Most of us have heard the saying that we need to put on our own oxygen mask before helping others. Yet, as moms, we are often left to wonder - what is the oxygen...
Journal Prompts To Support Your Well-Being
As we enter one of the busiest seasons of the year, it is more important than ever to prioritize our mental health. A year or so ago, I sat down with my mom (she...
Tips for Throwing A Halloween Party for Kids
I have always loved to host gatherings. Whether it's an intimate dinner with family friends, a celebratory birthday party, a deep conversation around motherhood, or a themed event for the kids - it brings...
5 Spots To Tidy This Fall
There is something about the fall that lends itself to starting fresh. Kids are headed back to school, parents are finding their way back into a routine, and the anticipation of the busy holiday...
A Guide To Traveling With Your Family
I have always loved traveling. Growing up, we went on family trips each year, primarily in the US and sometimes beyond. When I got to college, I became obsessed with exploring new countries, often...