By Adam Kluger Photography by Gary Flom

What are some of your resolutions for the new year?

One resolution for the new year is to be more joyful. 2022 was a year of loss and grief for me. I learned tremendous lessons about the beauty of life and its fragility. Every day really is a gift. I'm also trying to stress less. I'm a planner. Although it can be a good quality for preparedness it tends to cause me to needlessly worry. The only moment we really have is the one we are experiencing right now.

How do you stay so fit and look so beautiful all year long?

I do not work out. I never have. I lead an active lifestyle of being on -the- go. I'm a mom to a very busy 4-year-old and like most moms we don't get a chance to sit down much. I try to eat a balanced diet, more of a mediterranean style. I don't have any strict food restrictions. I'm a big believer that if you are craving something like chocolate or chips, eat it. Food is to be enjoyed. Everything in moderation. Sleep is key for me. I need a good 7-8 hours. It's seldom I actually get that but my body does not operate well without a solid night's rest.

Describe your sense of style and fashion.

My fashion sense is simple and chic. I do not like loud patterns or a lot of accessories. I tend to pair a solid colored long sleeve t with a fitted pair of jeans, and heeled booties for the fall/winter for my day to day casual look. I love makeup and I definitely feel my best when I'm glammed up.

Some of my personal goals for 2023 are to spend as much quality time as possible with my son. He is at such a wonderful age. Watching the world through his eyes is magical. We're also adding a dog to our family this month. We're very excited.

What advice do you have for young women out there to find success and happiness in 2023 . My advice for young women to find success and happiness is to check in with what YOU really want. Not what you have been told you want. Not what you think other people want for you, or what you think will impress the outside world. Happiness and success is subjective. It comes in all forms. Ultimately, the only person you need to concern yourself with is you. Everyone has their own individual path and timeline. Don't feel like you need to accomplish everything in a certain amount of time. Life doesn't stop at 40. Dreams don't die. As long as you have another tomorrow, you have another opportunity to achieve your goals.

Do you see yourself as a role model?

I don’t see myself as a role model. I’m doing the best I can with the situations life hands me. I try to navigate things with a clear and calm mind, and live life with a cautiously optimistic heart. I do not believe life is easy for anyone. I think more people struggle than they let out. Social media has a way of giving a filtered reality. It is the highlight reel. Comparison is the thief of joy. I am figuring it out just like the next person. In the year I have grown in ways I didn’t imagine possible. My obstacles and losses have made me a better person with a better understanding of others. I’m proud of how I lead my life.

Any advice for other women going through fertility struggles?

Focus on the task at hand. I found that the procedural nature of egg freezing and IVF gave me a sense of control when in truth I had none. Emotionally, I prayed a lot. It calmed me. I gave it up to God so to speak. Anyone going through fertility struggles should know they are not alone. I believe a child chooses you. You do not need to be a biological parent to be a parent. There is always a way. Love finds it.

How has becoming Alexander’s mom changed everything? What matters most to you?

My focus is always on him. He is only going to be little once and I want him to have the most magical, happy, and peaceful childhood. So sometimes we have ice cream for breakfast. When it comes to my work, I go harder. I want to provide everything and then some for him as my parents did for me. I don’t have much of a social life but that’s a small sacrifice in the bigger picture. I love being home with him. I think certain battles have made me realize what matters most. The work matters of course, but corporations are kind to no one. People love you, not companies. Becoming a mother matters most to me because family is forever. Nothing matters more to me.