Meet our September Mama of the Month, Lily Starr!

Tell us about your family!

I am a mama to a wonderful (nearly) 4-year-old named Gus! He is confident, outgoing, and strong-willed, all traits I am sure will serve him well in life, but also make me want to pull my hair out on occasion. My husband and I just celebrated our twelfth wedding anniversary. As a family, we love exploring in nature, traveling, and snuggling up for movie nights.

Where is your hometown?

Sarasota, FL

What is/was your current/previous career?

I am a licensed social worker, and I worked as a therapist before having Gus. I plan to start seeing clients again soon and hope to focus on maternal mental health as well as the perinatal population.

How did you find FIT4MOM?

I saw a promotion for Burn Boot Camp and decided to give it a try. I hadn’t exercised since before my son was born (he was about 18 months at that point), and I was so sore afterward that I couldn’t lift him for a couple of days. I realized I needed something geared more towards my new body as a mom, and I found FIT4MOM.

How long have you been a member of FIT4MOM North Hills, and what has it done for you?

Meet our August Mama of the Month, Sara Audia!

Tell us about your family!

Hi! I’m Sara Audia! My husband Jon and I met in college in Kentucky and have been together for almost 10 years! I moved to Pittsburgh in 2018, and we welcomed our son Peter in May of 2024. We have 3 dogs (Lenny, Sophie, and Dale). We love traveling, spending time with our family, and exploring Pittsburgh!

Where is your hometown?

Born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky!

What is/was your current/previous career?

I own two businesses (SA Social Marketing and Steals by Sara). I previously worked for Keller Williams Realty in Wexford and the Pittsburgh Riverhounds in Ticket Sales.

How did you find FIT4MOM?

I live in McCandless and saw the girls working out at The Block at Northway, and recently had my son, so I thought it’d be a great way to meet other mamas!

How long have you been a member of FIT4MOM North Hills, and what has it done for you?

I have been a member since September-October 2024 and have made some amazing friends!

What is your favorite class?

Meet our July Mama of the Month, Katie Panighetti!

Tell us about your family!

Hi, I’m Katie! I’ve been married to Tom since January 2020 (yes, likely one of the last big weddings before the world shut down). We have two daughters: Marigold, who is 2, and Daphne, who is 6 months old. We live in McCandless with our favorite kitty, Enrique. We enjoy working on the numerous house projects that come with living on 2.5 acres, and we also love traveling when possible.

Where is your hometown?

North Hills, Ross Township

What is/was your current/previous career?

I earned a B.S. in Biology from John Carroll University and an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh. I’ve worked in university labs, corporate labs at PPG, and managed chemical supplier portfolios at ThermoFisher. Most recently, I worked as a Market Intelligence Analyst at UPMC Health Plan.

How did you find FIT4MOM?

I saw a Facebook post from an acquaintance about a FIT4MOM Open House. She never came, and I never left!

How long have you been a member of FIT4MOM North Hills, and what has it done for you?

Meet our June Mama of the Month, Jenn Maine!

Tell us about your family!

My husband, Gabe, and I have two rambunctious little girls, Georgia (8 years old) and Amelia (6 years old). We are entering the sports and activity chapter of life with them. Looking forward to all the things they will learn to do because we want to do them too!

Where is your hometown?

Lake Charles, Louisiana……. that's right! Bringing a little something southern to this corner of the world.

What is/was your current/previous career?

I have been a Freight Forwarder for nearly 20 years. When products are manufactured or sold overseas, I assist manufacturers in relocating their products to the desired destination to facilitate the sale of their goods. Think of a travel agent for transporting products on aircrafts and vessels.

How did you find FIT4MOM?

To be honest, I prayed for a friend to work out with. I used to hold my breath that it would be my husband, and when that didn’t happen, I asked for help and got it!

How long have you been a member of FIT4MOM North Hills, and what has it done for you?

Meet our May Mama of the Month, Senna Urso!

We're happy to welcome back Senna! Senna taught classes for us before the birth of her daughter, and she'll be returning to help fill in this Summer!

Tell us about your family!

Hi! I'm Senna! My husband Matt and I have been together for almost 11 years. We welcomed our daughter Callie to the world in March 2024. We have two Maine Coon kitties that Callie adores. We love playing outside, going for walks, visiting the library, and spending time with family.

Where is your hometown?

Shaler!

What is/was your current/previous career?

I was a nanny and worked at many daycares.

How did you find FIT4MOM?

I was pregnant and was looking for a mom group that involved fitness.

How long have you been a member of FIT4MOM North Hills, and what has it done for you?

I've been a part of FIT4MOM since 2023, and it has introduced me to amazing moms! I got the best pregnancy, delivery, and new mom advice that I didn’t know I needed.

What is your favorite class exercise?

Stroller Strides because the workout is great, and Callie loves the books and bubbles!

Meet our April Mama of the Month, Mara Smith!

We're proud to introduce Mara as the newest member of our team, in the role of Member Manager! You can start to look out for emails from her as you approach class milestones or your FIT4MOM anniversary. She'll help us to celebrate you, Mama!

Tell us about your family!

My husband and I have been together since high school, celebrating 18 years as a couple and 9 years of marriage this year. We’re proud parents to our 6-year-old son, Oliver, our 13-month-old daughter, Aria, and our 2-year-old dog, Rose.

Where is your hometown?

I grew up in Cheswick, PA, a small town about 20 minutes northeast of Pittsburgh.

What is/was your current/previous career?

I have a background in education, holding a B.A. in English, a Secondary Education Certification, and a minor in Communication from Carlow University. Before becoming a mom, I taught middle and high school in various roles. Since then, I’ve explored different teaching opportunities, including online ESL instruction, preschool teaching, and being a stay-at-home mom. This school year, I am working as a Substitute Primary and Toddler Teacher and After Care Teacher at the Western Pennsylvania Montessori School in Hampton Township.

Meet our March Mama of the Month, Kathryn Berken!

Tell us about your family!

My husband, Jared, and I have been married for 9 years in May. We met in college in Pennsylvania, moved to his home state of Washington for 6 years after college, and moved back to Pennsylvania after having Emilia in January 2021. Thomas joined us in May of 2023.

Where is your hometown?

Hollidaysburg, PA (about 2 hours east of Pittsburgh)

What is/was your current/previous career?

I was a dental hygienist until Emilia was about 14 months old, then I made the change to stay-at-home mom. Fun story: I actually was 5 months pregnant with Emilia when I graduated from hygiene school in 2020.

How did you find FIT4MOM?

It was either Jamie or Nicole who posted an advertisement on a Cranberry Facebook group! I was intrigued by the idea of having my daughter present during the workouts, rather than in a childcare room at a gym, as well as meeting other moms since we had recently moved to the area.

How long have you been a member of FIT4MOM North Hills, and what has it done for you?

Meet our February Mama of the Month, Sarah Gallagher!

Tell us about your family!

My husband (Brian) and I were set up on a blind date by our parents. We got married in 2020, and our son Hugh was born in March 2023. We’re having a second son soon - he’ll be here in a few short weeks!

Where is your hometown?

I grew up in Pittsburgh, moved away for college and work, and then came back home in 2015.

What is/was your current/previous career?

My first career was a teacher - I spent five years teaching mostly music and some math in a small school in rural Alaska. I returned home to pursue my master's in math and then pivoted to a career in the banking world, where I am still working today.

How did you find FIT4MOM?

It came up in a search when I was trying to find a prenatal yoga class during my first pregnancy. I knew I’d want to try the stroller classes, so I bookmarked the site for later.

How long have you been a member of FIT4MOM North Hills, and what has it done for you?

I attended stroller classes in 2023 while on maternity leave. I stopped when I returned to work full-time, but rejoined in early 2024, when Body Well started last January. I’ve been in the Body Well classes ever since!

Meet our January Mama of the Month, Alison Kirkpatrick!

Tell us about your family!

I’ve been married to my husband, John, since 2015, and we have three lovely children, Cooper (4.5 years), Laney (2.5 years), and Mara (11 months). We also have a golden retriever, Murphy, and two orange tabby cats, Harvey and Jay.

Where is your hometown?

I grew up in Clarion, PA. It’s a quaint little town on a river with lots of woods. I enjoyed swimming, boating, and kayaking in the summer, going on trail runs or bike rides year-round, and cross-country skiing in the winter. With a quintessential small-town America main street and a state university, all in all, it was a pretty great place to grow up (even though I couldn’t wait to leave for college).

What is/was your current/previous career?

Since the fall of 2021, I’ve stayed home with the kids full-time. Previously, I primarily worked in engineering project management. Still, after earning my MBA, I transitioned into corporate finance/acquisitions before following my heart to leave the corporate world and spend as much time as possible with my favorite people.