Tell us about your family.
I have two children, aged three and five, with another on the way. I live with my brother and sister-in-law, who have three children of their own, so under one roof we have four adults and five kids.
What was your biggest adjustment when becoming a mum?
It was a huge identity shift for me. When I had my first child, I thought I could keep my “old” life, and it came as a real shock to realise just how much time and attention a baby requires — truly 24/7.
When I had my second child, I settled much more comfortably into the idea that my old life wasn’t coming back. By then, I had accepted that being a mum was my new identity, and I leaned into it far more easily.
How do you manage the juggle when it comes to trying to do it all?
I know I can’t do it all — at least not all at the same time. I’m juggling two businesses, two kids, and living in a house with five children in total. It’s chaotic most of the time, but it’s also a village of support.
I lean heavily on my family, friends, and community, and I genuinely couldn’t do what I do without that support.
For example, my sister-in-law picks the kids up from school three afternoons a week, which allows me to work until 5pm on those days.
What is the best thing about being a mum?
It’s such a privilege to watch and support my children. Seeing their growth and development, watching them play and love each other, and knowing we’ve created a warm, loving home filled with people and fun (most of the time!) makes me incredibly proud. I learn so much from my kids, and I know I’m a better person because of them.
What’s been your biggest challenge as a mum?
I lost my first pregnancy at 22 weeks. Saying goodbye to a little human who would have been my first child was incredibly challenging.
I was very well supported during that time, and I feel deeply grateful that I now have two healthy, thriving children
What surprised you the most when becoming a mum?
I never felt ready during either pregnancy — I was always petrified. I knew I wanted to be a mum, but I couldn’t imagine how I would juggle my career or what kind of mum I would be. I’m surprised by how much I love being a mum, how much I love being with my kids, and how profoundly motherhood has made me a better human.
What do you wish you knew before becoming a mum?
That having a baby really does take up every second of your time — but also that it’s a short phase and it does end. When I had my first child, I honestly thought it would never end.
If you could go back in time, what would you tell yourself or others?
That being a mum will be one of the hardest things you ever do, but you will also love it almost more than anything else you’ve done. And that community, support, and asking for help are absolutely key to being the best mum you can be.
Do you have any tips or tricks to manage the day-to-day juggle?
Ask for help — and let go of any guilt that comes with it.
How do you manage your time to fit in career, being a mum, relationship and time for you?
I have help — from my sister-in-law, my parents, and childcare. My partner and I share parenting responsibilities very evenly, and it helps that we’re both entrepreneurs working together, which gives us ultimate flexibility when it’s needed.
Who is in your village and you couldn’t live without?
My partner, my parents, my brothers, my brother and sister-in-law, and my friends and broader community who step in when support is needed most.
What’s in your bag you can’t leave home without:
- MacBook laptop
- iPhone
- Hydralyte
- Paw Paw Cream
- A snack, usually a piece of fruit
Your favourite holiday spot?
Ocean Shores and Brunswick Heads in the Byron Shire, about 20 minutes from Byron Bay.
Why did you love it?
We lived there for two years during COVID, and it holds a very special place in my heart. It’s one of the most beautiful places on earth.
What location is on top of your wish list to travel to next?
A safari in South Africa.
What is your favourite brand?
I can’t help myself when it comes to Zara. I also love Stylerunner, and I recently bought a stunning dress from Sir The Label.
The trend you’re loving right now:
Baggy jeans, an oversized T-shirt, Adidas shoes, and my Zulu & Zephyr cap.
The trend you can’t get on board with:
Anything that shows my tummy — it’s just not for me.
Your latest brand discovery:
I recently bought my everyday bag from Vestirsi and I’m loving it.
Where do you do most of your fashion shopping?
High Street, Armadale in Melbourne.
What does a healthy lifestyle mean to you?
Strong self-care routines — reading before bed, journalling, meditation, exercise, and time for myself (and even a massage if I’m lucky).
How do you keep your body moving?
Pilates, both mat Pilates and reformer.
Your top tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle:
Health is an ongoing journey. Eating well is critical — we cook most meals at home and rarely get takeaway.
Sleep is something I’m currently working on, as I find it hard to switch off, so I’m developing a better nighttime routine that includes meditation, journalling or reading, and no work after 9pm.
Exercising at least twice a week is important, and my partner and I coordinate early-morning workouts so one of us is always with the kids. Seeking help when needed — whether it’s an osteo, chiro, naturopath or Chinese medicine practitioner — is also essential. I’ve recently found that daily Hydralyte and nightly magnesium have made a big difference.
Your non-negotiables when it comes to health and wellness:
Exercise at least twice a week, no work after 9pm unless absolutely necessary, and reading every night before bed.
What does ‘balance’ mean to you?
Balance means regularly checking in with myself and noticing when I’m leaning too far in one direction. It’s a constant state of ebb and flow, and it’s always changing.
What was the driving force behind the creation of One Roof?
To close the gender gap in entrepreneurship and increase the number and success of women entrepreneurs and leaders.
What is the best thing about One Roof?
The community of incredible women entrepreneurs. I feel completely at home within the One Roof community and so proud of what everyone is building. Being surrounded by amazing women gives me so much hope and excitement for the future.
What has been your biggest challenge with One Roof?
Staying adaptable. External factors constantly change the way people work and buy, which means we’re always evolving, pivoting, and adjusting. It’s challenging — but also exciting.
What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned through One Roof?
Your network is everything. People open doors, support you, and back you.
I’ve invested a lot of time into building relationships simply because I love meeting people, learning from them, and asking for help.
Those relationships have grown into investors, advisors, partners, members, sponsors, and more.
What’s next for One Roof?
We have appointed Frances Goh as CEO, replacing myself. Frances has been my right hand through One Roof’s biggest pivots and is the living, breathing embodiment of our mission. I feel incredibly proud that this community will continue to grow under her leadership, and I couldn’t imagine a better person to carry the legacy forward. I have recently joined Australian telehealth provider Hellomello as general manager, to focus on women’s health. I will remain closely involved with One Roof as an advisor.
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What made you decide it was time to appoint a new CEO at One Roof? Was this a difficult decision for you?
It came at a time when I knew change was needed. I had been feeling it for a while. I wanted to go bigger with One Roof and was working on different avenues to achieve this. We considered merging with other groups, buying a business and came close to actually selling One Roof. At the same time I knew I was going to try for a third baby and knew I would need time to step back from the day to day. I am currently 8 months pregnant and as I anticipated this pregnancy has been incredibly challenging.
I had also started doing some work for Hellomello which I was really enjoying and wanting to find time to get more stuck into it. And so the solution seemed to be staring us in the face for some time. Fran has been leading the One Roof community for some time and she really wanted to step into an ownership role.
I thought it would be hard to hand the reins over but actually it felt so right. She had already been doing it for a while and she is the perfect person. It has been an incredibly humbling experience to see the One Roof legacy live on beyond me. I am so proud and I know Fran is the best person to do this.
You’ve recently joined Australian Telehealth provider Hello Mello as General Manager – what was the driving force behind this decision?
My partner started this business 3 years ago and while I wasn’t working in it, I was helping and watching from the sidelines. It has been amazing to watch the growth of this business and the industry.
I am very passionate about alternative healthcare and have seen the immense benefit from alternative options like medicinal cannabis. Ever since I started working in the business I have wanted to launch a women’s health arm and this is now in the works.
I have been doing a lot of research into perimenopause and other health issues that impact women and are often undiagnosed, under treated and under funded. I am really excited about launching this and in the meantime have been loving the challenge and work that has come with building a leading telehealth clinic in alternative healthcare.
