Dale Stabler

Meet the LA based mama to Leo (1), mama-to-be to Baby Stabler #2, and the co-founder of Sweats + The City, the Orro app, and We Are More Than Moms

What's Your Favorite Part of Motherhood?

I love watching Leo develop more and more each day. It's really so exciting to see! I'll never forget his first smile or laugh.

What's The Most Challenging Part?

I think the unknown territory! As a first time mom, you go through pregnancy and all these body changes that you've never gone through before. you go through labor (which seems SO impossible before it happens). Then the baby comes, you leave the hospital - it's like "what's next? What do I do with this tiny human?"

What Have You Learned About Yourself in Your Role as a Mom?

I'm so much more capable than I thought I was. When you're a mom, there's no breaks or days off. On a Saturday morning, I can't just stay in bed.

What's Your Favorite Parenting Tip/Piece of Advice You'd Give to Others?

Don't be a hero and take the help! You do not need to make it harder on yourself or feel shame for "taking the easy way out" Breastfeeding not working for you? Formula is okay! You don't want have to be in hero mode for everything.

How Do You Self Care?

Wellness is a huge part of my life, so getting in a workout and having that time for myself is really important to me.

What's a Mantra, Quote, or Phrase You Live By?

I'm a real believer in the "lucky girl syndrome." When I go through periods where I really implement this mindset, magic happens!