Each month we select a member of the FIT4MOM McAllen community who we think deserves some recognition for their hard work, lively spirit, and dedication to FIT4MOM.

This month, we're spotlighting Nicola Mac Arthur!

Continue reading to learn more about her.

Tell us about who is in your family.

• Brian (husband), Noah (2 years) and James (10 months)

Where is your hometown?

• I was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland

What is/was your career?

• I have a finance / banking background and worked in Commercial Banking for over 10 years before I had my boys. Now I’m a full time stay at home mom :)

How long have you been with FIT4MOM McAllen, and what has it done for you?

• I joined in September 2023 and I love it! Joining has opened me up to a community of caring and fun Moms. Going to the classes regularly has also helped me schedule my days better!

What is your favorite part about class?

• I like using the resistance bands and also when we go outside during class.

What is something that has surprised you about motherhood?

• How I can function on very little sleep and also how rewarding the small things are - like getting very excited over one of the boys trying a new food!

What are three of your favorite things?

• My family, a nice cup of tea and listening to a good podcast on a walk.

What is your proudest mommy moment so far?

• Seeing my boys play together melts my heart. I love seeing them learn and interact with each other - although sometimes I feel like a referee lol - it’s the best seeing them play together now they are getting older.

What advice would you give to a new mother?

• Someone once told me the days are long but the years are short and oh my that is so true!! Enjoy all the small moments! I would also say take as many pictures as possible but most importantly make sure you are in them!! It sounds obvious, but usually Moms are the ones taking all the pics - so be sure to get in some with your babies!!!

Anything else you'd like to add?

• When we moved to McAllen, I was worried I wouldn’t be able to exercise as much since I have the boys with me all the time - so finding FIT4MOM was perfect for us! It’s an excellent community of mamas who genuinely care about one another and I am so grateful I found it. To anyone thinking about it, sign up and come to class. It’s so much fun!