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 Ester Vasquez!

Continue reading to learn more about her.

Tell us about who is in your family.

• Myself, my soon to be husband Angel, and our baby girl, Ester.

Where is your hometown?

• McAllen, TX.

What is/was your career?

• I'm a stay at home mom.

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

• I became a member the last week of June. Being part of FIT4MOM has helped me stay healthy for me and my family. FIT4MOM has also helped me meet new mom friends that I get to connect and talk about mommy things with.

What is your favorite class?

• Lunges and squats.

What is something that has surprised you about motherhood?

• I feel becoming a mother is like going through puberty for a 2nd time. Body changes, mood changes, you have to learn who you're becoming for this next chapter of you life. All that with the huge responsibility of a tiny new life. No one really tells you how overwhelming it all is.

What are three of your favorite things?

• Spending time with family, hanging out with friends, and catching up on my favorite shows when baby goes to bed.

What is your proudest mommy moment so far?

• Learning to be patient. I'm extremely impatient, always have been, but I'm learning day by day.

What advice would you give to a new mother?

• Don't forget about you! Me time, time with just you and your partner or a friend is much needed. You might feel guilty maybe even cry a bit being away from baby (I know I do a year and a half in) but trust me, you'll feel better when you recharge a bit.

Anything else you'd like to add?

• I'm so glad I joined FIT4MOM!