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Welcome to Tiny Chair Talks, Babymint’s interview series where we settle into tiny chairs in my son's bedroom for meaningful conversations with parents who are shaping the world they want their kids to grow up in.
Today, we’re excited to chat with Olesia, a wellness entrepreneur, certified coach, and mom who is passionate about helping women navigate personal growth and life transitions with intention.
In this heartfelt conversation, Olesia opens up about her journey building a business rooted in wellness, the small rituals that keep her grounded in the midst of motherhood, and the lessons her daughter has taught her about presence and joy.
Read on for our chat with Olesia - a story of resilience, connection, and finding beauty in life’s everyday moments.
For those who may not know you yet – can you tell us a little about who you are, what you do, and what life looks like these days?
I’m Olesia – a mom, a wellness entrepreneur, and a certified coach focused on helping women navigate personal growth and transitions. These days, my life revolves around raising my daughter with care, running my business with heart, and staying grounded in our daily routines. It’s a busy season, but also incredibly fulfilling.
I think so many moms will relate to that feeling of being busy but fulfilled. I’ve been wanting to ask you - What does wellness actually look like for you these days? In the messy, beautiful everyday moments?
It’s not always polished - sometimes wellness is just pausing to breathe deeply in between school runs or remembering to drink water during the day. For me, it’s about micro-moments of nourishment: movement, presence, and showing up for myself with kindness, even when things are messy.
I really love that idea of micro-moments of nourishment - it’s such a refreshing and realistic way to think about wellness as a mom. And I imagine that mindset also carries over into how you connect with your daughter. What are some of the ways you try to bring calm, connection, or ritual into her day-to-day life?
Our connection really lives in the little rituals that help her feel safe and seen. We cook together often, even if it’s just something simple like pancakes or chopping fruit side by side. Before bed, we have a ritual of coloring together - it’s a gentle, regulating way to wind down, process the day, and connect without pressure. I also teach her Russian, which has become a sweet part of our daily rhythm - sharing songs, words, and stories from our heritage. And we spend a lot of time in nature - walking barefoot, swimming, just being outside. It helps both of us reset and stay grounded.
And speaking of movement, I know you are into boxing these days. Can you share what that experience means to you?
Boxing for me is about coordination, rhythm, and learning to stay centered in your body. It’s playful and empowering. I want my daughter to grow up feeling confident in herself - physically and emotionally - and to know that movement can be a source of joy and inner steadiness.
The way you talk about movement really shifts the focus - from achievement to presence. It’s such a refreshing perspective, and makes me wonder - How do you hope movement, wellness, and self-trust continue to show up in Yeva’s life as she grows?
I hope she learns to trust her own cues - to rest when she’s tired, move when she wants to, and listen to what her body and heart need. My goal isn’t perfection - it’s self-connection. If she feels safe in her body and her choices, I’ll feel like I’ve done something right.
That intention around self-connection over perfection is so powerful - especially in a world that so often pushes kids to override their instincts. Building on that, how do you approach conversations with her around body awareness, inner strength, or taking care of herself in a way that feels grounded and age-appropriate?
I keep it simple and positive. We talk about how amazing our bodies are for running, dancing, and jumping. I focus on care over critique - like, “Let’s eat something nourishing so we have energy,” or “Let’s stretch our strong legs.” I’m mindful that she learns from what I say and how I say it.
It’s amazing how much our kids absorb just from the way we speak to them. My son is only 2, but I already see how much he absorbs just by watching and listening. When we talk about giving things away or cleaning up our toys “for the next baby,” he lights up. These small moments really shape how they see the world. It’s about planting those seeds early. So my next question is What kind of world do you hope your daughter grows up in – and what are you doing today to help shape that future?
I hope she grows up in a world that values empathy, authenticity, and respect. At home, I try to model emotional regulation, compassion, and boundaries. I can’t control the whole world, but I can help shape her inner world to be resilient and kind.
That’s such a grounded perspective - focusing on shaping her inner world to be resilient and kind. It feels like that same intention carries into the work you do as a coach. How has your experience as a mother - and someone who’s navigated so many life transitions yourself - influenced the way you support others through change?
Motherhood has deepened my empathy and my understanding of what it means to grow through change. It’s taught me how important support, clarity, and self-trust are when you’re moving through uncertain seasons. I bring that lived insight into the space I hold for clients.
Can we talk a bit more about that lived insight - so much of parenthood is change – physically, emotionally, even in our identities. How have you stayed grounded in your sense of self as both a woman and a Coach to others?
I anchor myself through practices that remind me who I am - things like movement, journaling, and time in nature. And I stay connected to work that lights me up. I’ve learned that when I care for myself well, I show up better for everyone around me.
What would you say to other moms who feel like they’ve lost themselves a little in the chaos of motherhood – and are trying to reconnect with their purpose or path?
You’re not alone - and it doesn’t mean anything is wrong with you. Start small: maybe a short walk alone, a class you’ve been curious about, or simply remembering what used to bring you joy. Your identity hasn’t disappeared - it’s evolving. And that’s a beautiful thing.
