Tell us about your family!
Hi! My name is Shay, I’m 30 years old living with my husband and son in Oak Park. We moved here in August of 2022 from Kansas City MO.
I had my sweet boy in Berywn on December 28,2022 and he has been the light of our life ever since. His name is Maxwell Linux Crewse and his dad, Jack, and I are smitten. We enjoy taking road trips and trying new things, my husband and I are big music peeps so we are always trying to find shows to see.
Current/previous career?
I have always had a passion for teaching little minds so I decided to get my BS in Elementary Education with a Psych minor. I was a preschool teacher for 5 years and then subbed in many different grades after. Ever since Max was born I have been a SAHM but am slowly looking to get back into work.
What does motherhood mean to you?
Motherhood has given me a chance to find myself in a way I never could have achieved before. This beautiful journey has already taught me so many lessons. Motherhood is the most beautiful chapter of my life so Max is my sunshine no matter the weather.
Favorite local spot?
We are still exploring our favorite local places to hang but so far we go to Fox park the most. It’s right down the street from our home and we love to spend our sunny days there. As far as food goes we really love MamaThai!
How did you find Fit4Mom?
I found this wonderful tribe of mommas through the Moms of Oak Park Facebook group.
What's the best part of Fit4Mom?
What is something that would surprise us? I have really enjoyed the people I’ve met from this wonderful group. Being in a brand new city can be overwhelming when it comes to meeting new people. This program has been such a joy for me and my son. We’ve already made so many new friends and I feel so much better moving my body.
Favorite class/exercise?
I love the stroller strides classes, they are the perfect combination of socializing and movement.
Proudest moment?
My proudest moment of my life is bringing Max into this world. I was in labor for a very long time and by the time I was ready to push my body and brain were exhausted. With the help of my wonderful husband and medical staff we had a beautiful little guy.
Something that would surprise us?
I grew up on a farm and rode horses for the first 17 years of my life. My son just rode my childhood horse over the weekend, Max is 15 months old and my horse is 27. An item checked off my bucket list!
I’m just so incredibly thankful for this group, I’m excited to continue to meet all of you and grow our village!
FIT4MOM Oak Park River Forest offers fitness classes for women in all stages of motherhood, including prenatal, stroller & moms only classes. Your first class is free! Click here to try a class.