We are featuring moms right here in our local community to highlight the wonderful things they are doing as mothers, business owners, community members, and friends. We are grateful to our sponsor, KIA AutoSport of Pensacola, for supporting our mission of educating, encouraging, and empowering local moms through the lifelong journey of parenthood.
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Meet Stacy Robello
How many kids do you have, and what are their ages?
I have 3 children, ages 12, 6, and 3. I also have a bonus daughter who is 27, and she has two children of her own. So yes, I’m a grandma, too!
What do you do for a living?
My career in working with older adults started at age 21. However, my college degree was in Education, so I chose to pursue that for a short time. In 2006, opportunities opened up for me to return to in-home care for seniors, and just a few years ago, my husband and I became the owners of the local “
Home Instead” office. We employ Home Health Aides that help older adults live as independently as possible wherever they call home.
What do you do to reset and recharge, especially with the craziness of life right now?
I feel like I’m constantly moving or thinking. So my idea of restoration is just sitting still for an extended amount of time. Relaxing on the beach, on the front porch of my house, or even a power nap are all top choices.
What do you like about raising a family here?
There are so many reasons, and I could go on and on about, but I would say the comradery among the community.
What is challenging about raising a family here?
Two words. Hurricane season.
What is your favorite local thing to do/place to go?
One of the main reasons we love to live here is being close to the beaches/water.
Is there a hidden gem in Pensacola you love?
If you haven’t tried Single Fin Cafe at Waterboyz surf shop, then you’re missing out. It’s also a great place to pick up local gifts, and the best part is that they have activities for kids too!
How can Pensacola better serve you as a mom?
I would like to see Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods Market come into our area. It would help in so many ways for our community, but most of all encourage people to make better food choices for better health.
What piece of advice would you give to mothers right now?
There’s so much pressure to keep up or do more, and you can lose yourself in doing that. After baby #3, I’ve realized that self-care should be top of the list. If you don’t put your health first, you won’t be available for the ones who need you most. Take care of you!
Tell us about your favorite thing to do in your downtime?
It sounds cliche, but just good old quality time with my husband and kids. Whether it’s at the house, or the beach, on our boat, or a Wahoos game. Making memories together is a priority.
Anything else you would like us to know about yourself that makes you uniquely you?
I have overcome many challenges in my life, but the hardest one has been finding
work/life HARMONY at the height of my career raising a young family. It’s a rewarding yet exhilarating accomplishment!
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