I am proud to bring you a new edition of MOMS I HEART: highlighting the inspiring moms in my life.
For this edition, I am joined by Jennifer Beek Hunter, founder of Jennifer Hunter Design and HUNTfor.
I was thrilled to have Jennifer and her girls in the studio this past month for her artwork sitting, and am excited to share her wisdom with you. Her design firm, based in New York City, is known for its signature, fresh take on traditional aesthetics. Blending traditional tailored silhouettes with eclectic patterns, her homes are a perfect balance between glamorous, bold, relaxed, and subtle tastes. Her work can be seen in homes across the country and featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and the New York Times.
Her newest project, HUNTfor, is an Al-powered solution for creators to scale direct messaging with their personalized taste and tone. To join the early access waitlist, fill out the form here.
MOMS I HEART
JENNIFER BEEK HUNTER
FOUNDER OF JENNIFER HUNTER DESIGN
WHO OR WHAT MADE YOU A MOM?
Becoming a mom wasn’t an easy journey for me. I didn’t become a mom the day my daughter was born. I became a mom the moment I decided I was ready and committed to fighting for that role. I fought incredibly hard for my eldest daughter, and that experience shaped me in ways nothing else could. It taught me resilience, patience, and a depth of love I didn’t know was possible.
A RECENT BIG LITTLE MOMENT…
Dance parties with my girls are my absolute favorite. No matter what kind of day I’ve had, dancing with them instantly lifts my mood and reminds me to be present. Lately, we’ve been dancing to classics like ‘Girls Just Want to Have Fun.’
DAILY RITUAL?
My daily ritual is making myself a big iced coffee and then sitting in my bathroom with the door shut while I do my makeup. It’s my one quiet, zen moment to mentally prepare for the day. I usually have some fun music playing too! It helps me reset and start the day grounded and energized.
THE ADVICE YOU DIDN’T TAKE
I am glad that I didn't take the advice that motherhood should mean losing myself. Taking care of me and being successful in my career has helped me show up healthier and happier for my girls.
THE ADVICE YOU NOW GIVE
Listen to your instincts, not the noise. There will always be opinions, expectations, and outside voices telling you how motherhood should look. Learning to quiet that noise and trust your inner voice allows you to make decisions that are truly right for you and your children.
YOUR WISH FOR EVERY MOM
My wish for every mom is that she gives herself grace. I hope she trusts her instincts, tries not to be perfect, and knows that she is enough. Motherhood is really tough, and every mom deserves to feel confident, supported, and proud of the love she gives her children.
