Can you tell us a little about yourself?
I’m a marketing professional with over fifteen years of experience in internet and technology. I'm passionate about marketing, communication, technology, cinema, and the arts. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, traveling, and discovering new places. I'm married and a mother to a 1.5-year-old daughter.
How did you feel when you found out you were going to be a mom?
I was incredibly happy, of course! The moment you become a mother, your priorities shift—everything you once valued suddenly changes order.
How has becoming a mother affected your life?
I think “sleeplessness” comes as part of the motherhood package :) You also realize how small and insignificant the things you used to stress or get upset about really are. You almost stop thinking about them entirely. Like I said, everything in life takes on a new meaning and order of importance.
What do you pay the most attention to when it comes to your child’s nutrition and clothing?
There are many doctors in our family, so I pay close attention to their advice. Ever since pregnancy, we've been focusing on a protein-rich diet—protein is the building block of the body, especially during the 0–3 age period. Other than that, we try to maintain a balanced intake of all nutrients.
When it comes to clothing, I still agree with the old saying I heard when my baby was born: “What a child eats is yours, what they wear is theirs” :)
Jokes aside, I try to dress my daughter based on her age, comfort, and health. But like many Turkish moms, I admit I’ve become the kind who says, “Make sure the baby doesn’t get cold!” :) The tricky part is keeping her warm without making her sweat—it's definitely a challenge.
What are your thoughts on organic products?
Natural and organic products are my preference because they help regulate body temperature and don’t contain harmful chemicals. However, it's not always easy to tell which products are truly organic.
Can you complete the following sentences?
• The color I dress my child in the most: Orange, Turquoise
• The game I play with my child the most: Legos, Wooden Blocks, Pretend Cooking
• My favorite book to read to my child: The “Pisi Pisi Mırnav” series
• The music/song we listen to the most: Old MacDonald Had a Farm, Classical Music
• My favorite activity to do with my child: Reading books together
• The thing I say to my child the most: I love you so much