Finch At Home

Home
Finch At Home

Welcome to Finch At Home - a peek into the life of a Minnesota lover

03/08/2024

The Finch-Christenson Fam visits Brugge 💕
We all loved this town so much. Staying in a home from the 1400’s was so impressive and the town had magic around every corner. It’s the perfect day trip from Paris or Amsterdam - we hope you visit!

26/07/2024

Stolen from - let’s chat about it

I noticed this SO much in Germany of all places what has been your experience?

08/07/2024

Our first day in Paris 🇫🇷
After our smooth flight we departed Orly and headed to the apartment. We’re staying in the 1st arrondissement right by the Louvre and it was a great choice - lots of small restaurants, bakeries, grocery stores and shops. Our apartment is perfectly sized for the four of us and has the cutest little elevator.

We unpacked and hit the ground running. First ordered of business was to stop at a bakery to get a quick bit and the walk around the exterior of the Louvre and see the Tuileries. We also walked along the Seine and across Pont Neuf to the Luxembourg Garden for some boating. The only thing we had planned for the day was to go to the Catacombs and it was a fabulous choice.

The weather has been cool and comfortable, and less busy than I thought it would be. We’ve felt so so safe, and all of us love it here and I’m planning a longer trip back. Practicing key French phrases was a great choice because everyone has been EXCEPTIONALLY nice! No protests are happening near us and if people hadn’t messaged I would have no idea anything is happening. Also, they DO dress better here. I adore it 😍

The kids are having a blast, we’re walking about 20k steps and day and loving Europe.

23/04/2024

Happy Tuesday, friends ☀️💫💕 make today the best it can be!

04/04/2024

The Scheels Spring Into Fashion Event is one of my favorite local shopping events of the year 🌸

This event benefits LEEP, and I would love to see you on Sunday, April 28th! Thank you, Scheels 💕

https://www.scheels.com/p/mankato-scheels-spring-into-fashion-event/40011005056-RH-SPRING.html

23/03/2024

We all know women’s sizing is about as accurate as the weather forecast, but I’ve been eyeballing this piece of clothing in my daughter’s closet for MONTHS as something I’d like to wear. AND IT FITS, so we’re gonna celebrate.

I’ve been working so hard and it’s so nice to see the efforts pay off in lab results, confidence and strength! I still eat chocolate every day (I refuse to give up my mini eggs), but we’re all eating so much cleaner and my relationship with food is so much healthier. I’m an open book if you’re looking for more info and a starting point. has made a world of difference for my whole health 💕

Looking for more info on Enara? Get your insurance info (they work with most providers!) and visit this link: https://bit.ly/finchathome

15/03/2024

Huge thank you to for coming and taking pictures at Mayo! I feel so professional 🫶

Also I have enormous teeth. I love them, but man, they are large. No braces though, thanks Dad 👏🏼😂

12/03/2024

Get your EpiPen…no joking though, watching my progress has me feeling some sort of way.

I’ve been working so hard, changing our diet, working out consistently and making all the big changes and it’s been paying off! I’ve gained even MORE confidence and can fit both my legs into one side of those original shorts.

I’m officially down 65 pounds and so excited for this summer - I’ll be ready to walk my way across Europe.

Follow this link: https://bit.ly/finchathome to find out more about through

Have your insurance information ready, so Enara can offer the best membership for you, which is usually highly covered by their plans. I even have a code for you to use 💕

27/02/2024

SO happy to have my ring back from 💎 I’ve lost a whole ring size and almost lost her a few times at the rink, so I figured it was time to get it reduced.

I’m also so happy we got the protection plan as they replaced a stone and built up some of the gold. This ring was made from the stones of my original wedding band and ring, and I’m so thankful they were able to make me a custom ring for our 10 year anniversary 💕 I’m still obsessed!!

29/12/2023

2023 has been life changing.
The year started out with career pivots, health scares, medication hiccups and weird lab results. My lupus was causing me to have huge flares, I was eating like crap (or not eating at all), my weight was the highest it had ever been and I felt miserable.

Add in some family health issues, disappointing lab work with results that scared me, a family member passing away at 40 and I knew I needed to make some BIG changes so I could be around for as long as possible.

Thankfully, I have the most supportive friends on earth who shared that they’d joined medically guided and supported weight loss and had seen positive results. With my medical history, I knew I couldn’t do the shakes, meal replacements or wraps in good conscience and my medical team would be unimpressed. There isn’t a magic shot or pill, it’s all about the work you put into it that will make changes in the long run.

I’m so thankful for and in helping me get a handle on my health. I’ve lost almost 50 pounds and gained muscle from following the program and I feel SO much better. There are a lot of things I can’t control with my health, but I’m aiming to keep my body as strong as I can 💗 let’s do this, 2024. I’m ready to flourish.

25/12/2023

Merriest of Merry Christmas Wishes from our family to yours. This year has been one for the record books.

Owen is a fresh 11 and has had the best year. He’s absolutely obsessed with hockey and plays year round (and would play more if he could). He’s loving school, has some amazing friends and is growing up so well. He’s still rocking the modern mullet and is a joy to be around - if you need a shopping buddy, he’s there!

Norah is almost 14 and has blossomed into the BEST middle schooler you’ve ever met. She was invited to be on Hope Squad, is enjoying being a WEB Leader and loves knowledge bowl. She’s taking enriched classes that challenge her in all the best ways. Her friends are hilarious and supportive and I’m so thankful for their love for her. She loves all her sports and competed in swimming, joined the ski team and plans to do golf in the spring.

Alex is still with MNIT (the DOT) and had a promotion this year. He’s still playing pool and DnD/gaming with the crew. He loves watching the kids play sports and you can usually find him volunteering at the kids games. He’s an expert clock runner. He just got skates so he can practice with Owen on the rink in the backyard- if it ever gets cold!!

As for me, I had the best year. I started a new job with Mayo, and have loved working from home. I’m finally taking all my medicine, have focused on my health and am feeling so good. I’ve travelled more with friends and family and have seen my favorite band twice! We’re planning a huge trip this summer so that’s where all my time goes 🥰

Friends and family, we’re so happy we have you to share the season with and are sending all our love to you this holiday season. We hope you can feel our love! Have the best day and upcoming 2024 ✨

22/12/2023

Aren’t we just the luckiest little beams of light ✨

19/12/2023

‘Tis the season to recognize and grow 🌱

18/12/2023

Merry everything from Milo the red nosed reindog 🎄🎁❤️

16/12/2023

The stockings are hung, I only have two more gifts left to buy (everyone keep reminding me this so I stop buying stuff) and almost ALL my presents are wrapped (thanks ). I’m ready for this holiday season, we just need ❄️ SNOW ❄️
Are you team white Christmas or team no I don’t want to wear a coat??

PS - holiday album is a banger, highly recommend ☃️

15/12/2023

Okay friends and family, I’ve got something to tell ya!
I feel like I need to preface that I love my body no matter what it looks like, and am thankful for all it does despite my innards trying to cause problems. Plus, I’m shallow enough to say I love the changes 👏🏼

BUT, I have to tell you about the Enara Health program at Mankato Clinic and pass along a discount code if you’ve been on the fence! It’s a medically guided program with nutritionists, exercise specialist and medical providers that prescribe all different types of customized medication AND they work with insurance. They do genetic testing too, to see what types of diet and exercise match your needs - it’s fascinating.

I’ve had amazing success with the program and have really changed how I eat and moving my body. You can get more info here https://bit.ly/finchathome and enter the code MemberReferral15 for a 15% discount on the program in your first year. I’m always available for any questions!

09/12/2023

And so it begins 🏒💗
Sweatshirt from {spillthebeansetc}
Chai from Coffee Hag

07/12/2023

Random weekday photo dump - holiday edition. I still can’t get over how much fun it was to stay in a hotel midweek and catch up with girlfriends (and get all the gifts wrapped). did not disappoint!

04/12/2023

Friendsgiving was success! I’m so thankful for the supportive and understanding friends we have that never fail to show up for us 💗 gathering with those that we love is always so special, the excellent food is definitely a bonus though!

Thanks for hosting us all, 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

28/11/2023

Someone was not a fan of being included in the annual “the tree is decorated” picture 🎄😂

27/11/2023

Book the photographer. Take the pictures. You won’t regret it 💗

Man, these sneak peeks from are getting me right in the feels. Love these two kids so much 🥰

24/11/2023

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours 💗 so thankful for these humans 🍁

18/11/2023

She’s legit, folks! Got her skis picked up, scored a locker and a job application…now it’s just time for snow ❄️

25/10/2023

Spread the word. Tell a friend. Write it in the sky. You are worthy NOW 💗

08/10/2023

For a girl that has had four hours of sleep she’s still doing great! Norah took a fi****ms safety class this spring and finally went out to my parents land and tried her hand at duck hunting with my brother and cousins. They were successful and she whipped herself up a gourmet lunch of pan fried duck, garlic mashed potatoes and roasted carrots and brussels sprouts with a honey sriracha glaze.

Now that she’s full, she’s off for a well deserved nap 😴

29/09/2023

I can confidently say my poodle is better groomed than I am 🫶🏼 shout out to all the spoiled pets out there 🐩

01/09/2023

Today is our last day with our sweet Lucy girl. Alex brought her home when Norah was an infant, so the kids have only known life with her.

She’s been the best dog ever and we will miss her tremendously. Lucy, what a life well lived. Thank you for all the joy your brought us. We love you with our whole hearts 💗

30/08/2023

Mankato area, have a backpack your kid is no longer using or want to help out your community by grabbing one the next time you’re at Target? Drop off new or like new backpacks at your local school.

That’s it. The schools will do the rest!

19/08/2023

Our annual Finch Fam Camp Jam was a success and this year we added hiking up the side of Devils Lake into the mix. My recommendation? Wear actual hiking shoes 😆 we powered through in crocs and water shoes though 👏🏼

12/08/2023

It’s a gorgeous night for some in Minneapolis! Huge thanks to for these GREAT seats!

Address

Website

facebook.com

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Finch At Home posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Finch At Home:

Videos

Where are all my geriatric millennials who’ve rediscovered a million hobbies? I’m always looking to add more 🤗

September 2023 ➡️ June 2024 Fun fact: I started the @enarahealth program with a skeletal muscle mass of 29.6% and have built up to 37.2% with a weight loss of over 75 pounds. The average SMM for a woman 40-59 years old is between 28-32%, so you could say that I’m crushing it 💪

Thankful for 40 wonderful years on this earth, a wonderful twin sister, supportive and travel loving friends and some beautiful Florida sunshine ☀️✈️

Who is the problem here? It’s me. Now that I’m within five pounds of my goal weight, it’s time to address muscle mass. I know weight loss meds get a bad rap about muscle loss, so I’m doing my part to stay on top of mine. I’m still within normal ranges, but I’d like to increase. What’s stopping me? ME. I’m stopping me because eating breakfast is not my thing and I don’t see it becoming my thing at any point in the near future. So how do I fix this? Well, I’m asking you for tips and in the meantime, I’m going to drink some protein drinks, get some protein collagen peptides that my nutritionist recommended and try to sneak cottage cheese into everything. Cheers!!

@enarahealth just added a new class to their lineup and it’s going to start you off in the right mindset! They added the Ready For Change class as a starting point and it’s the positive kick we all need. From learning about goal setting, setting your “why” and the power of how we speak to ourselves, it’s the best place to start. After that, it’s full speed ahead to diagnostic testing, meeting your medical provider and your nutritional specialist! I’m so excited for all of you that just started with @enarahealth and @mankatoclinic ❤️ #enarahealth #mankatoclinic #enarapartner #mankato #minnesota #weightloss

Pretty on the money, if you ask me 🧁⛏️

Things I didn’t know about losing 65+ pounds? Let me list them: • my armpits have become pits. They used to be flat and now they are actual caves. Shaving is wild. • no one told me how uncomfortable chairs would become 🫣 or how I need a towel under my butt for ab workouts. • take your vitamins!! I slacked in the beginning and the shock from losing weight definitely caused some hair loss. I should have known better because my lupus go-to is losing hair. Now I know better and it’s growing back in, thank goodness. • even with working out daily I sweat so much less. • on the same vitamin note, take magnesium. Being regular is my life goal. • pretty privilege (or thin privilege) is real. Make sure you’re watching your mental health. You are valid and important at any weight. • on the flip side, body dysmorphia is ALSO real. • it’s okay to celebrate what you’re becoming and to admire yourself too! • BMI is the biggest racket there is. Watch your muscle mass and labs instead - there is NOTHING like watching your blood pressure lower without meds I tell you. There are so many other little quirks and changes that I’m sure I could make a bunch of other reels. What have you noticed and wished someone would have told you??

We were supposed to be taking a mystery trip to Vegas but ended up doing a MSP weekend instead. There is no one I’d rather turn lemons into lemonade with than this guy 💕

Menu planning got you stumped? I’m here to help, with wonderful assistance from my support team at @enarahealth. When you sign up you receive support from a dietician, exercise coach AND a medical provider. Talk about setting yourself up for success! Enara even has a digital cookbook that’s filled with recipes to help you plan all your meals and snacks for your whole family. If you’ve got questions about Enara, I’ve got answers - just message me 💗 @mankatoclinic #enarahealth #mankatoclinic #paidpartnership #mankato #mankatomn #menuplanning #whatsfordinner

I thought working out was supposed to be hard, and it turns out consistency is the most important factor. Who knew? Well, probably most people 🫣 Meeting myself every day on the treadmill for at least 30 minutes or walking outside when the air doesn’t hurt my face has been a game changer in meeting my fitness goals. It doesn’t have to be complicated - just move that body! There’s plenty of time to add in strength training later. When in doubt, walk it out, friends 💗

It’s not Christmas without getting presents for the pets! We stopped by @petexpodistributors and found treats for all our furry (and scale covered) friends 💗

Those presents aren’t going to wrap themselves - and my friends at @archandcable are here to help! They were so kind to invite me to stay a night and use a GORGEOUS room to get all our gifts wrapped up and ready for the holidays 🎁 It was so relaxing to have some girlfriends over, watch holiday movies and relax! Need this experience in your life? Use code GIFTMAS during checkout and receive a complimentary gift wrapping basket in your room! Book your stay now- code is good through December 24th! Link in bio for booking.

Running shoes matter, friends! This may be old news to many of you, but as a new runner, I have never paid too much attention to the shoes I was wearing - I just got a pair that seemed to fit okay and off I went. Now that Norah has joined Girls on the Run of Greater Mankato and asked me to run with her, I wanted to make sure she was wearing the appropriate footwear. So off we went to our friends at River Valley Running: Mankato and Shakopee to get a complete assessment and formal fitting. We learned we have the same size feet (Norah’s gonna be REALLY tall, I tell you), that socks are really important, and that shoes vary so much between support, flexibility and overall fit/feel. We walked in knowing next to nothing and walked out knowing what works best for our feet - and that makes us even more excited to train for our races this summer. Have you visited River Valley Running: Mankato and Shakopee ? Show them some love!

Slipping into the week like...who is ready for the snow that's coming? NOT FREAKING US 💀Also, get a Ring doorbell. These things are gold. *no children were harmed during this video, he just said his butt was cold 😂*

It's almost Maker Fair Minnesota time! I'll be ready in Building A with ALL the flannel scarves!

Someone is pretty excited 🎉🎉 winner winner Norah is so ready to go see @taylorswift at the end of August! Thanks Hot 96.7 and everyone that voted for our cranky cat 🐱💕🐱

I am CONVINCED insta chooses the worst picture for the cover guys 😂 BUT THANKS TO YOU WE WON TICKETS FOR TaylorSwift! I'll be bringing my 8 year old daughter, Norah with me 🐱💜 help me think of how to surprise her! A huge thank you to Hot 96.7 and Pet Expo Distributors for the tickets, and to all my friends for liking, sharing, and helping. Shout out to Spillthebeansetc, Little Hooligans Co., Willow's Bows & Bow ties., and Brooklynn & Grey for their help!! Small shops are my jam and I couldn't do it without you 💜 now to find a place to stay!

Today I popped in to visit my new friends at @mogwaicollaborative at their ribbon cutting ✂ look at this fabulous co-working space for Mankato that used local designers and artisans to finish off the project! I spy the work of @salvagesistersmercantile in there 😍

It's Saturday, it's gorgeous out, and it's wedding season 🍷 happy kick off to summer!

Shortcuts

Address
Alerts
Contact The Business
Videos
Claim ownership or report listing
Want your business to be the top-listed Media Company?

Country:

City:

Our Story

Finch At Home started its journey in 2012, when my son suffered a traumatic brain injury while at daycare. I started sewing on the side, and it became so busy that I made it my full time job while I helped my son heal. Staying home allowed me to have the flexibility to take my son to appointments and helped him speed up his healing. Fast forward a few years and my business has grown larger than my wildest dreams. My son is flourishing and I started working outside the home, putting my energy into helping other businesses grow. If you would have told me that I would be using my social media skills as a salaried job, I would have never believed you! From shopping for bespoke baby and mama gifts to a peek into our busy life, welcome to Finch At Home. Welcome home!