Brandy moved to Rome from Los Angeles after marrying her husband and became a mother to two children here in Italy.

Her motherhood journey included two very different birth experiences- one in a hospital setting medicated and one unmedicated birth at a birth center with the support of a beloved Midwife. Along the way, she experienced many of the challenges familiar to international mothers: navigating pregnancy, healthcare, and parenthood in a country that was not her own, speaking a language she is still learning, trying to build a support network far from family, and searching for resources that felt accessible, welcoming, and community-oriented.

While learning Italian and integrating into local life, she discovered how powerful it can be when women support one another across cultures, languages, and experiences. She knows firsthand how isolating motherhood can feel, and how difficult it can be for an expat to integrate into the local community.

That experience is what inspired her to create Aura Mamma. Our vision is to create a welcoming community where women can find movement, education, connection, and support throughout every stage of motherhood.

Aura Mamma brings together women from different countries, cultures, and backgrounds while encouraging connection with the local Italian community. Through bilingual programs, Yoga & meditation, educational workshops, community gatherings, family & music events, our goal is to create a space where every mother feels seen, supported, and connected.

Motherhood is a journey of constant change. With every stage come new questions, new challenges, and new opportunities for growth. At Aura, we support the journey from pregnancy through motherhood and family life. No matter where you come from, what language you speak, or what your birth story looks like, you are welcome here.