Meet Me, Hiedi

Hi, I’m Hiedi — the mom behind Thriving Through Chaos.
I’m a mother of four, with kids ranging from grown adults (23 and 20) to my two energetic school-agers (8 and 9) who keep me humble, caffeinated, and always on my toes. I live in the heart of Iowa with my life partner and our youngest two, building a life filled with love, noise, routines that rarely stick, and memories that always do.

I work from home as a Virtual Assistant, which means I’m usually juggling client deadlines, inboxes, and calendars while also managing school runs, snack negotiations, and the daily mystery of “what’s for dinner?” Outside of my VA work, I’ve always got a handful of side hustles brewing — because when you’re a mom, creativity and resourcefulness tend to come naturally.

This blog is my space to share the real parts of motherhood: the moments that fill your heart, the days that test your patience, and the messy, beautiful middle where most of us live. Whether I’m talking about work-from-home life, raising kids across different stages, or navigating the unexpected chaos that comes with being a mom, my goal is to remind you that you’re not alone — and that thriving doesn’t always look perfect.

Thanks for being here.
Grab a coffee, take a breath, and let’s navigate the chaos together.

A mom juggling work, family, and the beautiful (and sometimes, not so beautiful) chaos of life.