Hello!

I’m Colby — the heart behind Balance & Bloom Living.

For years, I juggled a busy household, parenting two active boys, and everything life threw at me. Between work, kids, and household demands, I was constantly exhausted — and still trying to figure out dinner each night! (Do they really need dinner every night?) Over time, I discovered practical, simple ways to bring calm, order, and joy into our family life — and I realized how much I loved helping others do the same.

Life isn’t perfect, and neither am I. But I’ve weathered enough clutter, chaos, and unexpected mishaps to help you find solutions that actually work.

I believe there is no one-size-fits-all approach to homes, routines, or organizing. Every family, space, and challenge is unique, and my goal is to support you in creating solutions that actually work for your life — with empathy, creativity, and a little humor along the way.

My Experience

I began my career as a middle school science teacher, where I loved working with students each day and had the honor of mentoring new teachers. My favorite moments were helping new teachers streamline classroom routines and organize their spaces to make teaching more efficient.

After my boys were born, I worked from home doing data analysis for educational research. While the flexibility was wonderful, I quickly learned the challenges of balancing work with home life — flipping laundry between meetings and trying to focus during nap time!

From there, I worked at San Diego State University for ten years, deepening my roots in San Diego, first as a university supervisor in the credential program and later as the head of the Math Science Credential Cohort. Teaching future teachers was incredibly rewarding, but the best part of my week was always the one-on-one time helping students develop classroom routines, homework strategies, and efficient classroom setups.

Alongside teaching, I’ve served as a Parents Association President and volunteered extensively with local schools, deepening my passion for supporting families and communities.

I hold a Master’s in Education and a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from SDSU, and a Bachelor’s in Liberal Studies with a minor in Art and Design from Cal Poly SLO.

My Philosophy

I believe in keeping things simple, focusing on what truly matters, and supporting each other along the way. Whether it’s organizing a space, streamlining routines, or tackling tricky household projects, I approach every situation with care, practicality, and a plant-growth metaphor — helping systems, habits, and families take root and flourish.

A Little About Me

Outside of work, you’ll often find me:

• Mountain biking through the beautiful trails around San Diego 

• Experimenting with painting (houses and art!)

• Cheering on my two college-aged boys

I know firsthand how challenging it can be to balance life, work, and family — and I love guiding other families toward lighter, fresher, more balanced homes.