When I started “Mommy Monday” I knew that I really wanted to try to showcase as many inspiring local mommas (or even not local) mammas that I could. Being a mom is wonderful, but I really think its even better and more empowering when you have a group of women who inspire you and support you. I’m going to start off my first inspiring mom post with Rai Zapata of Cherishing Life’s Sprinkles. She is a lifestyle blogger focusing on all things mom, fashion, health and design. She lives locally in Santa Clarita and her kids are so adorable! Here are some gorgeous maternity portraits I took of her when she was pregnant with her son Enzo. Check out her blog site below or follow her on @cherishinglifessprinkles on Instagram.