A Little Bit About Me

Hi, I'm Shauna—a mom to a kiddo, a step-kido, and an adorable pug, and now, a wife!

Planning a wedding can be one of the most exciting times in your life, but it can also feel incredibly overwhelming—especially when you’re trying to create a beautiful day without overstressing or overspending. But here's the good news: you don't need to be a professional event planner to pull it off!

I'm not a wedding planner, or any other kind of wedding vendor. When I decided to take on planning my own wedding, I was just a technology Project Manager who was fed up.

I faced the same challenges many brides do. I was overwhelmed by decisions, costs, and the pressure to create the "perfect" day. After meeting with several wedding planners who promised to “handle everything... except,” I found myself staring down an estimated cost of over $80,000—not including incidentals or fees. It felt like an endless list of expenses—florists, decorators, DJs, and more.

One night, after a massive ugly cry, I decided I wasn’t going to write a blank check for my wedding. I knew I could figure this out on my own with the right tools and mindset. So, I dove into research, learned from YouTube, and created a detailed plan. With clarity and determination, I mapped out what I needed, what I didn’t, and how to bring my wedding vision to life—all while keeping it budget-friendly.

The result? I had the wedding of my dreams—beautiful, personal, and well within budget. As I waited for my father to walk me down the aisle, I felt a remarkable sense of calm. Through a little window, I saw my soon-to-be husband chatting with the DJ and his best man, looking so relaxed. In that moment, it hit me: I get to marry this incredible man! It felt like a miracle, and it reminded me that, at its core, the day was about our love.

Now, I’m here to share everything I’ve learned so you don’t have to feel overwhelmed like I did. Whether you’re tackling most of the planning yourself or figuring out where to invest in vendors, you can create your dream wedding without going over budget.

That's why I created Stress Free Bride to Be—your go-to resource for simplifying the wedding planning process. Here, you'll find practical tips, budget-friendly strategies, and everything you need to make your wedding day special—without the stress.

So, remember: You’ve got this! Everything is figureoutable, and with a few tips and tricks, you can create a wedding day that’s as unique and beautiful as your love story.

Let’s do this together! Explore my resources, sign up for the newsletter, engage with me on social media, and feel free to reply to my emails for additional support. Together, we can make your wedding planning a joyous and manageable experience.