Three Generations of Beautiful Women
Leading Skin Cancer Surgeon Dr. Alysa Herman is a true example of an amazing, empowered mom who balances career and motherhood.
At the top of her industry, Herman performs the most cutting-edge dermatology procedures out of her highly successful medical office in Coral Gables. She is passionately devoted to her field and her patients, and she serves on numerous academic committees for top national medical organizations.
Just around four years ago, Alysa was blessed with motherhood and watching her interaction with her daughter Laynie is just inspirational. Alysa’s true colors shine! She exudes love, kindness, compassion and lots of patience– all the beautiful values that were instilled into her by her loving mom that have now been passed on to her lovely daughter Laynie, who will become the third in a generation of beautiful women inside and out.
-Your most favorite mom moments?
Of course, there are many: the moment Laynie was placed in my arms when she was born; the moment she first looked directly at me; the moment she first smiled; and best of all, the moment she clearly said the word “mama”.
-The most challenging part of motherhood?
The most challenging part of motherhood is wondering and self-questioning as to whether you are “doing it right”. I think these feelings are universal and inherent to being a mother. I strive to be the best role model but above all, my greatest goal and purpose is to make my daughter feel loved, secure, and happy.
-What values did your mom instill in you that you will pass on to your daughter?
I credit my mother with instilling in me the powerful idea that I could achieve anything I set my mind to. Her resolute encouragement and positive messages to me as a child gave me the confidence and courage to pursue my academic and professional goals no matter how challenging they might have seemed.
-Your favorite family vacation destination?
Our favorite vacations are at the beach whether in The Bahamas where I am from, in New England in the summer or locally here in Miami. Our beach vacations are where my husband and I really slow down and relax and spend a lot of sweet quality family time together. Laynie is at an age where we enjoy simple childhood activities with her like building sandcastles, picking up seashells, and having lunch at the beach.
-What’s your daughter’s favorite pastime?
Laynie loves any activity that has to do with water: she loves the pool, the bath, the shower, even running in the sprinklers. However, her favorite pastime is singing along to “Let it Go” with her microphone while wearing her “impressive” collection of Disney Frozen dresses.
-What would you like her to be when she grows up?
My hope for Laynie is that whatever path she chooses, she becomes a person who is sweet and compassionate, engaged, and curious about people, their cultures, and life in general. I’m more interested in the type of person that she becomes rather than the profession she chooses. Ultimately, I want her to feel fulfilled and happy. Maya Angelou once said, “My wish for you is that you continue. Continue to be who and how you are, to astonish a mean world with your acts of kindness”. This is my wish for Laynie.
-How does an empowered mom like you balance work and family life?
I genuinely don’t think I had a balanced work and family life until I became a mother. It was so easy to work all the time when I didn’t have a family of my own. Having a child dramatically yet beautifully shifts and reframes one’s priorities about life and what is truly important. Although the changes did not occur overnight, I have progressively modified my work schedule over the past few years. I used to come home from work at 8 pm before Laynie was born. These days, I’m home late in the afternoon, long before dinner, bath time, and storytime. I think gradual changes and continually reassessing and making adjustments are the key to achieving balance.
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