softerlandings

about

softerlandings is a wellness education company built by a diverse team of experts spanning nutrition, maternity care, neuroscience, esthetics, physical therapy, and holistic wellness. We’re here to offer a blend of science and soul—practical, adaptable, enriching solutions, with no judgment, just support.
Modern wellness, lifestyle, & maternity support.
Curated, evidence-based tools and insights designed to help you navigate life’s complexities, avoid burnout, and live with intention.
Services that span from wellness education and maternity care to physical and mental well-being to encourage you to live in a way that feels as good as it looks.
Whenever life throws you a curveball, or when you're simply looking to bring more novelty and enrichment into your everyday routine. Our tools are designed for life’s transitions—whether it’s adjusting to parenthood, navigating a career change, or just optimizing your overall well-being.
softerlandings is accessible wherever you are. Whether you’re joining one of our online courses, tuning into virtual workshops, or accessing our expert resources at home, we strive to offer solutions that fit into your life seamlessly—wherever that may be.
We blend expert insights with real-world experience to offer you actionable strategies. No pressure, no sanctimony—just practical tools that empower you to build resilience, manage stress, and embrace the unexpected. Whether through self-paced learning, hands-on support, or virtual consultations, our goal is to deliver resources that are tailored to your needs.
softerlandings was created to help people navigate life’s ups and downs with confidence, compassion, and ease. Wellness isn’t an identity; it’s a tool to help us combat the monotony of adult life and build something more satisfying and enriching. We believe that by blending science and soul, we can create a life that is not just survived but truly lived—with balance, purpose, and joy.

philosophy

balance does not 
always mean 50/50

—it’s about what works for you

curiosity 
is a cure

—new inputs create new possibilities

proactive beats perfection

—no guilt, no pressure—just support that makes sense

(when prevention has passed)...strategies to promote & relieve

—build strategies that fit your life

themes to explore

nutrition
eating, drinking, and supplementing for energy, satisfaction, and longevity
movement & play
moving in ways that feel good, functional, and fun or maybe have no obvious purpose at all
rest, sleep & recovery
from rest “snacks” to rest for recovery—prioritizing rest as a strategy, not just a luxury
resilience-building
mental health, stress management, self care and self love—i.e. building a mind that bends, not breaks
negative substance avoidance
curating your environment & inputs– what you consume through all five senses matters—filter accordingly
social connections
strengthening bonds that support and sustain—partner, family, friends, colleagues, & public
pregnancy, labor, postpartum, new-parenthood
resources and support for growing families and everyone in the pre & post baby orbit—maternity guidance for that〰special delivery

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meet our team

Hypatia Saucer, 
—Founder of SofterLandings

Hypatia Saucer, also known as The Wellness Anthropologist™️, is an aspiring polymath, analytical artist, and maternity support enthusiast on a mission to make well-being more accessible, adaptable, and enjoyable. With a foundation built on rigorous education—training with Doula Canada in Costa Rica, earning credentials from Harvard and the University of Michigan, and specializing in Futures Studies and Speculative Design at Parsons—she blends science, curiosity, and compassionate care to reimagine wellness and support.

A woman who grew up torn between two equally compelling idols: Leonardo da Vinci and her pet tuxedo cat. The former reflecting an insatiable curiosity and drive to innovate; the latter emboding the art of living gracefully and reveling in life’s simple pleasures.
From an early age, she was captivated by the intricate relationships between people and their environments—just as likely to be found doodling or dissecting a flower as she was collecting vintage jewelry and analyzing the materials and processes behind their craftsmanship. But Hypatia has never been content simply observing the world; she wants to decode it, appreciate it, and, most importantly, apply what she learns to create something new.
Her interdisciplinary education spans biological anthropology, maternity care, animal behavior, scientific illustration, and creative strategy for various tech companies in NYC. Through these experiences, she came to a realization: well-being isn’t just about personal habits—it’s about how people interact with their surroundings, their communities, and the systems that shape daily life.
From this vision, softerlandings was born—a company that blends everything Hypatia loves: from beauty and science to play and the human experience. Wellness isn’t the end goal but a tool—a strategy for navigating transitions, preventing burnout, and cultivating curiosity, resilience, and joy.
By integrating principles of human ecology, she and her team curate resources and experiences that help people feel better, live easier, and move through change with confidence. Whether through White Glove Maternity’s tailored perinatal support, Wellness Sans’ irreverent approach to self-improvement, or R&R’s invitation to play and recover, Hypatia’s work is about designing environments—both internal and external—that foster well-being, adaptability, and softer landings through life’s inevitable shifts.

expertise / experience

professional specialties

Nutrition • Health & Wellness • Neuroscience • Holistic & Lifestyle Medicine • Skincare & Beauty • Physical Therapy • Anatomy & Physiology • Maternity Care • Pharmacology & Toxicology
credentials & diplomas

Doctor of Pharmacy • Doctor of Dental Surgery • Licensed Esthetician • Nutrition Planning • Birth & Postpartum Care Doula • Futures Studies & Speculative Design • Health Information Technology
some institutions we attended

University of Michigan • University of Maryland • Michigan State University • Harvard Medical School • Parsons, The New School • George Washington University • Wayne State University

sage & systems thinker

GOPAL TRIVEDI
Gopal /goh pawl/ connects the dots between personal wellness and the larger systems that shape our lives. He makes sense of wellness trends and their everyday impact, and he's our go-to for exploring how social dynamics affect well-being. Plus, he’s always good for a story or a thought-provoking question.
Gopal isn’t just about good vibes—he’s got the credentials to back it up. With a B.A.Sc. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Michigan and graduate study in Health Information Technology from The George Washington University, Gopal blends science, technology, and wellness into something truly special.
beauty & skincare queen

DEVON KELLEY 🫧
@devonkelley_ isn’t your typical skincare and beauty guru. As a Digital Marketing and Brand Strategist with a design background from Parsons, she combines a few personal experiences in holistic health with a talent for studying products like a mini-series detective. Devon blends beauty and lifestyle in ways that make everything feel a little more possible. Her approach? Smart, soulful, and sustainable, with a focus on progress over perfection.
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head of holistic health

DR. GIGI, PHARM D
As our resident expert in wellness and traditional & holistic medicine, Dr. Gigi brings an impressive blend of divergent thinking, intellectual flexibility, and emotional intelligence to help you navigate wellness in a way that’s realistic, refreshing, and enjoyable. With a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Wayne State University and a Bachelor’s in Human Biology, Pharmacology, and Toxicology from Michigan State University, she pairs her deep knowledge of both modern and holistic approaches with the understanding of leverage a resilient mindset and a high workload capacity. Dr. Gigi is an active listener and collaborator, ensuring that wellness becomes a journey of progress over perfection—with room for colorful, satisfying meals (or at least a smoothie bowl) along the way.
content design manager

SANTO JACOBSSON
Santo is a multidisciplinary designer with a focus on branding and advertising. His design education from Parsons, paired with insights gained from traveling to 36+ countries, gives him a unique blend of creativity and community-building. Santo excels at crafting edu-tainment content at Wellness Sans that’s not only educational and visually striking but also grounded in genuine authenticity. Whether he’s showcasing sustainable wellness practices or designing personal-joy products. Santo ensures everything looks effortlessly good while remaining balanced, simple, and practical.
founder, wellness anthropologist

HYPATIA SAUCER
Hypatia is a Harvard-certified Nutrition & Lifestyle Medicine enthusiast, as well as a Birth & Postpartum Care Doula. With training across holistic wellness, nutrition, maternity care, biological anthropology, and over a decade as a creative in NYC’s tech scene, she combines hard & soft science with compassionate care. Armed with credentials from the University of Michigan, Harvard, Parsons, and a Scientific Illustration certification from California State University, Hypatia’s mission is clear: to make wellness more reality-friendly, accepting and including those little vices that make life more colorful. She’s an enthusiastic student of resilience, personal care, and thriving science, currently pursuing a hormone specialty certification. ps: it’s /hi-pay-shuh/, rhymes with Croatia :)
oral care & neuroscience whisperer

DR. VAIDA DDS
As our in-house brain expert, Dr. Vaida /vy ee duh/ has a unique way of making wellness both attainable and brain-friendly. A Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland, she brings a deep understanding of overall well-being, with a special focus on the connection between oral health and the body. Her background in neuroscience from the University of Michigan, combined with a master’s degree from Wayne State University—where her research focused on bone loss in post-menopausal women—gives her a broad and holistic approach to wellness. Dr. Vaida is dedicated to helping you manage stress and mindfulness in a way that feels approachable, always reminding us that taking care of the mind is just as essential as caring for the body.
doula • lactation student • licensed esthetician

CHERIAN CHRISTIANO
As a dedicated birth & postpartum doula and licensed esthetician since 2013, Cheri has a passion for holistic care that nurtures from the inside out. She’s on track to earn her official certification with DONA International—a globally recognized doula organization—and to complete a lactation specialty program by early 2025. Cheri combines her doula expertise with her skincare knowledge and a deep understanding of herbs for both topical applications and holistic tea use. She helps clients address underlying health concerns by recommending strategies and products that support their skincare and wellness journey. Her ultimate goal? Ensuring you look as good as you feel, using the safest products, herbal remedies, and delivering the highest quality care.

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behind the scenes

MUSES & TRAILBLAZERS
We’d also like to recognize the consultants—both professional and anecdotal—who help make our knowledge, support, and (yes) experiments as comprehensive as possible. Our "Behind the Scenes" team is a diverse group of wellness advocates, experts, and lifelong learners who embody the art of aging well. Some are in their 70s and 80s, bringing decades of personal wellness wisdom, while others contribute advanced degrees in Nutrition, Health, and Medicine to inspire and shape our programs. Together, we develop whole-person protocols informed by relevant personal, social, and cultural experiences, ensuring that each recommendation is enriched by both practicality and the viability of an “old wives’ tale here and there.

Thrive sans〰️your original packaging. Well-being ideas to promote, prevent, and relieve.
Wellness Sans is a reality-friendly approach to well-being—helping you thrive beyond your factory settings. We curate credible insights and practical tools across nutrition, movement, rest, resilience, and connection. Blending hard and soft sciences, we honor the full spectrum of human experience—vices included. Beyond resources, we connect you with professionals and services to support growth through inevitable change—so you can build a rewarding life, sans your original packaging.
Activities, experiences, and resources blending play, novelty, and enrichment into the everyday.
From fun gatherings to rejuvenating retreats, we offer experiences and resources that turn life’s routines into opportunities for growth, connection, and satisfaction. Think of R&R as a playful antidote to the mundane—helping you embrace balance, recharge, and thrive. Your invitation to play and recover.
Resources, education, virtual and hands-on support for before, during, and after that〰️special delivery.
PRE DELIVERY : While baby is on the way, we focus on helping you build resilience—physically, mentally, and emotionally—together and as individuals.
From crafting personalized nutrition and birth plans to enforcing who is invited to the delivery room—we ensure you have everything you need to feel prepared for childbirth.
POST DELIVERY : A new baby is guaranteed to expand your universe. As new-parent advocates, we offer education, resources, and support wherever you need it most.
Our focus includes:
- postpartum recovery (prioritizing physical, mental, hormonal, and emotional recovery for new moms)
- infant-care basics
- advice and support for evolving friend & family dynamics
COMING SOON
🍼 The ProDaddy App (iOS | Android)—insight for the modern dad
White Glove Maternity is working with the ProDaddy App, to update this awesome resource for dads. Full disclosure, this baby (well…app) is under construction—a few dusty, dead links here and there, but the content? Oh baby, that’s gold.

Weekly notes help dad follow along with the progress of your little one while dropping tips to help you excel at your roles as new dad and super-supportive partner.

Over the next few months, we’ll be making updates and sprucing things up on the app to make this a go-to source for all the insights, tips, and hacks every modern dad needs. If you like looking at a 404 page, download the ProDaddy app〰️available on iOS and Android. BUT we’ll let you know our delivery date ASAP.
Want to collaborate with us? Let us know at hello@softerlandings.com. If you have a service, topic, product, or group that could improve the quality of life for our softerlandings community, we’d love to hear from you :)