wonder woman: DR. LEANNE GIRGIS

Some women move through life with a calm sense of purpose, quietly balancing ambition, family and care for others. Dr. Leanne Girgis is one of those women.

A doctor, mother of three and natural nurturer, Leanne’s days are full. From early morning school drop offs to caring for patients and carving out moments for herself in between, she approaches life with intention, warmth and an unmistakable sense of drive…

We loved chatting with Leanne about the rhythms of her day, the small rituals that keep her grounded and the journey that led her to build something of her own along the way.

Read on as she answers our bellamumma q’s.

Here’s Leanne’s answers to our bellamumma q’s

You, in three words?
Driven, fun loving and a go getter.

What drives your inspiration?
Knowing that something will truly deliver on its promises. I’m inspired by creating things that genuinely work and make a difference.

Your job title?
Founder of Innour, cosmetic physician and local General Practitioner.

Your very first job?
Doctor.

Childhood dream job?
Astronaut.

The backstory of your business?
While working in plastic surgery, I was looking for something natural and preventative for myself. After extensive research and sourcing collagen for my own use, I experienced the results firsthand and decided I wanted to share those results with others.

Take us through a typical day.
My mornings usually start with rushing and yelling to get three young kids out the door. Then it’s off to work, where my day can involve anything from Pap smears to skin cancers and newborn babies. After school pick up, it’s straight into activities like gymnastics and tennis, before switching gears to work on Innour whenever I can.

What brightens your day?
I spend most of my days looking after others, whether it’s my children or my patients, which I truly adore. I also love squeezing in moments of self care like a quick Pilates class or a walk to help keep me balanced.

Three must haves in your life?
Tiramisu, my family and my Kevyn Aucoin mascara.

Best life advice you’ve got?
Tomorrow is not a guarantee so make the most of today.

Favourite escape spot?
Italy. Always Italy.

How do you unwind?
A good book with a tiramisu.

Where do you see yourself in five years?
Focusing primarily on Innour, with a full product lineup designed to help people feel their best.

Coffee or tea?
Matcha.

Favourite book?
Life’s Too Short by Abbey Jimenez.

Last movie you watched?
Materialists.

Ideal vacation destination?
Italy.

Style icon?
Princess Diana. I’m obsessed with her shorts and oversized jumper look.

Beauty routine must haves?
Active ingredients that target specific concerns, especially skin brightening products.

Favourite skincare product?
Always sunscreen.

Daily exercise routine?
I squeeze in walks between patients and try to do as many reformer classes a week as possible.

Favourite workout?
A sculpt reformer class with my favourite instructor Barbs. It’s a real burn.

Guilty pleasure food?
I can’t live without my tiramisu.

Favourite cuisine?
Mexican.

Favourite flower?
Anemone. They’re so bright and cheery.

Favourite room in your house?
My kitchen.

Best way to spend a Sunday?
A day focused on the kids and exploring somewhere with no particular agenda.

Favourite hobby?
Cooking.

Last show you binge watched?
1923. Spencer Dutton is very dreamy.

Favourite movie genre?
Rom coms.

Biggest fear?
Not watching my kids grow up.

Favourite colour?
Green.

Best gift you’ve ever received?
A tennis bracelet. It’s timeless.

Proudest accomplishment?
Taking Innour from concept to full launch and having the courage to put everything into it. I personally respond to every customer email and DM, pack each order, run the ads and manage the brand, all while working four to five days a week in general practice and staying actively involved in my children’s lives.

Biggest lesson learned?
Don’t sweat the small stuff. Things usually work out for the better.