Hey There, I’m Schnelle!
Brooklyn Mom | Recipe Creator | Fitness Enthusiast | Digital Literacy Advocate
Welcome to My Kitchen Table!
Pull up a chair and stay a while. I’m Schnelle (call me Nellie), a Brooklyn-born and raised mom of three who believes that the best moments happen when we gather around good food, break a sweat doing what we love, and raise confident kids who know how to navigate both the kitchen and the digital world.
For over 14 years, Brooklyn Active Mama has been my happy place—a corner of the internet where busy moms like us can find simple, delicious recipes that actually work, fitness tips that fit into real life, and honest conversations about raising families in this beautifully chaotic digital age.
Whether you’re looking for a 15-minute dinner solution, want to squeeze in a quick workout, or need help teaching your kids to be smart with screens, you’re in the right place.
Why Brooklyn Active Mama Exists
For the Kitchen
I started this blog 14 years ago because I was tired of recipes that required ingredients I’d never heard of and meal plans that assumed I had hours to cook. I needed real solutions: recipes my kids would actually eat, weeknight dinners that didn’t compromise on flavor, and cooking hacks that fit into the chaos of carpools and conference calls.
Every recipe you’ll find here has been tested in my Brooklyn kitchen with three hungry kids as my taste-testing panel. If it makes it to the blog, you can bet it’s foolproof, delicious, and won’t stress you out.
For the Family
As a mom of three navigating NYC public schools, Girl Scout meetings, and endless group chats, I’ve learned that modern parenting requires more than just good recipes and workout plans. We’re raising the first generation of true digital natives, and honestly? Most of us parents are figuring it out as we go.
That’s why I’m also a certified digital literacy educator through my company, BAM Digital Media. I help families understand how apps and algorithms really work, teach kids to be smart and safe online, and empower parents to feel confident guiding their children through the digital landscape—without losing our minds in the process.
What You’ll Discover Here
Every week, I share new content designed for busy families who refuse to compromise on flavor, wellness, or connection.
Quick 30-Minute Dinners
Recipes that taste like they took all day but come together faster than takeout delivery.
Explore Dinner Ideas →
Realistic Fitness Tips
Workouts you can squeeze in during nap time, before the kids wake up, or while they’re glued to their screens (let’s be honest).
Get Workout Ideas →
Free Family Printables
Chore charts, meal planners, activity sheets, and organizational tools to keep your household running smoothly.
Download Printables →My Journey & Credentials
- Certified M/WBE Business Owner in New York State and New York City
- Master’s in Public Administration – bringing strategic thinking to every recipe and wellness tip
- Digital Literacy Educator – helping NYC schools, libraries, and families navigate the online world safely
- Former PTA President and current Girl Scout Leader – deeply invested in our community
- Seen on PIX11 and Fox5 – sharing parenting and digital literacy expertise
Our Most Popular Content
These reader favorites keep people coming back for seconds (and thirds):
Cookbooks That Make Life Easier
Whether you’re grabbing one of my free recipe collections or investing in a comprehensive guide, these cookbooks are designed to turn busy nights into delicious wins.
Muffin Magic Cookbook
Grab your mixing bowl and let’s get baking. These muffin recipes bring sweetness and warmth to your mornings.
Download Free →The Ultimate Slow Cooker Cookbook
30+ foolproof recipes that let your slow cooker do the heavy lifting while you conquer your to-do list.
Grab Your Copy →Copycat Recipes Cookbook
Craving Chick-fil-A mac and cheese? Magnolia Bakery cupcakes? Skip the takeout and make restaurant favorites at home.
Download Free →For Aspiring Bloggers & Content Creators
Blogging for Black Girls
A comprehensive beginner blogging course that walks you through creating a blog from scratch, mastering SEO, planning content strategically, and building an authentic audience that actually engages with your work.
I’ve coached hundreds of busy moms to launch, grow, and profit from their blogs, and I bring real-world know-how to every lesson.
Learn More About The Course →Traffic Tricks
Want to know the content reinvigoration secrets that helped me hit six-figure monthly visits on BrooklynActiveMama.com? This course spills all the strategies I use to breathe new life into existing content and drive massive traffic.
I’ve taken the stage at NYC meetups, virtual summits, and industry panels sharing how to monetize your side hustle and use analytics to shape your content strategy.
Discover Traffic Tricks →Raising Smart, Safe Digital Citizens
As a mom of three in the digital age, I know firsthand how overwhelming it feels to guide our kids through a world of TikTok algorithms, YouTube rabbit holes, and social media pressures we never experienced as children.
That’s why I founded BAM Digital Media—a certified M/WBE digital literacy education company serving NYC schools, libraries, and community organizations. With 14 years of digital marketing experience working with major brands like Disney, Netflix, Amazon, and P&G, I understand exactly how algorithms work, how platforms manipulate attention, and how to teach families to navigate it all safely.
I’m not just teaching generic “be safe online” advice. I’m pulling back the curtain on how Big Tech actually works, giving families the insider knowledge to make informed decisions about screen time, social media, and digital literacy.
My digital literacy workshops cover:
- How algorithms and platforms really work (the stuff they don’t tell you)
- Teaching kids to be smart consumers and creators online
- Reducing harm from cyberbullying, misinformation, and inappropriate content
- Building digital confidence and agency in young people
- Practical skills for creating content responsibly
Whether you’re a parent wanting to understand what your kids are doing online or an educator looking for expert-led workshops, I’m here to help.
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Want to Work Together?
I partner with brands for sponsored content, recipe development, product reviews, and digital marketing campaigns. I also offer digital literacy workshops for schools, libraries, and community organizations.