About

I’m Kenzie Bauer — the hands, heart, and voice behind Feed the Birds First. What began as a simple reminder to slow down has grown into a way of living — one that honors presence, peace, and purpose over pace. This space is where I share the quiet lessons that shape a meaningful life — from my work to how I choose to move through the world.

It started as a whisper — a reminder that before the world begins to spin, we each have something worth tending. For me, that something was peace.

I built Feed the Birds First as a simple practice of slowing down, of making space for stillness, and of finding meaning in the small, sacred pauses of daily life.

Over time, it’s become more than a phrase. It’s a way of seeing the world — through gratitude, gentleness, and grounded intention.

Minimalist bird icon representing Feed the Birds First philosophy

Feed the Birds First is more than a name — it’s a philosophy of care.

It’s the soft reminder that tending to what nourishes you first isn’t selfish, it’s essential. Whether that means making your morning coffee without rushing, taking a deep breath before answering the next call, or simply stepping outside to feel the wind, this space was created to help you remember the beauty of small beginnings.

Kenzie Bauer, founder of Feed the Birds First — entrepreneur, mother, and storyteller.

I’m Kenzie Bauer — an entrepreneur, mother, and storyteller devoted to living a creative, intentional life.

I believe in building from the whisper — that quiet nudge of intuition that says, this matters.

It’s what’s guided me through business, motherhood, and the beautiful chaos in between.

My days are often full — raising two boys, creating from my heart, and running the work that supports our little wild life. But within it all, I’ve learned that peace isn’t found in perfection. It’s found in presence.

My work — whether through healing touch, thoughtful words, or inspired design — always circles back to one message: live boldly, listen closely, and feed what brings you home to yourself.

Micro Adventures

Small escapes that invite wonder right where you are.

Feed the Ritual

The daily practices that nourish body, mind, and spirit.

Field Notes

Reflections on slowing down, living fully, and finding peace in the ordinary.