Our People: Dominique Francis
In our busy lives, where women juggle many roles, daily rituals help keep us grounded and refreshed. Learning from others is just as important - embracing their wisdom can lead to growth and positive change. By incorporating these lessons into our routines, we can live a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Dominique Francis is the founder of Redroom Wellness, a trailblazing infrared-heated studio offering Pilates, yoga, and strength classes, enhanced by red light therapy to support deeper health benefits. She’s also the founder of Lullabuy, a curated online marketplace where mothers can buy and sell quality children’s and baby gear. With a full plate between business and family life, Dominique understands the power of carving out small, consistent moments to reconnect with body, mind, and the present moment.
Morning Ritual
What’s the first thing you do in the morning to set a positive tone for the day?
First thing, coffee! I wish I could say I’m a matcha girl. I've tried it, but nothing starts my day better than a good coffee. I sit in my favourite chair by the fireplace, check emails, and make a to-do list before taking my dog for a walk or heading to Redroom for a class. When I can, I follow it with red light therapy. It’s such a game changer for boosting energy, reducing inflammation, supporting skin health, and improving overall mood.
Daily Inspiration
Could you share a daily practice or routine for self-connection?
Pilates is absolutely my time to check in with myself. I love that for 45 minutes I’m just focusing on my breath, noticing how my body feels, and pulling my thoughts back to the present (which is easy to do in a 40 degree room, where being present is how you get through the class). And of course, the workout is incredible.
Evening Ritual
How do you unwind and practice self-care in the evening after a busy day?
I’m definitely more of a night owl than an early riser, so I often leave anything that requires serious brain power until the end of the day. I’ll get stuck into work admin in the late afternoon or evening, often with a glass of red in hand. Otherwise, I’ll use our home sauna and zone out to a calming playlist to reset, or take 15 minutes in front of our red light therapy panel to relax and unwind.
Favourite Product
Is there a specific product of ours that you love and why?
Kindness is my favourite Embodyme oil, not just because I love the scent, but because (as cliché as it sounds) the world really does need more kindness. I try to remind myself of that every day, especially in the fast pace of running Redroom.
Words to live by
Kill them with kindness.
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