Lauren was born and raised in Coldbrook, Nova Scotia. Lauren has always loved animals and caring for them. She has also had an interest in science and pathophysiology.

Lauren graduated from NSAC (now DAL Agriculture), in 2013 as a Registered Veterinary Technician. Lauren moved to New Brunswick after graduation to work as an equine (mostly race horses) and small animal technician. In 2017, she moved back to the Nova Scotia to work at the Berwick Animal Hospital.

Lauren lives in Coldbrook with her husband, Nick, their two dogs, Rico and Dakota and cat, Grayson.