About Us

My Mommy Manual really isn’t about us, it’s about US… us women, us moms… yes, that’s YOU too. If this were a video, we would be making big inclusive circles (see video over there —>)! Yes, as Zen Mommy likes to say, “We are all one.” So…

• WE think being a mom is life’s best gift and most challenging lesson.
• WE search for ways to balance our energies between our families, our work, our friends, and ourselves.
• WE want to feel the connection that we are, through supporting relationships with other women.

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Our Birth Story
After a long, arduous thirty-six hours of labor with no medication, the collaborative partnership of Zen and Practical Mommies was born. And oh yeah, Lila was born too! Suzanne and Ria met in the waiting room while their mutual friend, Emma was in labor. That’s our birth story!

While Emma was laboring, we were having a slumber party in the waiting room complete with pizza, yoga, tarot cards and The Devil Wears Prada on DVD. Apparently, we’re really good at pajama parties! In all seriousness, we came together to support a dear friend and we spent much of it in prayer and sending her good energy.

This is what My Mommy Manual is all about… sharing each other in friendship, through the joys and labors of life as women; connecting in laughter and play; leaning on each other when we are tired; encouraging, empowering, and energizing each other when we have to “push.”

In case you haven’t noticed, we’re all about CONNECTION! …connecting moms with practical and inspired tips, connecting with your kids through positive parenting, connecting with baby through infant massage, connecting with each other in discussions…

Come join us!
As mommies ourselves, we want to remind you that being a mom can be joyful, fun, magical and… on some days, even easy! It helps when you feel connected, like you are not along. It helps when you can tap into collective Mommy Wisdom.  My Mommy Manual was born out of our passion to connect mommies, both new and experienced. We want to share the precious bits of advice that we’ve collected from our professional training, our friends, our own moms, and our own experiences. We hope that the How-to’s (both big and small) help you celebrate being a MOMMY and realize that you innately have that Mommy Wisdom within you.

So when YOU have an idea, share it by jotting us a note! My Mommy Manual is a collaborative project. Your guidance may be just the thing another mom needs today. So if you are interested in writing an article, send a message. If you have something to add to a particular tip, please leave a comment!

What MOMMIES are saying…

“I wish My Mommy Manual existed 8 years ago when I was desperately trying to figure out new mommyhood! It’s exactly the type of resource I needed. Even though I’m an “experienced” mommy now, your site still offers great advice. I especially enjoy it because I can relate to both Practical Mommy and Zen Mommy.” (Edie)

“You have such awesome perspective! I know these things but don’t always remember. It’s good to see it written down! thanks Zen Mommy and My Mommy Manual!!!” (Donna)

“This blog is a wealth of information, insight and reflection.  It enables me to pause and think about myself as a Mother and gain a deeper understanding of who I am and who I want to be for my children and husband.  I have found myself remembering past blog posts and trying to put the principles into practice.  Thanks for opening my eyes and heart to new, fresh perspectives.” (Jennifer)

My Mommy Manual is such a helpful site for me, a stay-at-home mom of two. Both the tips and inspirational posts are much needed in the crazy unbalanced life that we can sometimes lead.  It’s like having a friend right there in your house all the time without having to call someone! (Carol)

“This is great information! Clear and concise – you managed to include a ton of info but it’s not overwhelming. Thanks for sending! I’m taking notes.” (Kathy)