Ria, a.k.a. Practical Mommy
thinker living by heart
I work with people, mostly moms who are crossing a threshold. I serve as a guide during times of transition, when you are about to make a major decision or about to experience a life-changing event. You want someone to listen; you want to be heard.
I am the person you call when you need someone to tell your story to, to hold your hand, to breathe for you when you cannot… this is what I do. I am a guide on your personal journey to mindful living, and spiritual discovery.
If you want to schedule time with me, please reach out via email: ria(@)mymommymanual.com
If you are thinking, “Yes, this is me but… I want to know more about you.” You can get to know me better here.
Why do you want to work with me?
Your journey is different than mine, of course. But over and over again, I’ve come to believe Zen Mommy’s favorite Henri Nouwen quote, “What is most personal is most universal.” And if you are still reading this far along, I imagine that there is a point of intersection between your path and mine. Even if it is only here, on these pages on My Mommy Manual.Do you want/need my coaching?
That is a question only you can answer — because you read one of my posts and it resonated with you. Or, our weekly message is a sweet spot in your Tuesday. Or, because you watched a video and you felt better. Because for some reason you can’t articulate, it feels like the right choice.What qualifies me to be here?
I don’t have any letters after my name. Not one. No, I haven’t studied all the “shoulds” or patterns or generally-speaking’s of relationships and parenting and life balance. I listen… to You in the Present and to the Little Voice inside me that gives me the words you need to hear.Heart. Trust. Friendship. These are my qualifications.








