Emotional Wellness Mary Symmes is the founder of Self Investment Strategies and a life coach devoted to the empowerment of working women. Mary is also a clinical social worker in Alexandria, Va. Visit her Web site at SelfInvestmentStrategies.com Getting Other Mom Friends Question: I need help finding/nurturing relationships with other working moms. After meeting the needs of my child, husband, family and work I have no idea how to meet and connect with other women for fun, support, etc. My little girl hasn't started school yet so I don't have the school connection and I'm too busy to add new hobbies to my hectic schedule. - Kim Answer: I know getting connected with other busy women can be tough, but I'm glad to see that you know how important it is! The first suggestion I have is to try BlueSuitMom's message boards. You may well find quite a few kindred spirits there. Secondly, I suggest that you ask your child's day care program or preschool whether you could post a notice or otherwise contact other mothers whose children attend the program. Look around your neighborhood. Do you see mothers or families outside during the weekend or evenings? If you do, be bold and introduce yourself and your child. Find out about them and their kids, and see what you have in common. You may well find someone in your same position. Ask neighbors you already know if they know of other working mothers in the neighborhood, and call them up, or drop by to introduce yourself. Also, don't limit yourself to working mothers! Stay at home moms have a lot to offer, too. A mother is a mother is a mother - you are looking for a compatible woman who is also a mother. She may have worked in the past or be planning to again, and even if she isn't, if she is a warm, interesting person, why not make friends? You can check out other mothers at work. Even if you may not want to socialize with them, you could find out if they know of any helpful mothers' groups. Looking around for play groups or getting your child involved in a sport or other activity might also be helpful. Finally, look in the Yellow Pages and in your local newspaper. Do a Web search. If you attend religious services, see if your religious community has anything to offer. If you belong to a professional organization, find out if they can get you in touch with members who are mothers. Tell everyone you know what you are looking for, and you will be bound to come up with some good information! Mary Symmes Other Recent Questions: I can't decide if I should go back to work after I have a baby or not. Any advice? I'm worried that my husband may be having an affair. How can I find out? Ask Mary your questions The above is for general information only and is not intended to substitute for professional mental health treatment. Individuals should consult licensed professionals as needed.