“The goal is essentially to bring the village to motherhood.”
Genius Garden Club’s unique approach includes offering discounted memberships to moms willing to watch other children, creating a collaborative and community-based atmosphere. For those seeking solitude, the club provides three quiet rooms, equipped with beds, where worn-out moms can take a much-needed break or catch up on work.
Owner Naomi Tanguay, a mother of two, knows firsthand the toll of sleepless nights and constant caregiving. “This helps with moms’ emotional distress, and most childcare is too expensive,” she said. “The goal is essentially to bring the village to motherhood.”
Amy Chung, a mother of two and club member, says the quiet rooms could well be life-changing. “I wished I had something like this when my kids were little,” she said.
Annie Perkins, office coordinator for the Chino Valley Area Chamber of Commerce, praised Tanguay’s vision and dedication. “Naomi took an ordinary building and turned it into something amazing,” she said, while presenting Tanguay with a certificate of appreciation. QCBN
By Stan Bindell
Genius Garden Club is open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Mondays through Fridays, at 901 AZ-89, in Chino Valley.
Photos by Stan Bindell: Naomi Tangray, surrounded by moms, opens the Genius Garden Club with a September ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Leave a Reply