A few weeks ago I found myself sitting dutifully at the required parent's meeting at my daughter’s dance studio. The owner carefully outlined the procedures and routines for the upcoming dance recital.
I held a six-page packet of important recital...
Before having kids, we did everything on the weekends: cleaning, laundry, going to new events, exploring new restaurants, parks, etc. The weekdays were for working, exercise, dinner, and relaxing. Ah … what a simple life it was.
After having our...
We are thrilled to partner with the City of Johnston to promote their Kites on the Green event Saturday, May 4.
Join in on the fun during the family-friendly festival featuring giant show kite displays, celebrity bol races, free kite...
Slime. The very word makes me cringe just a little.
When the slime craze first came out, I was intrigued. It is a kitchen science experiment that ends in a fun, gooey stress reliever. My daughter, too, jumped on board.
We...
Perhaps one of the greatest ironies of my life is how much I love watching baking shows considering how little I like to bake.
I don’t particularly enjoy baking or cooking, and if it were up to me, I’d happily...
Raise your hand if you have cabin fever!
Winter in Iowa can be brutal as a parent. In the summer, it's easy to just send the kids to the back yard to play, but in the winter when it gets...
While prepping for Christmas a couple years ago my daughter asked if we could dye eggs. I scrunched my eyebrows in confusion and began to explain that dying eggs was an Easter tradition. Looking down into her bright, hopeful...
Des Moines Moms Blog will be featuring local nonprofits. There are so many amazing organizations in our city dedicated to looking out for the well being of all who live here. We want to feature them and share ways you...
The early days with a newborn are long and hard, and you may find yourself daydreaming about the days when your baby will be older and things will be easier.
But before you know it, your newborn is a baby,...
I remember my New Year’s Eve celebrations as a young, single gal. They started with a cute, sparkly outfit and ended with glasses clinking and confetti flying. Flash forward 20 years and three kids later and New Year’s Eve...
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15 Best Brunch Spots in Des Moines
Brunch in Des Moines is the best! Not only does it combine the best of breakfast and lunch, it's a social event best enjoyed...
