“It’s just like riding a bike” is a phrase that’s supposed to mean something is easy to get back into after a long time away. But, if you’re a new enough mom to remember the pain of a birth...
This guide to Des Moines Summer Camps is a comprehensive guide to all summer camps in Des Moines.
Last year after kindergarten round-up, we decided to redshirt our son for three main reasons:
Lucan has a summer birthday and was one of the youngest in his class.
He lacked social and emotional maturity.
Kindergarten is hard. These...
March is brain injury awareness month
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a leading source of childhood injury. According to the Centers for Disease Control, almost half a million emergency department visits for TBIs are made each year for children...
I am three months into this parenting two children thing.
Not going to lie, this is no joke. It is not for the faint of heart.
My oldest is three and was relatively self-sufficient when our second girl was born. She...
Dear Toddler Mama,
First off, congrats! You made it this far! You survived babyhood! I’m throwing up all the ‘praise hands’ emojis for you.
I know people keep telling you to buckle your seat belt and get ready for a wild...
There is nothing sweeter than snuggling a newborn baby.
I recently became momma to my second baby girl, and I couldn’t be more in love. She loves her binky, her big sister, and of course, lots of snuggles with Mommy...
We’ve all heard the phrase “new year, new me,” but have you considered extending this notion to your kids?
The new year is a great time to set goals for not only yourself, but the entire family. It’s important to...
(told in the voice of the book, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie)
If you give a family a second child, the first born will want an explanation of where it came from to go with it.
You'll give her...
"Mom! Can we get a puppy? Pleeeaaase?! PRETTY PLEAAASE????"
"I don't think so, hun." Famous last words.
Our kids have wanted a puppy for a long time. And we keep avoiding it. And then we revisit the idea a hundred times.
We...
In + Around Des Moines
Des Moines Spraygrounds and Wading Pools
Perfect for the kiddos who can't quite swim yet, or for anyone just needing to cool off, splash around at one of the Des...
