Andrea Cooley
Andrea is a work-at-home single mom to 3 incredible kids, ages 6, 8, 10. She is the co-owner of Des Moines Mom and loves Jesus, coffee, books and dark chocolate. You can find her in coffee shops around Des Moines drinking lattes and typing away on her laptop.
2021 Des Moines Mom Reader Survey
As we close out 2021 and plan for the future of Des Moines Mom, we want to find out more about you, our readers!
Our goal is to bring Des Moines moms the best resources,...
Relax and Recharge at Sundara Inn & Spa in the Wisconsin Dells
Life is hard and the last year and a half has been harder than most for many reasons. As moms, we carry a huge mental load. There are constant demands on us from feeding,...
10 Central Iowa Day Trips
Sometimes you just need to get out of town for a day. The great thing about Des Moines is that it's centrally located, so there are plenty of places to visit and explore that...
Annie Brees: Balance365
Des Moines Mom recognizes that moms wear a lot of hats. You are a mom, wife, friend, diaper changer, nose wiper, meal planner, lost toy finder, the list goes on and on!
This summer we...
Jenn O’Neal: PepperHarrow Farm
Des Moines Mom recognizes that moms wear a lot of hats. You are a mom, wife, friend, diaper changer, nose wiper, meal planner, lost toy finder, the list goes on and on!
This summer we...
Amy Hilmes, Happy DSM
Des Moines Mom recognizes that moms wear a lot of hats. You are a mom, wife, friend, diaper changer, nose wiper, meal planner, lost toy finder, the list goes on and on!
This summer we...
Best Parks in Des Moines
There are so many great parks to explore in Des Moines. We narrowed it down to 6 of our favorite Des Moines parks (plus 4 honorable mentions). They are great for all ages and...
Sabrina Ahmed, News Anchor Local 5 News
Des Moines Mom recognizes that moms wear a lot of hats. You are a mom, wife, friend, diaper changer, nose wiper, meal planner, lost toy finder, the list goes on and on!
This summer we...
Christina Moffatt, Creme Cupcake
Des Moines Mom recognizes that moms wear a lot of hats. You are a mom, wife, friend, diaper changer, nose wiper, meal planner, lost toy finder, the list goes on and on!
This summer we...
Erica Douglas, She Plays
Des Moines Mom recognizes that moms wear a lot of hats. You are a mom, wife, friend, diaper changer, nose wiper, meal planner, lost toy finder, the list goes on and on!
This summer we...