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Des Moines Mom is passionate about connecting Moms (and others) in Des Moines and central Iowa. We are your go-to source for finding fun activities, family resources, local events, and more!
Dyslexia: More Than Mixing Up Letters
Dyslexia is more than mixing up b’s and d’s or reading or writing a word backward. Though these are often signs of dyslexia, dyslexia is so much more.
Do you feel like your child is struggling,...
Strep Throat: Does Your Child Really Need to Get Their Throat Swabbed?
Between the children who have a strep throat infection without a sore throat, and the kids who have a sore throat and fever from something other than strep, it can be confusing about when to take your child to the doctor to evaluate for a strep throat infection.
Crystal Clear Distilled Water + Electrolytes
Water is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. As parents, we know it is important for our kids to stay hydrated, and drinking water is a great way to do this. Next time your...
$25,000 for Your School: Imagine the Amazing with UnityPoint Health
UnityPoint Health has launched the Imagine the Amazing contest, which will award $25,000 this fall to a school to help its students live well. Healthier. Happier. Making a dream come true.
Find Fashion + Fitness at Pure Barre Ankeny
If you’re going to work out, there's no reason you shouldn't feel comfortable and look cute! To help you get the most out of your workout, Pure Barre Ankeny offers a wide selection of...
Don’t Miss Family Fun Day Sept 29! Buy Tickets Today
Our Family Fun Day event is less than 2 weeks away!
Plan to be at Centennial Park in Waukee on Saturday September 29 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. You won’t want to miss this...
Fun, Hands-On Activities at The Goddard School® of Waukee
For 30 years, The Goddard School® has been a trusted name among families. Its classrooms are safe, nurturing environments for children six weeks to six years, offering age-appropriate opportunities to explore and discover. Trained...
4 Ways to Help Kids Through Fall Sports Injuries
When your kids go from playing in the backyard to playing organized sports, your role as a mom changes, too. You’re no longer the playtime supervisor and caretaker. Whatever happens is completely out of...
Partnering With Your Child’s Health Care Provider
Choosing a primary care provider for your child is very important. He or she will become a close partner in caring for your child’s health from birth through their teen years. Building a trusting...
Profile by Sanford Takes Guess Work Out of Weight Loss
As moms, we take care of everyone else. We cut grapes into quarters for our toddlers and remember to pencil in back-to-school doctors appointments for our big kids. We ensure our families are healthy,...