Kayla Craig
Kayla Craig is a work-at-home mom to four young kids via birth and adoption. Kayla studied magazine journalism at Drake and serves as Project Coordinator for Des Moines Moms Blog. She has been hitched for ten years to her husband Jonny, who pastors The Bridge church in Johnston.
When Kayla's not changing dirty diapers and refereeing lightsaber duels, she writes in the margins of motherhood. You'll also find her guzzling coffee, hosting Upside Down Podcast, and editing micro-essays for Coffee + Crumbs.
Des Moines Moms Guide to April 2018
With our April guide to events and activities in Des Moines, your family will have no reason to say, "Mom, I'm bored!" — trust us!
This curated calendar features unique spring events (Beautiful Bulldog Contest! Donut...
Des Moines Moms Guide to March 2018
Des Moines Moms Blog is thrilled to partner with the State Historical Museum of Iowa to promote Adventure into the Past, a week-long spring break program, March 12-16.
Each weekday afternoon during spring break,...
Des Moines Moms Guide to February 2018
Des Moines Moms Blog is thrilled to come alongside the Greater Des Moines Partnership to present the first ever Des Moines Winter Games.
The Winter Games is a free kid-friendly event in downtown Des Moines...
Des Moines Moms Guide to January 2018
Happy New Year! What's going on in Des Moines in January? From snowshoeing adventures to fun theatre performances, there's plenty to help you and your family beat cabin fever. Here's to starting off 2018...
Des Moines Moms Guide to December 2017
Wondering what to do in Des Moines this December? Des Moines is brimming with Christmas cheer this month! Central Iowa has plenty of magical events to offer families this time of the year, so...
Tips for Getting The Best Gas Mileage
Gas is expensive. As moms, it can feel like we're living in our vehicles -- transporting our little ones to school, soccer practice, and playdates -- and the pump seems to suck our wallets dry.
We're...
What You Need to Know About Adoption
Every child deserves a safe and loving family.
Heartbreakingly, here and around the world, situations arise when permanently staying with biological family isn’t a possibility for an infant or child. Adoption is an encompassing picture...
My Kids Love Kudo Banz, and I love Parenting More Positively
Raising young kids is tough.
As children grow, they become more independent, curious, and, if I'm honest, more headstrong. Seeing my children blossom into their unique personalities is so much fun -- but it's not...
A Des Moines Mom’s Guide to November 2017
It's November already? Wasn't it just summer? Whatever the case, we're thankful for all the things to do this month here in Des Moines. When you're not snuggling under a blanket or planning your...
My Child with Down Syndrome is a Blessing, Not a Burden
Mothering a child with Down syndrome has taken me on the most beautifully winding road.
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and I want you to know my daughter Eliza is a gift. For all her...