Des Moines Mom

A while back, I did a post about why single moms “rock." I needed some pictures to go with the post, so I set up a super informal photo shoot at Guitar Center in West Des Moines to get...

We all deal with tantrums in our own ways. Every kiddo is different and certainly every parent is different. For me, I've found that a little creativity goes a long way. As my daughter is now a full-fledged (terrible)...

Izaiah's Story (as told by his mother, Janelle) Izaiah was born at 36 weeks in Chicago, Illinois, on a Thanksgiving weekend getaway. He was 6 lb 6 oz but the doctors soon found out he had an enlarged bladder and...

Last month I shared tips on how I help my reluctant readers. One of my suggestions was to pick books, characters, or authors they love. I know that is easier said than done, so I have made a list of some...

Thursday, September 3, 2015 10:00--Noon Crème Cupcake + Dessert 543 28th Street, Des Moines $5/person <<Buy Tickets Here>> A coffee a day helps mama to play! Or is that a cupcake a day? Or apple? Either way... come join us for a fun back-to-school play date! We know your...

There are these images that flash through my mind (and on a Google image search for "workout"): And then there is this reality that exists in my midsection: I tried this "working out" thing, dear sister. I truly did. I woke...

One thing that has TRULY surprised me in my adult life is how many people (particularly moms) are aching for friendship. I grew up right here in Des Moines and still found myself feeling "friendless" when we moved back...

This post is sponsored by Fadeaway Floatation Center offering floatation therapy in West Des Moines.  If a five-minute, uninterrupted trip to the bathroom counts as a vacation, you might be a mom who needs a float. If the sight of a...

I knew it would be one of the more labor-intensive decisions I would make as a parent. I wanted to take my time, do research, ask friends questions and for recommendations, and find just the right place for my...

This post is sponsored by Verizon Wireless Advice for Parents for Back to School Technology As our children head back to the classroom, many will be carrying more than books, paper and pens in their backpacks. Students of all ages...