We are thrilled to announce details of our next event: our Family Fun Day event! Check out all the details below. Who: All Des Moines Metro families! What: A morning of fun for all!  Tickets are all inclusive and include all activities, snacks, a goody...
I'm often asked, "How do you stay fit?" I have an unfair advantage - my husband is co-owner of Crossfit West Des Moines. Even with easy access, we mommas know it is never "easy" to schedule ME time when our kids...
Not sure how you're going to keep your kids entertained when you're stuck at home? We feel your pain! That's why we created this guide to indoor activities for kids. We hope it helps you stay sane when you...
This post is part 2 of 3 in the series Summer Crafts with Kids. Summer is all about being outside, splashing around, making the most of the extended daylight hours. Sometimes the kids need nothing but their imagination to entertain...
Central Iowa is a great place to take the family on a bike ride. From urban scapes to calming rides amongst fields and quaint towns, find a bike trail to explore in Des Moines. Grab your helmets and see...
One of my personal top frustrations in 2020 was when the Wonder Woman 84 premiere date was pushed back TWICE. I had dates set on my calendar, an outfit ordered, and a very excited 6-year-old. Finally, they announced they would...
Save the hunt for the kiddos and find the best Easter Egg Hunts in Des Moines in one place. Leading up to Easter, there are several community hunts around Des Moines. Find the one that fits your family best. And...
Making homemade ornaments is one of our family's favorite holiday traditions. This easy recipe is a familiar staple in many households. Not only is it a perfect hands-on sensory experience for my toddler, but fun for the whole family. We love to...
Des Moines is about to get even cooler than it already is with the opening of the Lauridsen Skatepark set for May 22, 2021.  Here’s what you need to know about the new skate park in Des Moines  1. What makes...
It’s hard to imagine ever forgetting what life is like right now: the stresses, the challenges, a new normal that evolves daily, the fleeting joys, the endlessness of it all. But, and I say this with every ounce of hope...

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