Dear Younger Me,
Hey, it's Older You, just dropping by to write you a note and share some advice from the future. I'm here with a spoiler--you turn out alright! The problems that seem monstrous right now will only sometimes...
This summer, there was a popular and well-shared blog floating around the Internet… "Two Words I’ll Never Say Again to My Daughter"… something like that. I clicked on it because the suspense was killing me. I’ll save you the...
Of all topics about parenting, I was surprised that exclusive pumping gets the most blank stares or strongest reactions from fellow mothers.
Exclusive pumping is breastfeeding without nursing. I only express my milk and don’t nurse. I explain it to...
Today's highlight is sponsored by Farfalla Music Studio - offering piano, voice and early childhood music classes in the Des Moines metro area.
About Farfalla Music Studio
Farfalla Music Studio was founded by soprano Mariana Pino after living and teaching in the...
Des Moines Moms Blog loves sharing resources for moms in the metro! Three of us from the DMMB team had the honor and privilege of working with WHOtv Channel 13 News for a recent segment all about babysitting.
That got me...
When you think about your circle of friends and family, you probably know a few stay-at-home moms. You may be one yourself. But, how many stay-at-home dads do you know? I know only one. His name is Bart and...
Last year after kindergarten round-up, we decided to redshirt our son for three main reasons:
Lucan has a summer birthday and was one of the youngest in his class.
He lacked social and emotional maturity.
Kindergarten is hard. These...
I don’t consider myself an “old” mom, but I’m not a young mom, either. I’m a thirty-something mom to a toddler. And I love it. I am so thankful and blessed to be momma to a bubbly, sweet two-year-old.
Here are...
My cousin and I were lamenting recently about how when we go to the park with our kids we are no longer the “young moms.” It’s strange to realize you’ve moved past a stage you loved.
Time keeps chugging along,...
Regret.
It feels like such a dirty word.
I’ve made my fair share of mistakes in my life. A few I regret. Some, while they were not smart, I know have shaped me and made me who I am today.
Regret clings...
In + Around Des Moines
Des Moines Halloween Events in 2023
Don't limit the Halloween fun to beggar's night and a pumpkin patch. Celebrate the spooky (and fun!) season all month long.
Whether you are looking...
