I talk to my kids all day and every day. About everything. My kids and I have a very good open line of communication, especially thanks to losing their dad at a young age and blending our family which...
We walked down the sidewalk toward the elementary school for open house. In just a few days, my firstborn was starting kindergarten and the excitement was palpable. He was ready. I was ready. (Especially with two younger siblings at...
Biking is a great way to enjoy the outdoors as a family! As the weather gets warmer, it’s a good time to start thinking about how to keep your children safe while biking.
Infants
Parents often ask at what age they...
When my child was 11 years old I noticed their anxiety taking hold of them in a way I hadn’t seen before. I knew something wasn't right.
During the pandemic, the first week of online schooling was harder than I...
Pssst! Did you know babies can chew food without teeth? Furthermore, did you know you can feed your baby exactly what you eat?
Baby-led weaning is focused on letting your baby feed themselves with solid food. When prepared safely...
It’s that time of the year again - Teacher Appreciation Week.
If you’re looking for a list of gifts for your child’s favorite teacher, this isn’t it. If that’s what you need, check out this post instead for some incredibly helpful...
Bedtime drama doesn't end when your kids grow out of diapers. I’m the mom of two boys who are 11 and 8. Bedtime drama is here to stay.
Baby sleep routines
As an infant, our oldest was the model child. I...
My husband and I have three kids, two of which are almost 13 and 10 years old. For the past year or so, the topic of when to start leaving kids at home by themselves has come up a...
When first-time mom Libby Heinz received a brochure and recommendations from some of her mom friends to use Midwife Services of UnityPoint Health – Des Moines, she decided to try it out. Not having an OB/GYN in Des Moines,...
As we watched our 4-year-old vomit onto my beloved nursing chair last month, a thought occurred to me: This chair has seen some stuff.
That was the non-expletive thought, anyway. There were other inappropriate thoughts that all of you parents...
In + Around Des Moines
What to Do in Des Moines this Winter
Though it might be cold outside, there is no shortage of things to do this winter in Des Moines. Make a bucket list to...
