I don’t like babies. There, I said it. On a moms’ blog. Those are four words you’re not supposed to say or even think. But, for me? It's mostly true. I like the other stages better. It doesn’t make me a bad...
We’ve been virtual learning now for several weeks with our 2nd and 5th graders. One of the main challenges we’ve encountered is keeping my 21-month-old busy and engaged while still being readily available to help with learning.   Somedays, Blippi helps...
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,...
Des Moines Pediatric Dental Center is thrilled to introduce their latest staff addition -- Dr. Diana Pelzer, DDS. Now you have not one, but two great pediatric dentists when you bring your children into Des Moines Pediatric Dental Center. Starting...
When your kids go from playing in the backyard to playing organized sports, your role as a mom changes, too. You’re no longer the playtime supervisor and caretaker. Whatever happens is completely out of your control. Your job now is...
My daughter who just started 6th grade is kind, generous, really, really good at math, a Girl Scout who just got her Bronze Award. She also happens to have turquoise blue hair.  It may surprise some when they realize...
I currently have two school-aged, and public school attending, children. While some may cringe at that statement, we fully embrace it. We love hearing stories of what they did each day, what they learned, what "specials" (P.E., art, music,...
  Preparing for a baby is expensive. Expecting twins? Twice as expensive - IF you buy two of everything. Fortunately, you don't need to. My twins, my "babies," just turned five, so I'm getting a little rusty on the baby registry...
We're moms. We're busy. We barely have time to shower. Let alone navigate everything when someone in the family gets sick! What if you could connect quickly with health providers from home without even leaving the house? How would that give...
When my oldest was a baby, people always commented on hating pacifiers. Comments flew around about the addiction to the pacifier, how hard it was to break the habit, how bad it was for her growing teeth. She was...

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