When was the last time you had a girls weekend away?
I am learning that taking time away from my kiddos and being on my own is important. Whether it is a night out with friends, a quick trip to...
Anyone else feel like making plans with your mom friends is more difficult than scheduling a summit of world leaders? Bless the Facebook poll feature and the doodle scheduling app, but once you finally get a date on the...
I turn 30 this month! EEEEK! I am actually excited! My 20s have been good to me, but I think the next decade is looking really good! Here is why:
1. Sleep
Sleep has improved considerably for me lately. I still...
No matter her age (or the age of her kids), every mom needs to hear three, precious words:
You are enough.
You are wise enough, patient enough, strong enough. You have what it takes to raise great kids.
I know you doubt...
I feel like I've been sounding like a broken record lately, but mommas, I'm exhausted. If I could only use one word to describe how I feel right now during this stage of parenting I am in, that would...
Find a great water bottle. Buy a few and keep one in your car at all times. The long-term benefits of hydration are scientifically sound whereas the rest of my advice comes only from my own taxing experience. I...
Every year is full of challenges and celebrations. Before we start 2018, we wanted to take a minute to reflect on the highlights of 2017.
It’s that time again. It’s September. I used to get excited for fall weather, cozy sweaters, and a long weekend with family. Now the month means something completely different to me and to so many mothers.
September means it’s Pediatric...
I want to let you in on a little secret. Out of the ashes of your greatest struggle, your area of deepest pain and heartache, will rise your greatest joy—if you let it.
I know that’s a hard concept to...
My initial post for January was about decompressing after the holidays: What to look forward to now? How do you get back into a routine? When do you start tearing down and storing? Can we just leave the lights...
In + Around Des Moines
Des Moines Spraygrounds and Wading Pools
Perfect for the kiddos who can't quite swim yet, or for anyone just needing to cool off, splash around at one of the Des...
