For Mom

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...

Imagine shaving your legs, enjoying a nice hot shower, doing your hair and makeup, and getting ready in PEACE. No interruption or anxiety that your baby (or in my case, babies) will wake or need you. At 6 months postpartum,...

Babes + Babies :: An Event for New and Expecting Moms Disclosure :: Our Babes + Babies Event for New and Expecting Moms is sponsored by Blank Children’s Hospital, and supported by MercyOne, Broadlawns, and Primrose Schools. We couldn't have...

Life is hard and the last year and a half has been harder than most for many reasons. As moms, we carry a huge mental load. There are constant demands on us from feeding, clothing, and bathing the tiny...

We are hiring a social media coordinator for our Des Moines Mom executive team! Do you love all things social media, enjoy supporting other moms, and want to engage with the Des Moines community? Are you passionate about Des Moines...

Hello, my name is Mary and I am a burnt out mom. Most days I feel like I am being pulled in every direction at one time. Sometimes I need to call a timeout on all my responsibilities even...

As I am quickly approaching my 30th birthday (and trying not to freak out about it!), I have been doing a little self-reflection. Do you know this feeling - trying to figure out who you are and who you...

Here I am at 33 years old and one of my biggest issues in life has been my inability to let go of control and let go of the worry and anxiety that encompasses my life -- specifically when...

We are thrilled to announce our next event: Moms & Mimosas Who: Moms looking for a morning to relax and recharge What: A morning of relaxation, pampering, food, and drinks When: Saturday, November 4, 9 a.m. - noon Where: Compass Financial, 4801 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines Grab a friend...

Swimsuit season is just around the corner! If that makes you cringe a little, you aren’t alone. An informal Instagram poll said 60% of my followers dread wearing a swimsuit. That stinks. Summer is so much fun! How do we...