There are times when I question myself. I question my ability to parent, to teach, to be a good wife and a good daughter. Sometimes I see friends on social media who are doing it all and being it...
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...
  UPDATE: TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT! Subscribe to learn about more upcoming events with Des Moines Moms Blog! Join us Tuesday November 1 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Crème Cupcake for a Mom's Night Out of  Drinks & Desserts! Come...
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 can’t make...
Are you a soccer mom?  Soccer moms are superheroes in my book. You're juggling schedules for practices and games, you're making sure players have all their gear, and most importantly, you're supplying snacks for everyone! Soccer Mom Survival Kit The best soccer...
In true only-child fashion, I celebrate my birthday the entire month of March. In my pre-budget heyday, that meant that I could justify any and all purchases I made during March. Now that my husband has put our family...
Moms Night Out Thursday, February 20th Des Moines Moms Blog is excited to announce our upcoming Moms Night Out hosted by Des Moines Plastic Surgery and The Healthy Skin Center. We would love for you to join us at this...
SOLD OUT-Join us Monday May 17 at Canoyer Garden Center in Grimes for a DIY Planting Event Join us for You Grow Girl, a night assembling a custom, outdoor planter, enjoying a drink from Whimsical Wine Trailer, and shopping with...
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...
The most common thing I hear women say about their wardrobe is, “every day I go to my closet where I have a ton of clothes, but can never find anything to wear!” I used to struggle from this...

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