As a strong, independent, and successful woman, there aren’t too many of life’s challenges I can’t overcome or that truly knock me to my knees. That doesn’t mean I don’t whine about stupid days at work or occasionally count...
Some women love it. Some women dread it. Some women feel empowered by it. Some women feel conflicted by it. But the reality is, more than half the workforce in the U.S. is women, so more than likely, you know...
WE DID IT AGAIN! Mom's Night Out was an amazing evening with over 150 attendees! A big thank you to everyone who joined us for our Mom's Night Out event on March 30 at Jasper Winery; with the cool and...
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...
I am a self-proclaimed podcast junkie. As a mom-on-the-go, I spend most of my days listening to podcast whether at work or at home. They are an easy way for me to stay entertained, informed, and educated. If you...
Crafts, cupcakes, and wine--what more can a girl ask for?! Join Des Moines Moms Blog and The Knotty Nail for a fun night of creating string art at Cupcake Addict in Johnston, Thursday May 11 from 6 p.m. to 8:30...
Mama, you deserve to be pampered! Mark your calendars for a relaxing evening with Des Moines Moms Blog and Coachlight Clinic & Spa. Join us on Thursday, April 20 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for a night of pampering...
Dear Toddler Mama, First off, congrats! You made it this far! You survived babyhood! I’m throwing up all the ‘praise hands’ emojis for you. I know people keep telling you to buckle your seat belt and get ready for a wild...
When I pushed my first daughter from my body after 24 hours of hard, induced labor, (because I needed to hurry up and get back to college classes and winter semester was starting in a few days), something changed in...
As moms we may feel like we are constantly pouring from an empty cup. We are stretched thin and sometimes feel as though we are being pulled in a hundred different directions. It's easy for self care to get...

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