Bare Root Designs Valentine Pop Up Shop Friday, February 7th Join Bare Root Designs at 515 Brewing Company for a great evening. Bare Root will bring the jewelry, 515 will make the beer, and all you have to do is come...
One of my goals for this summer was to read… a lot. Like most busy moms, I have a hard time finding/making time to read, especially during the school year, so it’s something that I try to move up...
Holidays can be difficult for a single mom to navigate for a multitude of reasons. Some of these difficulties may have to do with the fact that they are not used to spending the holidays without their kids, or...
Lately, the baby has been waking up before me in the morning, so, in order to manage my many morning tasks, I have been putting him in the exersaucer while I slip away to shower or finish my makeup....
There have been days and even seasons in motherhood where I’ve struggled. I found it challenging to get out of bed. I did nothing but cry. I lacked the energy to participate in my life. I was one of...
Over the weekend I read a new post from Amy Roberts, a mommy blogger I follow. In speaking of the importance of living an offline life, Amy made a statement that resonated well with me: Live your offline life first...
Our primary goal in creating Des Moines Moms Blog is to connect moms online as well as offline through face-to-face events. We have loved connecting you all through our larger events, but this year we are also looking to incorporate some...
Every year I think I am going to slow down and simplify. I have even purchased Emily Ley's book about simplifying my life. I did, in fact, read it - but I still feel like a chicken with my...
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...
As we close out 2021 and plan for the future of Des Moines Mom, we want to find out more about you, our readers! Our goal is to bring Des Moines moms the best resources, events, guides, giveaways, and information...

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Things to do in Des Moines in May 2024

May is the kick-off to our favorite festivals and farmers markets. Cinco de Mayo, BaconFest, CelebrAsian, Tulip Time, and Downtown Farmers Market are all...