Des Moines Moms Blog is honored to have Sweet Binney's at our Moms's Night Out eventon April 25th.
We are so excited to share their wonderful desserts with you all! It will be the perfect compliment to our yummy food from...
I didn't realize the importance of mom friends until I had children. I’ve always been friendly with others and have had many friends over the years. But, once I reached child-rearing years, the need for a close friend in...
There are days in parenting that are beautiful: memories are made, major milestones are celebrated, and everything unfolds as planned.
Then there are other days. The terrible, horrible, no good, very bad days. (They’re not just for Alexander.)
I’m not talking...
As we approach the two-year birthday of Des Moines Moms Blog, we look back with a flooding of emotions, and many thoughts run through our heads. Sarah and I started Des Moines Moms Blog out of a passion for moms...
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...
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...
Ah, sleep deprivation. It goes with parenthood like peanut butter goes with jelly.
Before my oldest was born 4 years ago, this was one of my biggest worries about becoming a parent, because, after all, I like sleeping. And my...
I miss my kids' teachers.
A few days ago I had to take my children to their respective schools to pick up their personal belongings because school is closed for the rest of the year. I cried all the way...
Someone is on your side…
No one is alone.
These lyrics closed out the final song of the movie Into the Woods, and I felt my heart tug and the tears well up in my eyes.
The movie struck a nerve in...
“Do you wash your hair every day?”
Those were the words my hair stylist asked me when I asked her why my hair color wasn’t lasting. I sheepishly said, “yes” and she said, “stop in the name of love.”
I can’t be...
In + Around Des Moines
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...
