In November, I wrote about why you should take your kids when you vote. With the Iowa caucuses days away, I wanted to bring you a sequel. In my voting piece, I encouraged you to research the candidates with your...
Des Moines Mom recognizes that moms wear a lot of hats. You are a mom, wife, friend, diaper changer, nose wiper, meal planner, lost toy finder, the list goes on and on! This summer we are thrilled to feature some...
Unplug. Be present. Limit screen time. I’m sure you’ve all heard the key phrases. The words encouraging you to put down your phone and focus on the here and now. The words are meant to inspire parents to log off of social...
4 kiddos at 4 different schools plus extracurriculars. Cue the caffeine, podcasts to listen to in the car, and countless nights of dinner “on the go”. When you are planning your pee breaks every day, that screams overcommitted and...
Last year I gave my 7-year-old a summer job. She earned a “salary” of a Yes Day at the end of the summer. This year, we are pursuing another adventure of juggling camps, two parents working from home or hybrid...
Our family of five lives in a three-bedroom Beaverdale ranch. My husband and I bought the house as newlyweds and were delighted by all the space. We’ve since been blessed with three kids. There is no longer “all the space.” In...
Des Moines Mom recognizes that moms wear a lot of hats. You are a mom, wife, friend, diaper changer, nose wiper, meal planner, lost toy finder, the list goes on and on! This summer we are thrilled to feature some...
Today's GIVEAWAY is from Amy Marek, Independent Consultant with Origami Owl - offering customizable, personable jewelry. Each piece is unique Every Living Locket tells a story and is customized with things that you love. Whether its your life 'story' or simply...
We were so blessed to have Stoltze & Stoltze be a sponsor at our New Moms Event in October! Many moms got to learn about the importance of dental health and about this wonderful dentistry located in Ames. We are...
Father's Day is coming up, and the dads are taking over! Stay tuned all week as we hear from several awesome local dads, and be blessed by these glimpses into the mind and heart of a father. Divorce. Though it happens...

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