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Things to do in Des Moines in April 2023

Join the city of Johnston for the tenth annual Kites on the Green festival at Johnston Commons, 6700 Merle Hay Road. The event is...
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Mom’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

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....
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Pickleball in Des Moines

Have you or your family taken up pickleball? If not, pickleball, a combo of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong was invented by three dads trying...
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Easy Meal Ideas

Do you ever feel like you don’t know what to make for mealtime or snacks? It can get boring when we stay in the...
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What’s New in Des Moines this Spring 2023

Spring brings a new season and new businesses! There are always new restaurants to try and we have another new grocery store. A new...
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15 Best Brunch Spots in Des Moines

Brunch, by definition, is a mix of breakfast and lunch and typically it's the greatest hits of each. This also makes it an ideal...
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Where to Donate Items in Des Moines

Whether once a month or once a year, if you like(or need) to organize and purge, you may be looking for a place to...
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I Got a Concussion

I recently got a concussion at work as the result of some really bad luck and even worse timing between myself and a heavy...
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Adulting with The Law Shop

Do you ever look around and ask yourself who is the adult in the room? There isn't a rule book for being an adult but...
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Adulting: Things I Wish I Knew

This editorial series, Adulting, is brought to you by The Law Shop by Skogerson McGinn LLC and Des Moines Mom. The Law Shop provides...
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Adulting: You Need a Will

Having a will helps ensure my children and husband have the time and space to grieve me without being bogged down with trying to figure out all the final details.

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Pickleball in Des Moines

Have you or your family taken up pickleball? If not, pickleball, a combo of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong was invented by three dads trying...

Des Moines Easter Egg Hunt Guide

The hunt is on! Find one (or many!) Easter egg hunts and let the kids run wild while collecting candy and prizes. Leading up to...

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