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What to Expect When You are Expecting During COVID-19
The number one question on most expecting parents’ minds these days is: “Is it safe to deliver my baby in a hospital?”
Kathy Goetz, Market...
Raising Racially Educated Children in a Biracial Household
We just exited Immigration and Customs in Matamoros, Mexico, on the latter half of our family road trip. We were returning home to Iowa...
Book Recommendations from a Busy Mom
When someone asks for book recommendations, I always panic. It’s not that I’m without suggestions, it’s that reading can be such a personal experience.
The...
Movers & Shakers: Jenny Quiner, DogPatch Urban Gardens
Des Moines Mom recognizes that moms wear a lot of hats. You are a mom, wife, friend, diaper changer, nose wiper, meal planner, lost...
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Summer Fun in DSM
Check out activities for the whole family!
Let the kids play outside and burn off some energy with these ideas!
Pack up the car and hit the road to explore our great state.
Des Moines is home to some amazing murals. Tour the city and see them all!
Des Moines WEATHER
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Backyard July 4 Celebration Ideas
My absolute favorite holiday is July 4.. The entire day is spent outside, the food is great, and the beer is cold. It’s also...
Creek-Walking in Des Moines and Central Iowa
Summer is a great time to get out and explore and get a little wet!
From a very young age, my boys loved the outdoors....
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