Andrea Cooley
Andrea is a work-at-home single mom to 3 incredible kids, ages 6, 8, 10. She is the co-owner of Des Moines Mom and loves Jesus, coffee, books and dark chocolate. You can find her in coffee shops around Des Moines drinking lattes and typing away on her laptop.
Sara Hopkins :: Des Moines Mom Mover & Shaker
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...
What’s New in Des Moines this Summer
Summer is a great time to be in Des Moines. The days are long and the sun is warm. We are excited to see so many new businesses opening. Here are some we're most...
What Moms Really Want for Mother’s Day
Moms can be hard to shop for, so we asked our team what they want for Mother's Day. The best part? Everything on the list is from local businesses. It's a win-win! You have...
Small Business Resiliency: Fusion Boutique
As a local small business that works with other small businesses, Des Moines Mom knows first hand how hard the last year has been. Through a pandemic, reduced operating hours, restrictions, and more, we...
Small Business Resiliency: The Knotty Nail
As a local small business that works with other small businesses, Des Moines Mom knows first hand how hard the last year has been. Through a pandemic, reduced operating hours, restrictions, and more, we...
Small Business Resiliency: AR Workshop
As a local small business that works with other small businesses, Des Moines Mom knows first hand how hard the last year has been. Through a pandemic, reduced operating hours, restrictions, and more, we...
5 Reasons I Love Goldfish Swim School
Everyone loves swim nights at Goldfish Swim School. The kids love that they get to swim even when it’s cold outside and I love that all three kids get lessons at the same time!
My...
5 Reasons Moms Should Celebrate Galentine’s Day
Move over Valentine's Day, Galentine's Day, February 13, is what we're excited about this year!
It's a day dedicated to ladies celebrating ladies. This year, take time to tell your besties how much they mean...
Top 10 posts of 2020 The Best of Des Moines Mom
I think we can all agree 2020 has been a year we will never forget.
The beginning of the year was full of so much hope for a new decade. Then COVID hit and it...
4 Ways to Encourage Your Girlfriend Who’s Going Through a Divorce
I cannot imagine living through my divorce without my tribe of girlfriends walking beside me.
Nothing can prepare you for the hurt and devastation of going through a divorce. People who say they had an...