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Des Moines Mom is passionate about connecting Moms (and others) in Des Moines and central Iowa. We are your go-to source for finding fun activities, family resources, local events, and more!
What’s New in Des Moines this Winter 2024
Winter may be synonymous with hibernation, but that doesn't stop new businesses from opening all around the Des Moines metro.
Plus, if you haven't already, check out what opened this Fall!
10+ New Things in Des...
Things to do in Des Moines in January 2024
Happy New Year! Have you resolved to get out more this winter? There are plenty of January events to make that possible. And don't forget to snag some me-time after the holidays.
Let’s start the...
5 Kindergarten Readiness Tips + Free Download
“Am I doing enough to prepare my child for kindergarten?”
“How will I know if my child is socially and emotionally ready for school?”
“Should my child wait a year to start kindergarten?”
Have you asked yourself...
4 Signs Your Child Needs Tutoring
Is your child struggling in school? It might be time to consider tutoring. The Little White Schoolhouse in Ankeny offers a variety of services ranging from individual tutoring, jump-start clinics, day camps, and much...
Cheer on the Iowa Wild this Holiday Season
Get in the holiday spirit with the Iowa Wild during Winter Wonderland weekend!
With tickets starting as low as $18, two fun-filled games are sure to be plenty of excitement for the entire family.
To kick...
Make Your Holiday Season Brighter with Cirque Dreams Holidaze
Don’t let the stress of the holidays keep you from enjoying what they are truly about, spending time with loved ones! Des Moines Performing Arts is giving you the opportunity to do just that!...
A Holiday Classic on a Stage Near You!
In light of the holiday season, Des Moines Performing Arts has a gift for you! Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical is taking the stage at the Des Moines Civic Center for two performances...
Holiday Special Events Guide
The holidays are right around the corner in Des Moines! Get in the holiday spirit with Des Moines Performing Arts and all the seasonal shows they have to offer including the wonderful, Cirque Dreams...
Understanding Perimenopause
Gwyneth Paltrow once said, “I think menopause gets a really bad rap and needs a bit of rebranding. I don’t think we have in our society a great example of an aspirational menopausal woman.”
What...
Adoption in Iowa
Adoptions vary widely, ranging from foster care adoptions to private domestic, international, step-parent, and even adult adoptions. This is a general overview of adoption in Iowa. For more specific information on the different types...