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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!

Dreams Deferred

I never knew how to answer the standard question asked of children. What do you want to be when you grow up? I had four dreams – to be a wife, a mom, a...

Free All-Inclusive School and Sports Physicals Event May 14, 2014

All athletes need to obtain sports physicals in order to participate in school athletic activities during the year. This can sometimes be a hassle with your student’s already busy schedule. On May 14, 2014, Physiotherapy...

Realistic Fitness: 4 Tips for Busy Moms

After a long winter, we are all excited for sunshine and warmer weather. Playing at the park, going for walks, wearing shorts and a swimsuit…. Okay, maybe some of us aren’t looking forward to...

Featured Business Highlight: Farfalla Music Studio

Today's highlight is sponsored by Farfalla Music Studio - offering piano, voice and early childhood music classes in the Des Moines metro area.  About Farfalla Music Studio Farfalla Music Studio was founded by soprano Mariana Pino after...

Just For Her Weekend May 2-4, 2014 + Ticket Giveaway

No matter what season of motherhood you're in, we have the perfect weekend getaway for you! Grab the girls and get ready for the Just For Her Event held at the Iowa Events Center next...
Infertility Awareness Week

Infertility Awareness Week: You Are Not Alone

This week is especially near and dear to my heart, as it is National Infertility Awareness Week. Have you been impacted personally with infertility? Do you know someone who has struggled with infertility? Statistically,...

Down Syndrome Support: How One Local Mom is Making a Difference

I thought I knew my life’s path many years ago. Become a teacher. Get married. Have a family. Live a good life. Not anything too crazy. My childhood dreams of becoming an astronaut had...

Join us for the #CMBNFavThings Twitter Party for a chance to win our favorite...

Awesome Brands. Loads of Giveaways. Lots of chitchat. Do we have your attention yet?! You’re invited to join City Moms Blog Network and our 35+ Sister Sites for a fun Twitter party where we’ll chat about 20+ of our network’s...

Local Musician Jessa Anderson’s “Whole” Released This Week + 3 Giveaways

We are honored to share an amazing local mom and musician with you. Singer/songwriter Jessa Anderson's third album, Whole, released this week. We are excited for you to hear from this sweet-spirited mama and...

Bloom Event Sponsor: Chick-fil-A

We are beyond thrilled to announce that Chick-fil-A Paradise Pointe and Chick-fil-A at Jordan Creek Mall are providing food at our Bloom event on April 26th. We hope you can make it to this...