Keshia Nashleanas

Keshia Nashleanas
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I am a former special education teacher now stay at home mom. Our three wild boys and one princess keep me busy! I love my morning coffee and daily adventures.
kid with cardboard rocket. indoor activities

Genius Indoor Activities

Baby it's cold outside! Or rainy, or you’re just about to lose it! Or it is that time of day where the kids are constantly picking on each other and no activity is keeping...
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Our Favorite Holiday Books

One of my favorite ways to get into the holiday spirit is by bringing out all our Christmas and winter books! I know some families like to wrap 25 holiday books for the month...
baby boy newborn twins

My Twin Birth Story

This post is part of an editorial series, Birth Stories, is brought to you by UnityPoint Health and Des Moines Mom. All 5 original articles from the Birth Stories series can be found here. Saturday...
woman with long hair. donating your hair. Des Moines Mom

What to Know About Donating Your Hair

I have had the wonderful experience of donating my hair multiple times. It is the best feeling! I love giving my hair to people who need it. Imagine having hair loss and the confidence...
yellow backpack with school supplies. Back to School. Des Moines Mom

7 Ways to Get Ready for Back to School

The first word that comes to mind when August arrives is school. This was reinforced when I walked into the store and saw the brightly colored bins of school supplies already lining the aisles.  7...
kids jumping into pool with floats. Summer Fun. Des Moines Mom

Summer Fun in Des Moines

Popsicles, pool floaties, and sunscreen. Summer is here!   As a stay-at-home mom to three active boys, summer is full of adventures! I love doing ALL the things with my boys. Every year when school...
baseball sitting on field. Baseball mom. Des Moines Mom

I Love Being a Baseball Mom

As a mom of three boys, I have become a baseball mom. My Saturdays are spent at the baseball fields, and I love every minute of it. The season starts with a family outing...
preschooler at table. show and tell ideas. des moines mom

Show and Tell Items

If you are like me, you are racing out the door to school and remember it is show and tell day. Quick! Grab something. I have learned to set a reminder in my phone...
women laughing at a bar. moms night out. Des Moines Mom

Plan the Best Ladies Night Out

When was the last time you had a night out just you and your girlfriends? As a mom, a ladies night out is a time I look forward to. It's a chance to destress...
girl playing with blocks on floor with kids. How to find a babysitter. Des Moines Mom

Tips for Finding a Babysitter

Finding a babysitter is hard! As a new mom to a new area, I knew I needed help. I began looking to see where I could find the best babysitter. I found there are...