Kristin Schaaf

Kristin Schaaf
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Kristin is a blessed wife to her husband David and first-time momma to her daughter Hannah, embracing the ups and downs of motherhood and the joys and challenges each day brings. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, writing, baking, and being involved in her church. Kristin shares her heart and experiences as a mother through letters to her daughter on her blog, Dear Baby with Love.
My Mealtime Sanity--and Budget--Savers | Des Moines Moms Blog

My Mealtime Sanity–and Budget–Savers

The words “food” and “budget” probably bring a few images to mind: macaroni and cheese, hot dogs, and spaghetti. While all three of these items may have been a part of my toddler’s meal...

4 Reasons I Am a Better Person as a Working Mom

When my daughter was first born, I never thought I could juggle life as a working mom. From bottles and breastfeeding and pumping to finding time to take a shower, all while going on...
The Bedtime Battle: The Frustrating, the Funny, and My Favorite Moments | Des Moines Moms Blog

The Bedtime Battle: The Frustrating, the Funny, and My Favorite Moments

Oh, the bedtime battle. The time that toddlers have the biggest power struggle with their parents. Or maybe it’s just me. At the end of the day, when all I want is some time to...

Positive Parenting: Showing Behaviors Our Children Want to Imitate

“You have to wait, Mommy.” My daughter looks into my eyes seriously as she asks me to wait for the tea she has served me to cool. We sit on the floor, having a tea...
indoor winter activities

My Favorite Indoor Winter Activities When It’s Too Cold to Leave the House

Winter is definitely not my favorite season. From bitter, cold temperatures to navigating the roads in snow and ice, I would prefer to hibernate indoors or move to the South during the long, four-plus...
My Word for 2016: Rejoice | Des Moines Moms Blog

My Word for 2016: Rejoice

I’ve never been a big fan of making New Year’s resolutions. While I do like setting goals for myself, for some reason the idea of creating a resolution of something I will or will...
The Mom Voice Within | Des Moines Moms Blog

The Mom Voice Within

There’s a still, small voice that whispers in my head. I can’t always hear it, but I know it’s there. It encourages. You can do this. It uplifts. You’re doing a great job. It reminds me that...
4 Reasons I Love Parenting in My Thirties

4 Reasons I Love Parenting in My Thirties

I don’t consider myself an “old” mom, but I’m not a young mom, either. I’m a thirty-something mom to a toddler. And I love it. I am so thankful and blessed to be momma to...
Why I Love Fall in Des Moines

Why I Love Fall in Des Moines

As much as I love summer and warm weather, I must admit that I am SO ready for fall. And I am so over sweating when I am outside. It’s the time of year...
Mom Life: 5 Things I Need to Keep My Sanity

Mom Life: 5 Things I Need to Keep My Sanity

Balance. It is something we as mommas strive for, yet I wonder if it is something that really exists. For a long time, I thought about what balance looked like for me and my family....