Shay Scholtes

Shay Scholtes
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Shay is the wife to a self proclaimed IT nerd, mama to two daughters, Sophia-5 and Saidey-2. By day she is an addiction/mental health therapist and by night she is a blogger/writer at Three Gals and a Guy, reader, and binger of Netflix and reality TV. LIfe can get crazy busy, but she wouldn't have it any other way!
nursing and breastfeeding

6 Hidden Benefits to Breastfeeding

I'm currently breastfeeding our third child. You can find me almost every 2-3 hours nursing my 4-month-old. When I'm not with him, I'm spending time with my best friend, Spectra. So, needless to say, I've...
summer fun

Des Moines Summer Bucket List

Do you make a Des Moines summer bucket list? It's not too late to make one.  School is out, the pools are open, and the mosquitos are out in full force! My family LOVES the...
west des moines library

Guide to the West Des Moines Public Library

 West Des Moines Public Library, 4000 Mills Civic Parkway West Des Moines The West Des Moines Public Library is home to several children/adolescent and even adult programs. It is also near a pond which you...
neutral boy nursery

Baby Boy Nursery Reveal

When I found out we were expecting baby number 3, I knew almost immediately that I wanted a simple and neutral palette for the baby's room regardless of gender. Enter Pinterest. When I had my...

7 Reasons I Love Cloth Diapers

When I was expecting my first baby, I had a brief desire to use cloth diapers, but being a first-time mom and already having so many things to decide, it got pushed to the...
Trader Joe's grocery shopping des moines

We Love Trader Joe’s: A Guide to Des Moines Grocery Shopping

Trader Joe's is located just off Interstate 35 in West Des Moines, on Mills Civic Parkway, near the hustle and bustle of Jordan Creek Towncenter. I've found some of my favorite products there that make...

Talking to Kids about Safety

As my kids have gotten older, the realization that I have little control becomes more and more apparent. Since I can’t be with my kids 24/7 to ensure their safety, it can bring emotions of...

Baby Favorites from a Third-Time Mom

It's been over 5 years since we've been immersed in all things baby. We are expecting our third baby just in time for Christmas this year. I've always loved shopping for my girls, and...

Favorite Beach Books

Hey Summer! Good to see you! If you’re like me, you love a good book that you can get lost in. Add in the sun, outdoor setting (pool, beach, back porch), a cool drink, AND...

Keeping Our Family Safe Online: Social Media Tips

If you’re like me, you have social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, and maybe even more. Since having kids, one thing I've been aware of is what and how I'm sharing on...