My favorite season of all time is fall! The air is crisp, the leaves are changing colors, fall sports are in full swing, and, of course, the pumpkin patches and apple orchards are open! We have compiled a list...
Are you one of those crazy people? By "crazy" I mean EXTREMELY patient when it comes to finding out the gender of your baby. Judging by my tone, I'm sure you can assume that I am NOT one to wait...
To me, summer screams fresh produce. LOUDLY! Farmers' markets, gardens, plants in pots on my deck. We love eating fresh as much as possible – it tastes better, and as hard as it can be to get our kids...
Hello, my name is Rachel, and my husband works from home.
That's how I feel I should introduce my life as of lately. I feel like we (housewives with work-at-home husbands) should have a support group. And, I KNOW the...
A friend of mine recently asked me for some advice planning her baby registry. I was honored to be a part of the occasion and quickly jumped at the chance to offer my guidance. After all, it was just...
If you are a mom to young kids, you know that most days feel like a snack free-for-all.
Each day, I encourage my daughter to think of choices that include fruits, veggies, and protein rather than "snack" type foods.
While we talk about it frequently,...
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Ladies and Gentleman, the mother of all events is about to hit Des Moines, and we hope you can join us. You will not want to miss it!
Have you heard of a little film titled Frozen? If not, you’ve obviously...
As much as I would love to slow down time and bask in the laid back pace of summer for just a bit longer, time keeps marching on. Before we know it we will be facing brisk mornings, colorful trees,...
“Out of the mouths of babes.”
“Kids say the darndest things.”
“Say what?”
Over the years, I’ve heard my kids utter some whoppers, and I think, I should write that down. Well, thanks to the super amazing app called Offspring, I have...
In + Around Des Moines
15 Best Brunch Spots in Des Moines
Brunch in Des Moines is the best! Not only does it combine the best of breakfast and lunch, it's a social event best enjoyed...
