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 anxiety, fear, and frankly, sometimes...
“It’s just like riding a bike” is a phrase that’s supposed to mean something is easy to get back into after a long time away. But, if you’re a new enough mom to remember the pain of a birth...
My oldest daughter, Sophia, went through a MAJOR princess phase from about 2-5 years old. And still, at 7, some of her favorite books feature princesses, unicorns, or some other magical, stereotypical figures.
We tried introducing other play themes, toys,...
The decision to go forward with redshirting our kindergartener has not been an easy one to make. My son is bright, loves stories and books, and is articulate to a fault. He’s also impulsive, has problems with his “listening...
If given the opportunity, I think my two boys would spend a majority of their summer in our basement watching YouTube Kids or playing Minecraft.
If I don’t suggest something else for them to do, they will likely continue on...
Choosing a primary care provider for your child is very important. He or she will become a close partner in caring for your child’s health from birth through their teen years. Building a trusting relationship is therefore in your...
Baby it’s cold outside … now what do I do with my kids?
As the cold weather approaches, do you start to hear these common words come out of your child’s mouth? “It’s too COOOLLLLDDDD to go outside!” or “I...
“Wow!” Collin’s voice rang out and was obviously heard by all the guests in the restaurant. “That guy has a robot leg!” My 5-year-old ran over to the gentleman with the robot prosthetic leg.
I blushed several shades of red...
Last year after kindergarten round-up, we decided to redshirt our son for three main reasons:
Lucan has a summer birthday and was one of the youngest in his class.
He lacked social and emotional maturity.
Kindergarten is hard. These...
Sweet baby fusses from the bouncer while I fix dinner
Looking, stretching for me to hold him.
"You're fine, you don't need me," I croon.
Baby boy hesitates to let go and take steps away from me
Unsure how to move forward, how...
In + Around Des Moines
What Moms Want for Mother’s Day
Mom, it's time to celebrate YOU and all you do for your families. Mother's Day is May 12 this year.
We asked our team what...
