I see the lines of my little girl’s face in the soft glow of the night light: the round curves of her cheeks, the soft point of her chin, and the upturn of her tiny nose. Her breath exhales...
Did your kids use a binky or pacifier or nuk? How did you wean them of it? Here's my story.
My Binky Boy
My oldest son, Jack, was a binky baby almost from the start. From 2 weeks to 2 years,...
As a stay-at-home mom with four kids, we LOVE all the toddler activities in Des Moines! Something that keeps me sane as I’m with my kiddos all day is ROUTINE. So, we load up in the morning (get coffee)...
When I was found out I was pregnant with baby number two, one thing immediately came to mind -- Sophia. I worried how she would adjust to the new baby. I worried that she would feel left out. I worried...
Keeping a toddler entertained on a road trip can be difficult, but it's possible! We have traveled with our children from age 4 weeks on, and they have done a wonderful job in a car and on a plane....
Have you ever had one of those days when your kids won't stop crying and nothing you do can make them stop whining or hanging onto you? Sometimes the best way to get out of a funk is to...
We’ve been virtual learning now for several weeks with our 2nd and 5th graders. One of the main challenges we’ve encountered is keeping my 21-month-old busy and engaged while still being readily available to help with learning.
Somedays, Blippi helps...
Everyone warns you about the “Terrible Twos”, but I think two-year-olds get a bad rap. Sure, kids start having tantrums at two, but what I’ve come to find is that the Terrible Twos don’t hold a candle to the...
Life with a toddler is...memorable. Few experiences can equally entertain and enrage moms and dads as the battles - I mean blessings - of toddlerhood.
However, the pandemic has changed these battles a bit. One might even say that momming...
Dear Toddler Mama,
First off, congrats! You made it this far! You survived babyhood! I’m throwing up all the ‘praise hands’ emojis for you.
I know people keep telling you to buckle your seat belt and get ready for a wild...
In + Around Des Moines
Des Moines Spraygrounds and Wading Pools
Perfect for the kiddos who can't quite swim yet, or for anyone just needing to cool off, splash around at one of the Des...
