Do you remember the first time you heard about sex? I was a wide-eyed eight-year-old, playing at the home of my closest-playmate, "Beth". At one point her older sister, "Sarah" joined us. Eager to prove her superior knowledge to us...
Summer is here and my boys are so excited for their summer of fun! This means endless video games, sleeping in, ... Just Kidding! While our summers aren't overly structured, we do have some general guidelines we've used for...
I was recently fired from my job as “mom” from one of my employers. Well, maybe “laid off” is a better term. It was my 18-year-old daughter who did the firing. (I’m still employed by the 12-year-old). Like most lay-offs, I...
One of my fears of being a “boy mom” was not being able to relate or have a good bond with my kids. I taught 5th grade for many years and I was worried my kids would be like many...
I see you, first day of school. Looming in the second half of August, just hanging out. Waiting to be recognized by teachers, parents, and students. Some might have had this date circled since May, while others are still...
I have been dreading this for a while now. I’m honestly a little scared about it, and I don’t think I am ready. After all, I’m waaaaay too young, and teenagers are scary. Yep, that’s right, my oldest is about to...
Let me start off by saying that my title is misleading. I don't think preteens (or young teenagers, for that matter) should have any privacy online. None at all. Hear me out. I am a teacher, so I realize the digital world can...
Bedtime - Help Your Child Get Their Best Rest Back to school schedules are in full gear as we settle in to new routines. As parents, you know how important sleep is to growth and development for healthy kids. Here...
I have very strong feelings about summer camp. I think your child should go. My two kids vehemently agree with me. Here are some reasons why we love summer camps: Build Independence There comes a point in your child’s life when you need to...
“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...

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Shop the Just Between Friends Consignment Sale March 22-24

Iowa’s largest children’s consignment sale is happening this week at the 4-H Building at the Iowa State Fairgrounds! Whether you’re looking to save money on...