In + Around Des Moines

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Today's post is sponsored by Ingrid Williams, a local mom and Realtor for Re/Max. Spring and summer are the best seasons to buy or sell a home and the Des Moines metro market is really moving. If you have been...
It was 3:30pm on Saturday, April 13th…a special little birthday girl begins to welcome her birthday party guests for what they all think is another ordinary princess birthday party. After everyone arrived there was a knock at the door....
Every kid watches Sesame Street, right? Believe it or not, my daughter has rarely watched Sesame Street! However, this Elmo obsession surfaced a few years ago. One video borrowed for a road trip was all it took and she was...
Last Friday, we offered a giveaway featuring two tickets to Sesame Street Live. We had a remarkable number of entries, so we're happy to do another giveaway today - this time, with the winner receiving (4) - FOUR tickets...
My oldest child and only son, Abel, recently turned 7; and in celebrating this year, we did something for him that we had never done before: we took his birthday party to the Sky! Because Abel doesn’t have any brothers,...
Today's post is sponsored by the Central Iowa Doula Association. We are honored to have such an amazing group of women in our community!These ladies have a heart for our community and we can't wait for you to learn...
Mark your calendar for a musical event like no other - everyone's favorite friends making music! Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird and all their Sesame Street friends are taking to the stage to share their love of music in Sesame...
When we started Des Moines Moms Blog in October 2012 we had no idea we would be where we are today! From the beginning, we had a desire to be more than just a "mom's blog". We wanted to...
Today’s Giveaway is from It Happened on Mulberry Street Photography!  Thoughtful. Artistic. Natural. About the Photographers "We have always loved adventures.  Whether it be on a bike, or taking a bus ride downtown with our two young daughters, our motto is that...
Today's Giveaway is from Chick-fil-A Paradise Pointe on Mills Civic Parkway in West Des Moines. Eat Mor Chikin! Everyone knows about Chick-fil-A right? The cute little cow. The unparalleled customer service. The generous company that makes a difference! If not,...

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In + Around Des Moines

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...