Anna Beck
Anna Beck lives in University City with her three young children and husband. She is an attorney and journalist, and maintains the blog, urbanapronblog.com. Anna loves visiting kid-friendly spots around the city and can also be found baking in her kitchen with her toddlers. She loves connecting with other moms around St. Louis and talking about motherhood, work-life balance and healthy living.
Spending a Day in University City
By Anna Beck
Several years ago, when my husband and I were starting to grow our family, we moved to University City and quickly fell...
Date Night: Check Out the Central West End
Your date night plans are set! Check out these great spots!
As a mom of three, I know how precious a kid-free evening can be!...
3 Skincare Tips for the Busy Mom (from a mom who gets it!)
By Anna Beck
I’ve worked in skincare for seven years, partnering with the brands I use and love. And the two things I hear most...
5 Things I Would Share with a New Mom
Motherhood is messy, magical, and a little overwhelming, especially in the beginning. As my youngest tells me he is a big boy now (just...
Gingerbread Playdough: A Fun Activity this Holiday Season
Nothing says winter fun like homemade Gingerbread Playdough!
I love making homemade playdough. It always sounds daunting, but it’s actually way easier than it sounds....
Three Reasons You Need an Estate Plan for Your Family
Creating an Estate Plan was one of those tasks I put on my mental to-do list after I became a mom. You know that...
How to Form a Mom Community in your own Neighborhood
Connect to your neighborhood with these tips for crafting your own mom community!
About a year ago, I would sit in my front yard with...
The Magic of Motherhood during the Holidays
When December hit, I started feeling extra emotional. I have this print on my kitchen counter that local card maker, Curly Girl Design, made...
An Oatmeal Cookie You’ll Want to Make
You will want to save this oatmeal cookie recipe to bake on repeat!
In St. Louis, August means back-to-school is here. As a mom, this has...
Navigating Social Media as a Mother
How adept are you at navigating social media?
When I’m talking to a new mom, I find myself always giving the same piece of advice:...
