Carol Kerber

Carol Kerber
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Carol is married with four kids, who range in age from 10 to 20-years-old. She moved to St. Louis when she was 12, and except for four years living in Southern California as a newlywed, she’s lived here since. As a Mizzou graduate, Carol began her post-college career in publishing, and then switched gears to teach early elementary. Since having kids, she has been lucky enough to stay home with them. The Kerbers call Castlewood Stables in Ballwin their home, and all of their neighbors run around on four legs. While this lifestyle seems a bit foreign to her nature, being part of the STL Mom team is just the opposite. Carol has always loved to write but had never really given that dream wings until now. Being part of the St. Louis Mom team fulfills both the editor and writer in her spirit, and she gets to write about what she knows best: being a mom.
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Christmas: Giving Kids the True Santa Experience

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This post originally ran in 2022.   "Santa is real, but not who you think." Now that my youngest knows the “truth” about Santa, I want to shift our mindset toward the holidays. The “truth” that they each...

‘Tis Always the Season for the Missouri Poison Center

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The holiday season is quickly approaching– heck, some enthusiasts consider it already here! Regardless of whether you pull out the holiday decor in September or December, it's important to remember that amid our traditions...

New Moms to St. Louis Guide to Childcare

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New to the area and looking for the perfect childcare option for your littles? Here are a few great options in each region. For a more comprehensive list, check out our St. Louis Mom...

Dorm Items for your College Kid: Keep it Simple-ish, But Cozy

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With back-to-school around the corner, we’re resharing our post about the dorm items that will make your child’s room cozy!   Do you have a high school senior heading to college in the fall?  It may...
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An Exhausted Mom’s Intro to Sleep Apnea

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Apparently, I snore. It started during my pregnancy years and has slowly gotten worse. I didn’t think much of it— I just considered it to be another one of those ways my body changed after having...
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8 Common Scenarios that Call For The Missouri Poison Center

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  When scrolling social media, how often do you see posts seeking medical advice or information? Asking friends, acquaintances, or others in parent groups gives us quick feedback and a feeling of community. People often...

St. Louis Mom Guide to Resources for Families in Need

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It takes a village. Understanding when you need help and where to get it is essential. St. Louis Mom wants to help you find the resources you need to support your family. Parenting doesn’t...

College Revisited: Can You Go Home Again?

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My oldest transferred to Mizzou this semester and I tagged along to help move him in. I wasn't prepared for the onslaught of memories as we pulled up to North Hall, which is right...

St. Louis Mom Local Storytime Guide

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  Afterwords Books 441 E. Vandalia Street, Edwardsville, IL 62025 Storytime: Saturdays at 11 am through Goshen Market season     Barnes + Noble 6510 N. Illinois Street, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 Storytime: Saturdays at 10 am Starting in OCTOBER     Blossom Play Cafe 2...
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Reliving Your Worst Nightmares: A Local Family’s Story

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May your worst nightmares go unvisited ...   It was a Sunday evening.   I was loading up the last of the dishes, my sudsy hands trembling as my daughter called out in desperation.   I, too, called out...