St. Louis Mom

"Five YEARS old?!" Sorry to yell, but I have to, literally, to snap myself back into reality just to grasp how fast that time has gone. You see, my baby (not so much now) is turning five and with that...

Menopause.  A lovely stage of life when our bodies glitch, overheat, transform, and rebel. It's not all a struggle. After all, those pesky periods we've been dealing with since puberty finally stop ... But it's a time to get to know ourselves...

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 my kids and notice mothers taking their babies or young children on a walk. I...

     I have often felt embarrassed to admit the type of books I love to read; my favorite book genre has been a source of embarrassment for far longer than I’d like to admit. The source of this discomfort stemmed...

As soon as a child is able to sit up and grasp a rattle or a spoon, they are ready to make art! This idea might have you running for the hills, but with a little planning and some...

In March, my son celebrated his first birthday, and oh, what a whirlwind of emotions it brought me! Even now, a month later, I find myself trying to put words to all the feelings that his birthday stirred within...

Weather changing. Spring approaching. Let's get the heck out of STL! The beach? SURE- let's go! Sand. Sun. Family in tow. What could go wrong? Literally everything.   Day 2 was blue Not talking about the sky Mama, my tummy hurts. Vomit all around me. Second round of the bug  Are you kidding me? Someone...

If you haven't been to Rooster, what are you waiting for? Their brunch menu will convince you it was worth the trip! They specialize in sweet and savory crepes, sandwiches, and delicious brunch fare. 3150 S. Grand Blvd, St. Louis,...

As parents, we have to have all of the awkward conversations with our kids. Sex. Drugs. Alcohol. Peer Pressure. Mental Health. Bullying. Gun Violence. Technology and Social Media. And we need to start these conversations young. As parents, we need to have all of the awkward conversations with ourselves...

No city loves their baseball team more than STL loves the St. Louis Cardinals! We are re-sharing our best Busch Stadium tips with you in time for the new season!   This year, Opening Day in St. Louis is on Thursday,...