I have always enjoyed physical activity. I played sports throughout my younger years, took a few dance lessons here and there, and taught fitness classes when I was in my 20s. As a twenty-something, I could pause my activities...
When I found out I was pregnant with our very unexpected third child, my mind took a moment to celebrate and daydream about this crazy next step in our journey. But, as any multiple-kid household can attest, your mind...
My youngest son started kindergarten last week and I’m feeling all the typical feels. For starters, I am lamenting the end of an era: the memories of meandering morning strolls and afternoon playdates fade into the archives as my...
There’s nothing like the excitement of seeing that positive line appear on a pregnancy test. Congratulations! Visions of nursery decor start to dance in your head and the undesirable side effects of the first trimester might be the last...
...that is the question that every new mom or mom-to-be asks herself, her partner, her girlfriends, and even the internet (is there anything we haven’t googled?). And SPOILER ALERT: there is no one “right” answer for everyone. So, why...
I'm discovering that life is a balancing act with most of us moms. That might mean trying to balance your household, work, friends, relationships, or traumas. It’s interesting to see that although as women we have many differences, there...
St. Louis Moms Blog hosted our first event connecting moms and kiddos today, August 23 at Kirkwood Public Library! We had a wonderful time getting out from behind our computers to meet some awesome moms in our community. The...
As a first time parent, I wasn’t fully aware of all the rashes, diseases, or anything else that little babies and kids can catch. I mean, I had chicken pox at the age of 12, so what do I...
I've always been a worker bee. If I don't have anything to clean or organize, I'll do yard work, or help out a family member or friend. Cleaning has always been very soothing for me. It's how I work...
Some time ago I was at the park with some moms and their kids. Everything was going fine, until all the kids lost their minds at the same time. You know how it goes, one kid starts acting out...
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St. Louis Mom 7th Annual Donuts with Santa: A Sleighing Good...
Santa came to town on December 7 for our 7th annual Donuts with Santa event and we feel so lucky to have spent it...
