When I was little, I could not understand why an athlete would make millions of dollars, and teachers seemed to make so little. I have never had a great concept of money, something that is truly so abstract, but...
What does it take to get a girl to say yes?!?
Fifteen years ago today, (August 8) my husband proposed to me.
It was a warm summer evening in Saint Louis. My boyfriend of five years and I had spent the...
Looking for a quick getaway before school starts or over an upcoming long weekend?
Kansas City is the place to go!
Check out our toddler-approved Kansas City list:
Science City
Union Station: 30 W Pershing Rd
This was our favorite spot, hands down!...
Being a parent and an educator gives Rita a deeper insight into the parent-teacher relationship!
I've worked in education my entire life, but there was nothing that could prepare me for my own daughter's first day of Kindergarten last year....
Share these fun, independent science experiments with your kids!
My favorite activities to set up for independent play are what I like to call invitations to explore. Try these simple science ideas with your kids.
What is an Invitation to Explore?
You...
I can’t believe we are finally on a journey to a new school year - back to the future!
The past few years will be listed as the “COVID-19 School Year,” where things were unprecedented, and the entire world had...
Save these hacks for your upcoming road trips!
My children have never been great sleepers and, no matter what I try, are the pickiest eaters. As a mom of three kids born within 20 months of each other, I quickly...
What season of life do you find yourself in?
The days are long, and the years are short. This could not ring more true in this season as I quickly approach forty-five. With another birthday staring at me, I sit in...
Start a half birthday tradition in your family!
Are you looking for an easy tradition to start with your family? One that nearly guarantees cake, smiles, and an easy spin on a classic song? If so, I invite you to...
Organ and blood donation is a cause that is near and dear to my heart. Not only have I had 20 more years with my grandfather, thanks to the generous and selfless gift of a donor and his/her family,...
In + Around STL
2024 St. Louis Mom’s Shop Local Guide
'Tis the season to shop local! The St. Louis Mom team recently gathered for our annual holiday Favorite Things party and exchanged gifts from...
