Spending time playing and swimming in the water is a cherished summer tradition, and for good reason: it’s fun! Unfortunately, we all know that swimming comes with its own dangers.       St. Louis Mom and our partner, Foss Swim School, want...
Talking about sex drive is still as taboo as discussing politics at Aunt Karen’s birthday party.   That’s because sex drive is complicated, to say the least. So many factors play into a woman’s desire to have sex, including:   Hormones Relationship...
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My Corona Lessons

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Almost two years ago, I was texting with my cousin (who is a doctor), asking her if this coronavirus thing was really worth canceling events. Looking back, I feel completely ridiculous even having asked that question now.   In that time,...

Head above Water

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“How are you keeping your head above water during such a hard time?” I have gotten that question time and time again. After having three children in four years and an international move in the middle, we decided we should...
Strap yourself in for the roller coaster of motherhood— it’s one heck of a ride!   As a kid, I loved roller coasters. I loved the speed and thrill of going high into the sky and then immediately dropping. It was...
Let’s Talk About Sex Drive with Therapist, Mika Ross!   STLMom is partnering with Legacy Physical Therapy to present our first annual Sexual Health Awareness Week. Legacy Physical Therapy helps women at all stages of their lives with their pelvic health....
 September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.      “Your child has cancer.” These are four of the scariest words a parent could hear out of a doctor’s mouth. Every 3 minutes, parents hear these words. From that moment on, they are thrown into...
It’s National Disaster Preparedness Month, and while you might not be prepping for a disaster, moms are always prepping their environments to keep their children safe. Prepping should also include learning the skills you need in case an emergency...
Life with food allergies is something I've dealt with since early childhood. Growing up, I had adverse reactions whenever exposed to my allergens but never knew how to put it into words for my parents. I did not get...
What final thoughts of 2020 have you been left harboring?     I struggled with what to write as my first post for the year. I wanted to start with a dynamic and heartfelt post. I felt obligated to join in the...

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VOTE for the Winner of the 2024 St. Louis Mom-Owned Business...

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Thank you to those who nominated your favorite local businesses or applied yourself! and THANK YOU to Burn Boot Camp for making this grant...