I always felt like I dodged a bullet with my boys' allergies. I found out about each of their allergies when they were nine months old. My older son developed a rash around his mouth after eating yogurt. I...
Only a short 12 months ago, I believed my own lies: My baby will never have a wild streak. My baby will always listen to me.  My baby will never hit me, my husband, the dog, or anything in her path.  Within the past month, we've...
You may have a love/hate relationship with the freckles that cover your skin, but they’re harmless. When you’re covered with moles like I am, that’s a whole different story. May is Melanoma Awareness Month, and as someone who’s had...
I'm breastfeeding. I'm hungry. I love cookies. What about some delicious and lactation friendly, homemade cookies?  With these cookies I (and my baby!) get all the amazing benefits from oats, such as fiber, protein and vitamins; but also the healthy...
My tech-expert husband has made it his mission to fill our home with the best smart home products to help streamline our lives.  God bless him.   The streaming devices we have on all our TVs are great, as are the...
“Can I pick up a latte for you on my way over?” she texts, as I frantically clean before our playdate was scheduled to begin. “No thanks!” I respond, mindlessly stuffing the remnants of the breakfast aftermath into the...
I am a mom of two boys with a third baby on the way. Up until a week ago, I was convinced this new little one would be a boy. WRONG. We are having a GIRL! We couldn't be...
The holiday season offers no shortage of reasons to celebrate, so check out some of my favorite festive drinks to enjoy with friends and family (or by yourself, no judgment here!) And because I wouldn’t want anyone to miss...
A few years ago, when I found myself transitioning into the role of a single mother, I made myself a promise. I decided that I would never lead my daughter to believe that she was in any way responsible...
In the age of social media, it’s hard to find a mom that is not part of a parenting-related group on Facebook. Typically, these groups consist of women with similar interests or parenting styles sharing stories, advice, funny pictures...

In + Around STL

Mom’s Guide to Thanksgiving Events and Activities

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The whole family is together for the long holiday weekend, what is there to do around the St. Louis area? We have pulled together...
two moms with their arms full of clothing as they thrift shop

Thriftmas: A 2-Year Update!