Do you see me? My gallant effort to put one foot in front of the other today. Would you believe a slight smile broke through? Did you see it? Ohhh … I hope you didn't miss it. It was beautiful....
How can a maker space enhance your child’s development?  Kiddie Academy of Des Peres can show you!   Children are natural creators— they’re born ready to make things, sometimes out of unconventional parts. A maker space is designed to tap into this natural curiosity...
If you’ve read any of my recent blog posts, you’ll know I am a huge supporter of local St. Louis businesses! Not only do I make it a priority to shop locally, but I also like to make it...
    Flour plus small hands usually equals a big mess. That may deter some parents from baking with their children, especially when their children are small and may spill easily. But baking in the kitchen with your child is not...
I was reading an intake form for a perspective new coaching client the other day and saw a term on it I had never heard before: “the sandwich generation.”   Do you know what this is?   I did a quick Google search...
In honor of National Rainbow Baby Day, we are sharing this post from 2019.   "Baby?" "Yes, baby."     My daughter had found an old ultrasound of a baby from a few pregnancies ago, and in that moment, I thought about how distant...
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...
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...
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...
  "You’re going to miss this …"   People say this to me all the time as I put my face in my hands as my children run around a public place screaming and pulling on each other. I really appreciate that...

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Mom’s Guide to Thanksgiving

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Thanksgiving is just around the corner and St. Louis Mom has put together the ultimate guide to help you plan for a fun holiday...
two moms with their arms full of clothing as they thrift shop

Thriftmas: A 2-Year Update!