I know Valentine's Day is a day that is highly celebrated between people and their significant others. Now that my child is 2-years-old, I am looking forward to sharing this day with her, too. I am planning to cook...
At the end of this month, I turn the much-fussed-about 40. As a child of 1980, I get the bonus of beginning each new decade with what Hallmark labels a “milestone birthday.” This means I not only get to...
There I was with tears streaming down my face.
"But, I have a supply now!" I told my husband through sobs.
"That's fine, but you don't need to do it," he reassured me. "We can do formula."
It was a long day...
My friend wanted to meet for coffee next week, and I asked if Chick-fil-A was ok so that my two-year-old could hang in the play area. "Sorry," I said, "I'm 43 and still in the toddler stage." She laughed,...
Other than keeping them alive, the most important part of my job as a mom is to raise good people. And in my book, good people are grateful for what they have and find ways to “give back” to...
I am 100% convinced that kids (and their grown-ups) do better when they get outside more. In my particular circle of homeschooling peers, this is a common tenet of educational philosophy that’s backed up with lots of scientific and...
We made it through January! By far the longest month of every year, it seems. With the new year, many people resolve to simplify or better themselves one way or another, but around March, those resolutions are sometimes long...
I spent several years as "Head Room Mom" during our daughter's elementary school years. Signing up every year felt like such a great idea until it was time to actually plan the party. After the first insanely elaborate (and...
Snow days. As soon as I see the weather report of any possible impending snow or ice storm, the anxiety begins to rise. I love my children dearly, but elongated weekends stuck inside are tough. Not to mention the...
Do you and your partner celebrate Valentine’s Day? Are you looking to move beyond chocolates, flowers, or lingerie? Consider giving them the gift of twelve months of dates. If you’re like my husband and me, it’s really easy to...
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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...
