When my daughter was born, we traveled all the time because we lived far away from family, and she flew for free until she was two. By the time she was two, I was a pro at flying with...
Self-Care ... what is self-care?
According to the dictionary ... it is the practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's own health. Another definition is the practice of taking an active role in protecting one's own well-being and...
The first thing most people think of when they think of Florida is Disney World. But for those of us with preschoolers and elementary-aged children who hate lines and crowds and are just generally made anxious by the thought...
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!...
We’ve all been there, haven’t we?
We have set aside vacation time, booked our stays, purchased flights or made the road trips, packed for ourselves and others, planned thoughtful itineraries and ended up on family vacations that are fun...
Looking for a road trip destination? We are re-sharing this post about Omaha that ran in August, 2022, for inspiration!
Another month, another conference for my husband, Andy. This time we found ourselves in Omaha, Nebraska. We hope you find...
How do you help a child to say goodbye?
I've lived in Saint Louis for 30 years. That is pretty much all of my adult life. I raised my children here. I made my friends here. I started my career...
Free Sunscreen! Free Soft Drinks! Free Parking!
If you live in the St. Louis area you have likely heard this enthusiastic chant during the Holiday World commercials on the radio. Curiosity got the best of us and we ventured out for a...
This Arizona travel post was written by Abby Klosterhoff and Candice Meyer!
When two St. Louis mamas plan a Spring Break trip to Arizona roughly one week apart, you know we are going to share all the details— what worked,...
My husband and I made the decision to take a week-long family trip to Washington D.C. in early summer. Plane tickets were purchased, and hotel reservations were made several months in advance (all 100% refundable, of course). There was...
In + Around STL
Eating Out in STL with my Broke Bestie: Hispanic Heritage Month...
My “broke bestie,” aka my tween, and I love trying new foods, and we also love supporting St. Louis immigrant-owned businesses. Hispanic Heritage Month...
