Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Tim Paluch Tim Paluch and I have never formally met, but have worked together on a few things for Des Moines Parent. Recently, another parent reach out to me and recommended Tim Paluch to be a spotlight. I was so excited to have a dad tell their story on our series. Learn more about Tim's role at the Des Moines Public Library, his triplets, and some of his Des Moines favorites....
A Bucket List Experience at the Valle Drive-In Drive-in movie theaters are few and far between. In Iowa, there are only five including the Valle Drive-In located in Newton, Iowa. My parents remember clearly going to the drive-in theater. Myself on the other hand only experienced it through Grease, one of my all-time favorite movies. This summer I knew I would rectify that experience. We grabbed the kids so they could cross off this bucket...
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Eva Helps Eva and I have been friends for a few years and I am so glad this talented mama is in my life! Eva owns Helps Homestead that creates custom beautiful, home decor. Eva and her husband have built two loft beds for my kids. Learn more about Eva, her family, and business below. Give us a little background of your family and personal life! How many kids do you...
Omaha a Family Fun Destination Omaha, Nebraska is not too far from the 515. Just about two hours away, it is easy to hop into the car for a long weekend or even a day getaway. I am excited to share with you some of my Omaha favorites that are perfect for family fun of all ages. Lodging If you choose to make an entire weekend of fun in Omaha, you will need a great...
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Kimberly Isburg Kimberly Isburg is a local mom and fellow postpartum doula! We first crossed paths at a FemCity Des Moines event and I was so excited to hear that she was working to become a certified postpartum doula also. Not only is she passionate about supporting women after birth, but she is also a birth story writer. She is helping moms everywhere to help tell and celebrate their birth story....