Connecting Central Iowa Families
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Abbie Sawyer I had the chance to sit down with Abbie Sawyer and her husband Chris LoRang a few weeks ago. Abbie is such a kind soul owner Capital Chiropractic & Rehabilitation Center in the East …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Jamie Barry Today we are spotlighting local mom, business owner, and photographer, Jamie Barry. Jamie and I crossed paths through FemCity Des Moines (of course) and is a regular at the monthly Fem Moms Coffee Connection. …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Jenn Callahan Jenn Callahan is a resource for all expecting moms in the Des Moines area. Jenn holds the role as Manager of Childbirth Education and Doula Services at MercyOne. Jenn’s role is an important one …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Jessica Nelsen We are shining the spotlight on local mom, Jessica Nelsen. Jessica is the co-founder of Sisterhood Soup. The mission behind Sisterhood Soup is something that all women should know about. Learn more about Sisterhood …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Becky Pospisal I am so excited to be spotlighting this amazing mama, Becky Pospisal. Becky is the owner of The Knotty Nail which offers fun DIY workshops and creative artwork. Not only does she own and …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Estee Roe Estee Roe is another sweet mama I had the privilege of meeting through FemCity Des Moines. Her positivity always encourages me to look on the brighter side of things. Learn more about Estee’s business, …
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 …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Andrea Engh Andrea Engh is the local mama and designer behind all the adorable leather, drop earrings in central Iowa. I first became friends with Andrea years ago in a moms group and have enjoyed crossing …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Alissa Swarts This week’s Des Moines Parent Spotlight is on local Des Moines mom, Alissa Swarts. Alissa and I have been Facebook friends for some time now and she has contributed some great blog posts to …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Katie Spellman I absolutely love Katie Spellman! Katie is a local Des Moines photographer who has done some of our amazing family photos. She shares a lot about her photography business below, but she is also …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Sarah Sparks Sarah Sparks and I crossed paths through FemCity Des Moines. The moment I met her, I could feel her uplifting and positive personality. She truly brings a ‘spark’ into everyone’s lives. This local mom …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Laura Lacina I am so excited to introduce to you this local mama, Laura Lacina. I have known her for several years and she used to help with all things Des Moines Parent. She is a …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Lauren Campbell I have known Lauren Campbell for several years through various things and when she became pregnant last year, I was honored to be her postpartum doula. Lauren plays a huge role within the Windsor …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Emily Butterworth I first met Emily Butterworth when I was introduced to Mac & Mia. I quickly fell in love with all the fun clothing options she would send for my children, she is now their …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Jenni Ward Jenni Ward and I go WAY back! Back to our high school days where we worked together at an old classic restaurant, Stella’s Blue Sky Diner. It is funny how people come back into …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Monika Owczarski Monika Owczarski and I have been friends via social media for a long time. One thing we had in common was our love of babywearing! I finally had the opportunity to meet her at a …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Erin Port Anyone have someone they follow on social media and feel like they are your best friend, but you don’t really “know” them? Erin Port fits this description. I came across Erin and her Instagram …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Victor Santos I am very excited for you to learn about this lovely Des Moines dad, Victor Santos, and his family. The Santos family is a multicultural and multilingual family who came to America and has …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Jenn Riggs I first met Jenn Riggs years ago through a Facebook parenting group. One thing that drew me towards her were her outdoor family adventures on social media. Her family was always out hiking and …
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Luke James I came across local dad, Luke James on Instagram. I was instantly drawn to all the topics he posted about parenting. On top of that, I enjoyed following along about his crazy life being …