Local Treasure: 13 Secrets of the Library
I wish I could tell you that, while visiting the public library, I pulled out my newest vampire lit obsession and a secret passageway appeared. I’d really like to tell...
Mommy Confessionals
by Kristin P.
First things first: No mom is perfect. We know it, we say it, we repeat it to ourselves when life isn’t going the way we envisioned it. But for some...
6 Cool Diaper Bag Alternatives
My mission was simple: find a diaper bag that no one will know is a diaper bag. As a new mom, I wasn’t quite ready to rock a Chevron cross-body...
Twin Cities: 2015 Easter Activities!
Macy’s Bunny Brunch Multiple times, dates and locations: The Easter Bunny, a face painter, balloon artist and a fabulous brunch. This annual event is a favorite of so many...
Event Announcement: Bloom – A Growing Family Event presented in partnership with Park Nicollet
We’re more than excited bring you this sponsored event announcement about Bloom: A Growing Family Event presented in partnership with Park Nicollet. Read all about their two newest centers and this...
Keep Calm and Hire a Doula
Doulas are all the rage these days. I even thought about quitting my day job to become one, but I was afraid to talk to my boss about it—teething 9-month-olds...
When your 2 ½ year old daughter tells you she wants to shave her head
by Annie
You try to understand why: Uncle Paul shaves his head, probably because he doesn’t like his hair. (Actually angel, he’s bald, but you’re so sweet.) Do you just want to...
Gestational Diabetes – You’re Not Alone!
by Emily
Let me start out with a disclaimer stating I am, by no means, a professional health expert. You obviously want to talk to a doctor (or other healthcare professional) if...
Find Your Village
by Cari Dugan
The transformation that takes place when a mother gives birth is such a wonder. As soon as my first daughter was born, I was briefly allowed to hold her on...
Field Notes on Sleep: Reminders for My Future Self
I’ve never understood Daylight Savings. For me, it’s in the same category as basic accounting or the Electoral College: some things I’d rather let other people explain while I unconsciously...
Finding Community in Our Neighborhood
by Nichole
I wholeheartedly believe in the importance of community. By community, I mean our actual neighborhood – our buildings, our blocks, those living in close proximity to us. As women and...
How to Care for your Baby’s Teeth {Sponsored Post}
{Metropolitan Pediatric Dental Associates is one of our favorite sponsors! From playdates to great advice, we’re always learning something new. We’re more than happy to share this sponsored post with...
Finding Out Baby’s Gender: What We Did Differently
When my husband and I found out we were expecting our first baby, we immediately launched into a discussion on if we wanted to find out the baby’s gender. My...
The Kid Chef: English Muffin Pizzas & “Ice Cream”
by Emily
This has been my first winter not being able to devote all my time to my toddler. We welcomed a new little man in October, so it’s been a learning...
