2017 Neighborhood Groups Survey
by Dawn Lenio
We are so happy that you’re involved as a member of one of our Neighborhood Groups! Each group is run by 2-4 volunteer moms (called “Mombassadors”) who live in that...
Down Syndrome Awareness: Answering Your Child’s Questions
by Erin Statz
Everywhere we go, all eyes are usually on us. Sometimes, I like to try to guess what people are thinking. I look nothing like my children, so I think maybe...
Respecting the Young Introvert in Your Home
by Maureen Zhao
“Stay away from me! I was not made to be around people!” Those were actual words that came from our six-year old’s mouth as his cousins played with him one...
Choose Your Own Adventure
Let me begin by telling you that I am one of those weirdoes who actually likes change. In fact, I crave it. Believe me, I know the value of routine...
Coffee: Happiness in a Mug
My husband recently questioned a common theme around motherhood… Cold coffee. And guess what ladies? He has a solution, and it’s something he wants me to share with all you...
How to Talk to Your Grieving Friend
by Leah Pihlaja
{Photo credit: Ben White on Unsplash} In the past year, I’ve learned a lot about death, life… and life after death. I’ve learned that it’s real, and I’m not talking...
Hey, Wait Up!
by Amber Harder
How long does it take you to leave the house? For some reason lately, it’s taking my three kids and me longer and longer and longer to leave the house....
Those Whispers in the Night
by Cari Dugan
Before my oldest daughter was born, my expectations of myself as a Mama were as large and grandiose as my swollen belly. I imagined that I’d be so many things: ...
The Bittersweet End of Summer in Minnesota
“I miss snow,” my son declared from the backseat. “Bite your tongue,” I thought to myself as we absorbed the hot summer day. It was only months ago that we...
A Guide to the Jewish High Holidays
by Daci Platt
The state fair is over. You wore a cardigan yesterday. TARGET HAS HALLOWEEN CANDY. The holidays are officially here. Time to break out grandma’s brisket recipe and muster up enthusiasm for apples...
Clothe Yourself with Confidence with Zuma Blu
We all know the struggle to find clothing that works well with motherhood. We want to be comfortable and ready to take on anything, but we also want to be...
4 Things to Focus On for Family Photos
September in Minnesota heralds the arrival of a new school year, football season and beautiful colors. It’s also the time of year when many moms decide to corral everyone for...