Waiting On My Therapist’s Bill
I have been seeing my therapist for years. Actually, it’s longer than I can really remember. I have never received a bill. I am still waiting. Our visits aren’t necessarily scheduled,...
When Anxiety and Depression Come Home
by Kristin P.
Two weeks. That’s how long it’s been since I thought I could tell when someone was happy rather than hurting. How long it’s been since I thought depression and anxiety...
A Mom’s Perspective on the Flint Hills International Children’s Festival
{Disclosure: We’re thrilled to partner with our sponsors The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts to tell you all about their annual event: Flint Hills International Children’s Festival, happening this weekend....
Baby’s First Playlist
by Daci Platt
While I was pregnant with my daughter, the song “Take Me to Church” came out. I followed its ride from The Current, to SNL, and eventually to ubiquity. While I was...
Summer Adventure Notebooks
Summer is my favorite time of year. It used to be Fall, and I still love the colors, the crunching leaves and walking through Highland Park with coffee, but now...
6 Simple, Fun Ways to Get Your Kiddos Involved in the Kitchen
by Melissa
Am I alone when I say that the 4-5 o’clock hours of the day, heck, maybe even 4-6 o’clock, can be the most challenging of them all? The kids...
Summer Park Hop Series Sponsored by Northwestern Mutual
Get outside and explore the best parks and meet new friends during our Summer Park Hop Series sponsored by Jesse Bergland of Northwestern Mutual! Events will kick off June 16th at the new...
Asking for Help
by Cari Dugan
I’ve never liked asking for help. I mean does anyone really? When my kid’s were really tiny, (all three under five-tiny), life was crazy and chaotic. I honestly could have...
Baby Swimming Tips to Keep Kids Safe & Mamas Sane
by Kate Awsumb
It’s like the transition from carefree grabbing your keys and running out your door to the rigmarole that is preparing to leave the house with a baby. Swimming with a wee one is...