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Grief and Children at the Holidays
The loss of a loved one can make an already hectic holiday season feel impossible. CityMom Claire shares her story and how she plans to guide her kids through this first season, and all the ones to come.
1 Year Old Stocking Stuffer Ideas
For parents of one year old’s, filling their stockings with age-appropriate gifts can be a fun challenge. To help inspire you, we sourced our CityMoms members and curated a list of ideas for you to consider.
Midwest Holiday Fun - That’s Totally Worth the Drive
There’s no season like snow szn in the Midwest! Whether you want to see spectacular light displays, meet Santa, enjoy holiday-inspired treats, or check out new places to explore and shop, (or all of the above!) we’ve got them for you here.
Our #1 Holiday Must-Do? Jingle Rails at the Eiteljorg Museum
The holidays are here, and there’s so much to do and see around Indianapolis. We’ve done them all, so trust when we say: The Eiteljorg Museum Jingle Rails is a must.
The Top Holiday Performances in Indianapolis
This month always brings a fun array of holiday performances. From the Nutcracker to Yuletide by the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, there’s lots to choose from for date night, family night, or ‘me’ night.
First-timer’s Guide: Visiting the Carmel Christkindlmarkt
Planning your first-ever outing to the Carmel Christkindlmarkt? We’re going to break down each of the unique market experiences and what to expect in this first-timer’s guide!
Not Just Another Christmas Carol, 3 Ways to Enjoy the IRT
We know you’re knee-deep in holiday fanfare but don’t let the season pass without taking in A Christmas Carol at the IRT. It’s not just another night out, trust us.
Turkey 101: How to Shop, Prep, and Roast
We’re still hiding Halloween candy, but the Thanksgiving chatter is already underway. This year we’re keeping it simple with CityMom Claire’s full-proof method for a perfect showstopping turkey!
Real Talk: How My Husband and I Decided on His Vasectomy
In today’s “Real Talk,” CityMom Kira shares how she and her husband decided which permanent birth control option was best for them.
Postpartum Anxiety and Me: A Citymom’s Story
CityMoms Kristina’s story seeks to normalize conversations and empower moms to seek support for postpartum depression and anxiety. Read her experience here.
Breastfeeding Didn’t Work for Me: A Citymom’s Story
As a first-time mom, Britny was frequently asked, “Do you plan to breastfeed?” The answer at the time was simple - she was going to try. Read her story here.
Discovering I Had Postpartum Depression: A CityMom’s Story
In continuing our postpartum series, CityMom Morgan recounts the moment she realized what she was experiencing was postpartum depression. Read her story here.
Alexa, Add to Cart: Must-Haves for Flying With Kids
Air travel can be stressful, and we’re dropping our absolute must-haves for flying with kids here!
CityMom’s Top Picks: Air Purifiers for Babies
We're breaking down all of the dirty deets and sharing the air purifiers we rec to clean up things like pet dander, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and other airborne contaminants.
Not Just for Kids: 10 Ways Adults Can Have Fun at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis is not just a place for kids to have fun, but where adults can also unleash their inner child. We have 10 ways right here…
Hospital Bag Must-Haves for Mom and Baby
Whether prepping for your first baby or your third, we’re narrowing down what to pack in your delivery-day bag so you can relax and “add to cart,” stress-free!
10 Tips for Planning a Family Photoshoot
We tapped our in-house photography pro - hi Britny! - to tell us how to help make your next photoshoot a success before you’ve even arrived. Get her 10 tips here.
Guide for parents: Greek life
So your college kiddo wants to go Greek? We’re breaking down the world of fraternities and sororities so you don’t have to.
Our fab 5 baby slings for breastfeeding
Whether you're petite, tall, or somewhere in between, we're sharing our favorite baby slings for all shapes and sizes that make getting a good latch for feeding super easy. Read on!
10 Family-Friendly Camping Spots for Your Midwest Adventure
We have compiled our top ten camping spots for you to have the best family adventure in the Midwest this summer!

