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Preparing for Your Newborn Photoshoot
Even though they’re newborn photos, typically the whole family will jump in for photos at some point so you’ll want to start thinking about what everyone will wear. Here are some tips to get you started!
Babyproofing Made Easy: 10 Tips to Keep Your Baby Safe
When you're a first-time parent, it's easy to feel overwhelmed with the responsibility of keeping your little safe. Here are 10 tips for babyproofing made easy!
CityMom Picks: Best Car Seat for Tall Toddlers
Finding the best car seat that checks all of the boxes can be tough, especially when you have a tall toddler. Lucky for you, we love a challenge and we’ve found the perfect car seat for you!
7 Must Haves for Tailgating: The Ultimate Tailgate Packing List for Football Season
Fall is here and that means so is tailgate season. Get all of the essentials with this packing list loaded with our game-day faves!
Fall Baby Photoshoot Ideas: From a Photographer
CityMom (and staff photog) Britny is here to give you some tricks and tips on how to get those fun Fall photos whether you have a newborn or a one-year-old.
7 Ways to Help a NICU Mom
NICU journeys are an emotional rollercoaster. Here are 7 things that you can do to help and support the NICU mama you know on that bumpy ride.
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.
How to Care for a C-Section Wound After a Cesarean
Think c-section recovery is all about rest? There’s more to it. Here’s what I discovered about caring for my incision after a cesarean and what really worked.
Citymom Britny Shares: Best Bottles for Tongue Tie
CityMom Britny’s second son Mack was born with a tongue tie. She shares bottles that worked for them, plus what to know when shopping for your own tongue-tied babe.
St. Louis With Kids: 7 Free Things to Do
Pack your bags and hit the road, because you don’t want to miss these seven free things to do in St. Louis with kids.
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!
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.
We Found Them: Best Backpacks for the New School Year
Ready for school, ready for anything. We tested the best backpacks for school that crush comfort, organization, and style - because your student deserves a bag that can keep up.
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!
Dorm Room Decor Ideas and Essentials for College Guys
Sending your guy off to college? We’ve rounded up the best dorm room essentials, storage hacks, and decor ideas to help him actually love his space. Click here for mom-approved ideas that make dorm life easier.
First-Timer’s Guide to the Indiana State Fair
Get ready for a day filled with excitement, unique exhibits, and all things Hoosier. We’ve got everything you need to know, plus some pro tips from our CityMoms, in this ultimate first-timer’s guide.
Preparing a Girl for Her First Period
CityMom Claire helps prepare you - to prepare your daughter -for her first period through a plan, products, and solidarity!
Back-to-School Checklist and Easy Annual Sports Physicals Guide
We know you want to make sure your child is set for a successful school year, and an absolute must on their B2S checklist should be an annual sports physical!
10 Best City Attraction Passes to Explore and Save
Skip the ticket-line chaos and save your cash - city attraction passes are the travel hack every parent needs. One pass, endless museums, parks, and must-sees. Here are our faves!

