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Non-Candy Easter Basket Ideas
Check out these Non-candy Easter Basket Ideas sure to make a kid of any age smile!
Doctor’s appointments you should be making this year
Anytime is a great time to begin a check-up routine, and we’re making it easy by telling you who to see and how often in this handy list.
“Mommy needs wine,” a CityMom’s story
CityMom Claire shares her experience with alcohol and the pervasiveness of “mommy wine culture.” Read her vulnerable story here.
Tips for starting a "sober-ish" lifestyle
If you are considering a refresh to your relationship with alcohol, partaking in Dry January, or are simply curious about the “sober-ish” trend, CityMom Claire is sharing her tips for success here.
Cooking skills for kids (by age!)
Preschool to precollege: Here are skills to aim for by age to keep everyone safe, sane, and excited to get cooking!
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.
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!
Guide for parents: Greek life
We’re exploring the world of fraternities and sororities so you have the knowledge and confidence to support your child as they make this important decision.
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!
Summer farmers market tips
Here are our best tips on how to really shop at your farmers market - from BYOB to selecting the best produce and how to get a deal on fresh meat!
Symphony on the Prairie: A full Summer 2024 review
Looking forward to 2024 Symphony on the Prairie concert season? We’ve broken down the entire line-up with what to expect and who to bring!
Our (Midwest-themed) 2024 Summer reading list
From the Great Lakes beaches and pastoral fruit farms to mysterious small towns these books based in flyover states will remind you that midwest really is best.
From casual to chic, copy our fave Mom-fluencers' style!
We’re snagging the style of some of our favorite and most inspiring influencers on Instagram. Try these pieces to create your own looks inspired by mom-fluencers we love!
Graduation gifts for the teens in your life
Whether it is a niece, friend’s child, favorite babysitter, or not-so-little-one of your own, here are some gift ideas to celebrate the grads in your life!
How to build a flower pot for your patio
Our simple method in styling container plants breaks down the intimidation factor at the nursery when selecting plants and makes for beautiful décor throughout the growing season.
How to (really) make a change
Explore practical advice and heartfelt inspiration from CityMom Claire on how to make a tangible difference in your community - and maybe even the world!
Retire the diaper bag: New, small bags we love
IMO the most undercelebrated mama milestone is the day you can leave the house without that huge diaper bag…find some of our fave alternatives here for your big-diaper-bag-free-day!
Best children’s books of 2024 (so far)
Check out our favorite new children's and early reader book picks of 2024…so far!
NA curious? Check out our fave non-alcoholic bevs
If you are looking to make spirits bright but go lighter on the “spirits,” CityMom Claire hit her local “NA” liquor store to check out the options. Here are her faves!
What to read this winter, based on your favorite Barbie
Whether your personal Barbie persona is Weird, Madame President, or even a little bit Midge, we’ve got your next read on this list.