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Talking with your kids about history: The Holocaust
While most educators recommend waiting until 6th grade to begin talking with kids about the Holocaust, it's good to be prepared earlier should they ask.
Where do kids eat free in Indianapolis? :: GUIDE
Kids can eat free in Indianapolis every day of the week. To prove it, we rounded them up in one spot. {BONUS: It's printable!} #Sponsored by Books & Brews.
When is a child ready for kindergarten in Indiana? From a mom who is still not sure.
When are kids ready for kindergarten? Is this new Indiana lawmaker push for a mandatory enrollment at age 5 the right call? #OpEd
Quarantined to my house: The flu edition
I’m currently on Day Three of quarantine, because my toddler has the flu. And the baby a cough. And there's teething. Time for some self-care:
Foster care and Children's Bureau :: The Parker Family story
Serving as a foster family wasn’t in the Parker family’s plans. But faith had a different one. Here's a firsthand look at foster care and Children's Bureau.
You were someone before you were a mom
So much of my identity now is being a mom to my son... but as the quote reads “You were someone before you were their mom. And that person MATTERS."
Cereal Cinema :: CityMoms Report
Indy Film Fest's Cereal Cinema presents family-friendly flicks on various Saturday mornings thru the year. And yes, cereal is included. #Perfect
'Twas the night before going back to school...
‘Twas the night before going back to school at our house,EVERY creature was stirring, even the dog for the dollhouse! The clothes had been laid to wear the next day, With denial that the school bus would again come their way.
ALDI Store Tour :: theCityMoms event recap
It took some planning and maneuvering but we managed to send a huge group of CityMoms to learn ALDI Shopping 101 thru a store tour. The verdict? A blast.
Mess free finger painting: DIY kid art you'll actually keep
I found an easy, fun, mess-free art DIY kid project that will be so pretty, you’ll want to hang it up. Sound too good to be true? Girl, I got you.
Backstage Pass at Civic Theatre :: CityMoms Report
The Backstage Pass Tour is a special behind-the-scenes look at the Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre on and off-stage operations. It also teaches kids proper theater etiquette or 'how to be the best theater visitor.'
9 Things I want my daughter to know
You are responsible for your own happiness. You are beautiful. What are the 7 "other things I want my daughter to know." Heather shares this:
It's okay to cry mom.
I will teach my boys to be strong. But I'll also know that it's okay to cry mom. #Confessional
Why I say my child’s name {my miscarriage story}
I walked out of the bathroom that evening, pregnancy test in hand. Everything seemed to be falling into place for us... Fast forward 4 weeks, the baby was gone.
3 reasons winter water safety is important
Sure it's snowing. But there are many reasons why water safety should be a year-round affair, including in the winter. #sponsored
6 Reasons to do girls night at the Yelp Indy Totally Bazaar
The biggest, holiday pop-up shopping party of the year is back: The Yelp Indy Totally Bazaar! Here are 6 reasons why it makes the perfect girls night out:
The busy mom's guide to surviving the holidays
"I think as mothers we have this crazy expectation that we need to do everything {unrealistic!}, and even more so during the busy bustle of the holidays." #truth
Where to find the Grinch in Indianapolis this season
Is the Grinch rivaling Santa for the number of events in Indianapolis this year? It's quite possible. Here's a full list of Grinchy-inspired fun. #hosted
Celebration Crossing at the Indiana State Museum :: CityMoms report
So. much. to. see. at the Indiana State Museum this holiday season and Celebration Crossing is sure to top the list of your holiday favorites!
"You're not doing enough" :: Mom pressure is real
"I should be there." "I'm not doing enough." CityMom Jeannie explores the pressure we moms have that comes from all angles. Can we handle it all?