It's a great sense of self-confidence that has helped Amber navigate the world of television journalism in an era of social media. This month we feature Indy Style's Amber Hankins in the Momlight!

Wherever your shopping dollars take you, it's the small businesses of Indianapolis that make our city shine. Here's our Shop Local Guide to small businesses we love to peek + patron:

What IS it about the holidays that makes me want to dive head-first into like allll the Nutcracker performances I can handle? If you're like me, this guide is totes for you too.

There are people completely against even mentioning the "C" word any earlier than after Thanksgiving. But not us: We celebrate Christmas in November.

With all the festivities, shopping, skating and kinder-fun, it's clear the Carmel Christkindlmarkt organizers have brainstormed every element that matters.

As a kid I assumed my birth mom was probably a princess locked up in a tower and therefore unable to raise me. I'm adopted and this is my story.

From Newfields' Winterlights to Lights at the Brickyard, we've witnessed some truly impressive holiday light displays in Indianapolis. Here's a roundup:

The Teal Pumpkin Project is popping up all over at events and neighborhood Facebook pages in Indianapolis. Here are some easy ways to participate:

I love traditional Halloween fun, but as my kids have gotten older, they want something a little different. Here's a list of unique events in Indianapolis:

Local influencer Sierra Holmes combined her love of fashion, writing, and plus-size women when she launched her blog, Eclectic Kurves. Now it's a must-read.

Growing up, my mom encouraged creativity.. but now the Creativity Crisis reports American creativity has declined, with 5-6 year olds suffering most.

Thru October 31st, the Children's Museum of Indianapolis "Hotel of Spells" Haunted House will be open for family-friendly scary Halloween fun #atTCM.

The revitalized Tarkington Park is inspired by the ultra-sleek parks found in other major US cities and is a must-visit location for Indianapolis residents.

It probably comes as no shock that one of the most common asks in our CityMoms community is: What apps do you use to manage your family? Here's a list:

Look, we love the classes that our CityKids love. But when it's time for a change - when you want something truly different and unique - it's good to have a list.

Best fitness classes for women in Indianapolis? Well there are a lot, but we're breaking down our favorite six to try.

When Julie Heath relocated to Indianapolis, she asked the only person she knew for help. He recommended the Speak Easy. And that led Julie on a journey. #Momlight

In honor of September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we felt it important to look at the hows, whys and ways to help. Grab some kleenex...

Let’s discuss the five roles we play in motherhood on the daily: Five roles that keep us busy, and working for some of the neediest clients on the planet.

When I meet people for the first time, most assume I’ve been parenting these kids for a while. They're not all mine though: This is my story as a stepmom.