Megan
Megan, an Iowa native from West Branch, shares her home with husband Cody, their three kids (Charlie-8 Gwen-6 & Ben-2) and 2 dogs (Dottie- lab-basset mix & Ham-all basset). When she is not smooching on them she is trying to change lives as a social worker, taking walks around their Iowa City neighborhood or cruising in Rita her minivan looking to score deals at local thrift stores. Check our her finds on her Instagram page @megthethriftingqueen.
2020: The Year of the Toilet
2020 was going to be epic.
I had decided now that my kids are older, I was going to introduce them to a long lost love of mine — travel. I was even calling 2020...
Victims of Racism and Sexual Assault: I Will Believe Your Story
I used to volunteer for an organization that worked with women who were survivors of sexual assault. One of my roles was to be with women while they were having their rape kit completed...
Boredom Busters for Mom During Quarantine
I have found myself doing lots of mindless snacking with all the extra time at home since COVID-19 took over our lives. I found I needed to add in some variety to my normal...
An Essential Worker’s Guide to Surviving a Pandemic
Some of us moms are essential workers. This means we are getting up, getting ready, and getting out the door each and every day as if COVID-19 hasn’t taken over the world. We take...
Ten YouTube Channels You Should Be Watching (Best Part It’s Free!)
A while back we cut the cord. Why? We were never watching TV! Our DVR was full and we had no time to catch up. We cut the cord to save a bundle...
Mom Hacks: By Moms and For Moms
While life is grand, it sure can be chaotic as a mom. Since life is definitely too short to do things the long way, I compiled all the ICM writers' favorite mom hacks to...
Is It An Emergency or Not? Where to Go For Medical Care
It’s so hard when your little one is sick and you’re not sure what to do. Recently I went through a scary ordeal with a sick kiddo and a middle of the night ER...
Wondering What to Buy at Costco? 8 Favorite Costco Items
In Coralville tucked behind the interstate is a not-so-hidden gem. Costco offers more than bulk items for offices or a gaggle of kids. While membership is required for this warehouse club, I have found...
15 Indoor Play Places in the Iowa City Area
Looking to beat the heat, get out of the cold, or do something indoors to entertain the kiddos? No matter what season of Iowa weather or motherhood, there are many options for indoor fun...
You Have Your Hands Full
I hear this almost daily. From strangers, coworkers, family. Shopping, at a funeral, on walks with my kids.
They are 3-and-a-half and 1-and-a-half. I do have my hands full. My kids are rambunctious, daring, emotional,...