Meghann
Meghann is the mom of 5 kids. She is a Lecturer at the University of Iowa School of Journalism and Mass Communication and an Owner/Partner at Brand Driven Digital. Meghann was elected to the Coralville City Council in 2017 and is currently serving her first term. She serves on the Board of Directors of the Coralville Community Food Pantry (Vice-Chair) and on the DVIP Board of Directors. She is also a member of Johnson County's Juvenile Justice and Youth Development Policy Board. Meghann is passionate about her family, her community, and is a proud pop culture nerd.
Fun Fashion Tips for Boys
Before my daughter joined our family, I never ventured into the girls section when shopping for kids clothes. At the time we had 3 boys, and many people commented on how lucky I was...
How I Became A Mother: Through Foster Care and Adoption
I was never nervous about becoming a mother.
I think our friends and family were nervous for me, and I can't say that I blame them. When I was pregnant with my first child, my...
Why I Kept My Pregnancy Off Social Media
When my youngest child was born, many people didn't know I was pregnant until after he arrived. We did our best to keep news of the pregnancy under wraps, even concealing the news from...
Mom Truth: The Joy of Parenting A Teen
When you have as many kids as I do, you learn a thing or two about your parenting strengths and weaknesses. I've learned that I excel at taking care of babies and toddlers. The...
What’s For Dinner? Easy Taco Bar
It’s really hard to find a meal that our entire family will eat. It’s even harder when you’re not the best cook. My remedial culinary skills combined with a lack of time equal a...
How To Plan a Spring Break Weekend Road Trip
The words “Spring Break” bring to mind images of sandy beaches, poolside drinks, and palm trees. Spending a week in paradise does sound appealing, especially after the heavy weight of winter and the dreaded...
Bless This Mess
"DING-DONG!" The sound of an unexpected doorbell ring sends me into a small panic attack.
"Who is at my house?" I wonder, and more importantly—what if I have to let them inside?
My fear of unexpected...
The Most Memorable Valentine’s Day Ever
Love was in the air that day. We were decked out in fancy clothes, getting ready for a very important date. This date had been set months in advance, and we absolutely could not...
I Haven’t Lost My Baby Weight {And Why I Don’t Care}
My son is 10 months old now, and I haven't lost all my baby weight. My inner voice has had plenty to say about this. It's told me I've gone too long, I don't...
The Digital Natives Are Restless | Kids and Technology
One of my favorite book series is George R.R. Martin’s “Game of Thrones.” (Yes, I know I’m a huge nerd.) If you’re aware of the story, then you know the ominous words that are...