Fall has *almost* arrived and with it comes fun, autumn-themed, family-friendly events and activities! Start planning with this Guide to Fall Family Events in the Iowa City Area! Get your calendars ready, and choose a few activities to enjoy....
The magic of compound interest is pretty amazing. And it’s something I wish I had known about sooner. I didn’t have much of a financial education as a kid. In my twenties, I felt like I was behind and...
Playgrounds are a wonderful and essential amenity in a community when you have young kids. They’re free, a family friendly place to go, and a perfect way to keep active kiddos busy. This summer my family has made...
“Maybe this is what happens when you grow up. You feel less joy,” Joy- Inside Out 2.
What a profound statement. If you are anything like me, the “Inside Out” franchise gives you all the feels. I sobbed through...
Whether you need a fun date night, a night out with friends, or a chance to take the kids to see a great movie, there are tons of free and cheap options in and around Iowa City this summer...
Garage sale season is in FULL swing, friends! If you love a bargain, and/or you're looking for somewhere to take your little ones to kill some time now that school is out, read on below for this year’s sales...
So – I don’t mean to sound ungrateful, because I recognize that the journey that my wife and I took to become parents was convoluted and emotionally trying at times. But man…momming is HARD! Who’s with me? We are...
Summer has arrived! And while it's all fun and games for the kids, let's face it: the "summer slide" is a REAL THING. Many kids fall back in big ways over the summer months, and as parents we are...
Plans are well underway for our 11th annual Bloom: Mini Conference for Moms, and as always we are so excited for this event! This year's Co-Hosts are University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital, Team Iowa Physical Therapy, and...
Are you considering moving to Iowa City? Are you already a resident of this fabulous place and planning a move to a new area of town in the area?
With the help of The Bails Team at Urban Acres Real...