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Did you know that September 15-October 15 is Hispanic Heritage month? Here on Iowa City Moms, we will be sharing a number of resources in support of our local hispanic/latinx community. We encourage you to share these resources with...

Now is the time to figure out your Thanksgiving meal plans. Do you want a complete Thanksgiving meal prepared by a store or entirely home-cooked? Only order a turkey or dessert? Do you want to make dinner reservations and...

** Disclaimer...this post is not medical advice.  Please talk to your child's primary care provider about any medical concerns. *** If you have babies, you deal with poop. Sometimes a lot of poop. Sometimes a REALLY lot of poop.  Sometimes...

Last Sunday was Mother’s Day, but to my kids – it was just another day of learning and growing in their skin.  It’s almost always unpleasant – but I’m still grateful and consider myself blessed to be one of...

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...

Iowa City is home to many wonderful businesses! If you're looking to support a variety of businesses and business types, including Black business owners, be sure to check out this guide to Black owned businesses in the Iowa City...

Spring has spring — sort of. In the next few weeks, it should start to feel more springy in the midwest and with it comes plenty of opportunities to gather with friends and family to celebrate the spring season,...

Welcome to Iowa City Moms' Blog's guide to summer camps in the Iowa City area! When school is out for the summer, parents need a safe place for their kids to learn, explore, make memories, and try new things. Of...

“It gets better.” “There’s life after divorce.” These were things said to me in the early-going of the divorce process. I only sort of believed them, and only from the people who had already been there. But I also believed somehow,...

The weather is turning colder and the snow is ready to fly! On those days when it's too cold and icy for outdoor play, or your kids are just tired of the snow, there are some awesome local play...