Iowa City

  Mother’s Day is coming up, and it’s easy to feel stumped about what to buy for the women in your life that you love.  I feel like May rolls around and my mind goes completely blank.  So, we’ve rounded...

If you ask a new parent their fears about parenthood, most will talk about disruptions in routine, feeding issues, sleep issues, and general questions about doing the right thing.  I would bet that most new parents would never imagine...

I am a fat girl. And it’s okay. Like mid 90s Ani said, “I ain't no damsel in distress/and I don't need to be rescued.” I got here all by myself, by leading a fairly sedentary life. And you’d better...

Plans are well underway for our 10th (yes, TENTH!) annual Bloom: A Mini Conference for Moms, and as always we are so excited to share this event with you.  We hope you can join us for an amazing afternoon...

  Now that it’s finally spring, it’s finally garage sale season! Read on below for this year’s sales in the Iowa City area: Third Weekend of April Fruitland – April 14-15 Fourth Weekend of April Lone Tree - April 22 Williamsburg –...

In January, we put down Charlie, our eleven year old cocker spaniel mix. Although my husband and I had put down a dog before, and although we were both raised on farms and were well-versed in animal suffering and...

A Football State Unless you are *brand* new to the Iowa City area, you already know that football is king around here. Saturdays at Kinnick stadium, Friday nights at the local high schools, and a downtown covered in black and...

On November 30, 2022, I had my last drink. I thought I was just going to detox for a month, but I don’t think I’ll ever drink again. However, this is NOT an easy decision. After all, we live...

Let's keep it real--most people don't get excited about the idea of buying life insurance. But for many, our recent pandemic may have given you a reason to pause on that thought. People are more likely to buy life...

Our community has many so opportunities for kids to participate in soccer! This guide will help you find the best soccer program for your family in the Iowa City area. From programs for preschoolers through teens, check out these...