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Ashley Smalley, MS, RD, LD, Dietician, Mercy Hospital When you're pregnant, you need to eat the right foods. After all, you're supporting a growing life. During pregnancy you'll need lots of extras. That includes extra protein, iron, calcium and folic acid. You’ll...

Friends, as much as we love all things ICMB and all seasons of the year, there is a special place in our mom-blogger hearts for the annual Fall Playdates.  That crisp in the air, the leaves under our feet,...

The Kernels love Cedar Rapids and want to spread that love around the community through their new Take the Lead campaign. Take the Lead was created to support local non-profit organizations and community outreach, while enhance the fundraising efforts of...

Iowa City is—in my humble opinion—the best place to love. If you are a couple celebrating your relationship in Iowa City, look no further than your own backyard for a few fun date night ideas – that are also...

Have you visited the new Montessori Nurtury in North Liberty?  If not, then now is the time! We recently spoke with the director, Lillian, about all of the great opportunities this new facility has to offer for your infants...

On days when it’s too cold (hello Iowa winters) or wet (hello Iowa springs) for outdoor play, or your kids are just tired of the snow and rain, there are some awesome local indoor play places where your little...

Preeclampsia is a high blood pressure disorder in pregnancy that affects as many as 500,000 pregnancies in the United States each year. Yet, many people who have not been affected by this potentially fatal disease have never heard of...

Special thanks to our friends at Mercy Iowa City for sharing their stories, advice, and medical knowledge with us.  Today’s story comes from Tori, who is a provider at their office. Fevers in Children:  “I’ve got chills...they’re multiplying!” Fevers are...

Looking for a photographer in the corridor area? Consider checking out Katharyne Dunn Photography!  I had the privilege of chatting with Katharyne about her love of photography and what she has to offer families in our community.  Check out...

Do you feel it?? The days are getting longer and the sunshine warms your skin. Do you hear it?? Kids are giggling and shouting as they play outside in the yard. Do you smell it?? Fresh cut grass and something delicious cooking on...