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Top 10 mother-daughter date ideas (from a pre-teen’s POV)
CityKid Emerson is breaking down a list of her favorite mom-and-me activities! Read it with your not-so-mini-anymore-mini and snag a few ideas for your future “dates.”
Real Talk: How My Husband and I Decided on His Vasectomy
In today’s “Real Talk,” CityMom Kira shares how she and her husband decided which permanent birth control option was best for them.
Hospital Bag Must-Haves for Mom and Baby
Whether prepping for your first baby or your third, we’re narrowing down what to pack in your delivery-day bag so you can relax and “add to cart,” stress-free!
The broken mom: A raw letter to my dear daughters
"I am afraid that my brokenness will break you as I don’t know if what I am doing is right." This is a letter to my daughters.
Galentine’s Day Date Ideas in Indianapolis
We know Valentine’s Day gets all of the attention when February rolls around, but we want to chat about lovin’ on the amazing gal pals in your life. Here are a few Galentine’s Day date ideas for an outing in Indianapolis!
Level up your self-care: How to date yourself with Aisha Rose
Guest author Aisha Rose takes a look at why dating yourself should be a constant in your self-care toolkit. Read more here.
Must-have family memberships in Indianapolis
What memberships are best for your crew? We crowd sourced the best family memberships in Indiana from our CityMoms and well, here's a whole rundown:
Top 25 things to do on a snow day
While we may not have seen much of it yet in the Midwest, a lot of our friends across the country are experiencing greater-than-normal chilly days and buckets of snow. Keep the kids - and yourself - sane with these fun ideas!
Editor’s picks: 5 winter skincare must-haves
From the Editor: I’ve spent years looking for hydrating, portable, and easy-to-use products to combat my winter skincare woes. And because I’m no gatekeeper, you can find them all here!
“Mommy needs wine,” a CityMom’s story
CityMom Claire shares her experience with alcohol and the pervasiveness of “mommy wine culture.” Read her vulnerable story here.
Doctor’s appointments you should be making this year
Anytime is a great time to begin a check-up routine, and we’re making it easy by telling you who to see and how often in this handy list.
Tips for starting a "sober-ish" lifestyle
If you are considering a refresh to your relationship with alcohol, partaking in Dry January, or are simply curious about the “sober-ish” trend, CityMom Claire is sharing her tips for success here.
How to treat that post-holiday (mental health) hangover
Whether you are surviving, thriving, or a combination of the two, the holiday season throws us all off our day-to-day routine. We’ve come up with a few ways to help you start recovering.
We're celebrating bicultural holidays. And yeah, it's tough.
Turns out the way you grew up doing Christmas most likely is not the way your neighbor did it, let alone someone from a different culture. CityMom Jeannie talks with her husband about his Christmas traditions of growing up in Venezuela.
Cozy Up: A Guide to Igloo Dining in Indianapolis
Aching to get in on the outdoor igloo dining trend? Here’s a full list where to find igloos in Indianapolis:
Holiday traditions: CityMoms edition
The most meaningful traditions can be as simple as a movie, a pie, or even a shoe. Our CityMoms shared these and more when we asked: What are your favorite holiday traditions?
What (not) to gift this holiday season
While there are plenty of “do’s” when gift giving, there are certainly more “don’ts” and we asked gifting goddess Laura Neville of Gifted Co. Curated Gifts to cover them all here.
Grief and children at the holidays
The loss of a loved one can make an already hectic holiday season feel impossible. CityMom Claire shares her story and how she plans to guide her kids through this first season, and all the ones to come.
Not just another Christmas Carol, 3 ways to enjoy the IRT
We know you’re knee-deep in holiday fanfare but don’t let the season pass without taking in A Christmas Carol at the IRT. It’s not just another night out, trust us.
3 tips for the perfect charcuterie platter
Bite-sized foods at your fingertips and a presentation that looks more sophisticated than it really is? A charcuterie platter is perfect for every party.