Now that school is back in session, it’s time to make plans to keep your kids busy and out of trouble on Early Out days. We’ve rounded up some of Des Moines’s best activities for keeping kids ages six and…
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Information about childcare for kids in Des Moines, IA
No Sweat! 5 Fitness Centers That Offer Activities 4 Kids in Des Moines
Updated February 2020. You and your kids can get your sweat on at a local fitness center that offers up kid’s programs and childcare services. The following five fitness centers in Des Moines, inspire kids and parents to get fit…
Read MorePre-Kindergarten Programs 4 Kids in Des Moines
Updated July 15, 2019 One of the most critical decisions we will make as a parent is determining when and where to begin our child’s formal education. Having had two fall babies, both who just missed the school cut-off date,…
Read MoreDrop In & Go: Flexible Childcare Options in Des Moines
Whether you work at home, work from home or commute to a job, having flexible childcare options is a necessity for busy parents. No matter what your situation, a time will come that you need to get some stuff done…
Read MoreWhat to Pack 4 Summer Camp
Sleepaway camp can be a lot of fun, especially if you are prepared! Involve your child in the packing process and begin packing several weeks in advance to avoid last minute shopping trips. The camp may give you a list…
Read MoreYouth Groups & You: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa
The Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) Mission is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”)…
Read MoreVacation Bible School in Des Moines
Find 2021 Summer Camp info. here. Summer is just around the corner and many Des Moines area churches are getting ready for Vacation Bible School. If you are looking for ways to keep the kids busy once school is out,…
Read MoreYouth Groups & You: Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
The promise of Camp Fire is Young people want to shape the world. Camp Fire provides the opportunity to find their spark, lift their voice, and discover who they are. In Camp Fire, it begins now. Light the fire within. Camp Fire…
Read MoreYouth Groups & You: Boys & Girls Club of Central Iowa
The mission of the Boys & Girls Club of Central Iowa (BGCCI) is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. BGCCI provides after-school, school…
Read MoreWhat’s the Difference Between a Nanny and Au Pair?
Okay, I confess, I used to think only celebrities and the 1% hired a nanny. Folks that could afford a chef, a driver and other staff to take care of their household chores. However, after talking to other parents and…
Read MoreA Few Good Babysitters: Finding Care 4 Your Kids in Des Moines
Finding a good babysitter seems to be one of life’s biggest challenges as a parent. It’s like finding cute comfortable shoes. You know they exist, but they’re not easy to find! Not that I’m asking for much…someone who lives nearby,…
Read MoreQuestions to Ask About Summer Camp Before Enrolling
I know, I know it’s only February, but it is time to start thinking about what to do with the kids for the summer. If you are like many Central Iowa parents, you must find programs where your child will…
Read MoreIs Preschool 4 Play or Academics?
When it comes time to enroll in pre-school, not only are parents looking for a safe and nurturing environment for their little darling, they also need to think about school philosophy and classroom methods. In recent years, there has been…
Read MoreFinding the Right Summer Day Camp 4 Kids in Des Moines
Every year when it comes time to decide what to do with the kids for the summer, I get a little anxious. There is a seemingly endless array of day camp possibilities here in Des Moines. It was so much…
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