Lauren
Lauren is a wife, mother and public relations professional. A born and raised Hoosier, she loves all things Indiana. After spending two years fighting the tourists in Orlando, Florida, Lauren returned home to this great state and now lives in Carmel. A self proclaimed "boy mom", Lauren loves spending time with her little man Andrew and husband James. She is a sports lover, runner and avid traveler. Lauren considers motherhood her greatest adventure and loves that she gets to share her stories with IMB readers!
Grief and Recognizing Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day
We’ve all had a point in our life when the ache in our hearts is unbearable. That’s how I would explain grief to someone....
What I Hope He Says for Wife Appreciation Day
Every year on the third Sunday of September wives get a day. ONE DAY. This year, Sunday, September 19th is Wife Appreciation Day. Sure, there’s...
Living the Dream, Albeit Slightly Different Than I Imagined
When I was growing up I wanted to be an actress. It was my original dream. Then it turned to singer, turned Broadway star....
::Heart of IM – Non-Profit Spotlight:: Bookmark Indy, A Local Literary Journey
Summer is here, school is out, and our kiddos are home. We all want to encourage reading and learning throughout the summer, but if...
When Having a Baby Is a Pain in the You Know What
I love my kids, but I hate what they did to my body. There I said it. Call it selfish, I don’t care. What...
Nanny Needed: Six Steps to Take When Seeking Childcare
As summer inches closer (can you feel it?), many of us are searching for summer care for our children. I for one am days...
Cesarean Awareness Month: Behind Our Scars
April is Cesarean Awareness Month. For some of us at Indianapolis Moms, this month is very meaningful. Bringing a child into the world is...
The Anti-Valentine’s Day
It’s that time of year again. As soon as New Year’s passes the heart-shaped boxes of chocolates hit the shelves and much to my...
It’s Almost Time, Bring on the Pregnancy No-No’s
As I sit here, I am exactly 26 days away from giving birth to my second child. We are having a girl and if...
My Fertility Journey, No Filter
I’ve written and rewritten this blog post in my head a million times. It never sounds the same, never quite like I want it...
Therapy After Miscarriage: The Key to My Recovery
One in four pregnancies end in miscarriage. I am one in four and I am not alone. I would like to think this statistic is becoming...
September 11th: How to Pay Tribute and Learn During the Pandemic
I can’t believe it is September already. If you are like me, each year, I look back and think about where I was on...
National Relaxation Day: Local Spots to Pamper Yourself
Saturday, August 15th marks a day we can all get behind, National Relaxation Day. After the 2020 we’ve had I think we can all...
Post Quarantine Travel with Family: Tips and Tricks to Help Keep You Safe
Recently we returned from our first trip post quarantine. However, as the numbers continue to spike, a vacation may not be in your near...