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!
Three Reasons to Love Stony Creek Swim Center
Water is such a big part of our family's life. Between the neighborhood pool, trips to Grandma's lake house in Michigan or vacation at...
Teacher Appreciation Week: Do’s and Don’t’s
Let’s face it. The fantastic educators that teach our children deserve a medal most days, ok all days. So, it’s shocking that these men...
Fridays Are for Family
Family time can often be the first thing to go when our lives become hectic. Work, school, activities, social time, friends, family, etc. It’s...
‘Tis the Season for Resolutions
Ahhh New Year’s Day. It sneaks up on us every year. And on January 1st I try my hardest to say I am going...
The Day Costco Made Me a Feminist
I’ve always been a "women are equal to men" kind of girl. I’m no Gloria Steinem, but I did play on the boy’s golf...
Grandparents Day? Why Can’t We Celebrate Grandparents All Year long?
Sunday, September 9th is Grandparents Day. Everyone deserves a holiday and this September we dedicate one day to grandparents. They really deserve multiple days...
To Breastfeed or Not to Breastfeed…That is the Question
To breastfeed or not to breastfeed…that is the question. Once you find out you are expecting, there are so many questions that loom. However,...
When a Toddler Needs Momma Most
Lately, my little guy has been favoring his Daddy. Simply put, in his two-year-old mind, Dad is more fun than Mom. Reading my previous...
Ubering with Your Kids, Parent Faux Pas or Just Plain Smart?
A couple weeks ago, on one of the first nice evenings of the summer, my family traveled across town to grill out with friends. ...
The Mom Shame Game
In April, the Indianapolis Mom’s Blog was asked to join a local TV station for a segment on mom shaming. If you don’t know...
Writing is My Love Language
Writing is my love language. Always has been, always will be. Yes, I love a great, deep conversation in person, but write me a...
Spring Break in the Hoosier State :: Staycation Ideas in Indianapolis
Spring Break is upon us and it’s snowing in Indiana. Ahhh, doesn’t that sound fun? A week at home with your kids and its...
After another school shooting, if not now, when?
Another senseless tragedy. That’s exactly what it is. I can’t describe the latest school shooting in any other way. However as I sit here...
The Lost Art of Silence
When was the last time you took a moment, in public or otherwise, to stop and take a look around in silence? No cell...