Fashion + Beauty

  Dear Nail Salon, First off, Hi! Most importantly, I miss you, like, a lot. It is the end of April. By now, I would have had beautiful red or pink toes by you, just like I have had for years and...

These days, my Facebook news feed has a lot to say about how women should look: "This new amazing workout program will have you looking like a fitness model in 60 days!" *Inspirational quote implying that having a perfect body is a...

We all know it can be hard to get up early and work out, with or without kids, single, married, dating, divorced, whatever. It can be hard to find energy to squeeze a quick workout into the day. It...

How many nights do you stay up far too late browsing Pinterest for hours? If you're anything like me, the answer is every. single. night. Even after the kids are long asleep and I should be getting some much needed rest, I'm...

I know, mama. It’s hard to get up every morning. You’re mentally and physically exhausted. You have a laundry list of things to do, plan, and make. All of this works for others, but what about yourself? A quick...

What do you picture when you hear the word, "mom?" Perhaps you picture yourself or the mom you wished you resembled a bit more. Well, today I'm happy to share exactly what a mom looks like. A mom is black,...

Get ready Indy Moms, Spring will be here soon! I mean, the 10 inches of snow this weekend doesn't help, BUT- really- it will be here before we know it! I recently had the opportunity to meet with Abby...

I’ve always been a bit ‘high-maintenance’, I suppose. I don’t like to admit it, but it’s the truth. I like clothes and fashion. And make-up and shoes. We didn’t grow up with a lot of money, but my mom...

I don't care what you say, leggings are here to stay. Forever. And ever. While we are at it, let's just say all lounge wear in general. With the way it looks outside my window (um, mountains of snow...

We're often told that we have to give up so much when we become mothers. On one hand, I agree, on the other.. NOPE. All of the no's that every existed in Notown. The truth is, I still have...

Body Positivity. Body Confidence. Body Acceptance. Self-Love. Self-Care. Our conversations and our feeds are inundated daily with buzzwords and catch-phrases like these. Each one serves up a message of lofty inspiration to today’s woman. However,  if you are anything like me, each one is also...

(Disclosure: Indianapolis Moms Blog received product or payment in exchange for this review; however, all opinions shared are those of the contributor who wrote them.) It was raining. My toddler was at the end of his rope. And I desperately...

Ladies, I'm here to tell you it's time to put away your leggings and oversized sweatshirts. Athleisure had its moment, I too was here for it, but it's time to move on to cuter options. If you're struggling to hang...

Confidence and self-esteem and a little vanity are traits admired in men. Not often will you hear, "WOW. He's really stuck on himself!" when talking about a confident, smart, well-dressed, good-looking man who knows just how good he looks...