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Through his eyes: Sampson Levingston on walking and sharing Indianapolis’ rich Black history
We joined a Through2Eyes tour to learn about the Black history of Indiana Avenue. Learn more about Sampson, the mind behind the tour, here!
CLOSED GIVEAWAY: Win four tickets to Hairspray at Old National Centre
Time for a giveaway: Win four tickets to see Hairspray at Old National Centre on 2/21!
5 Tips: How to choose a summer camp for your child
Sometimes navigating the nuances of camps can be as overwhelming as planning a Disney trip. Here are tried-and-true tips of how to choose a summer camp for your child!
CLOSED GIVEAWAY: Win two tickets to Blake Shelton at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Time for a giveaway: Win two tickets to see Blake Shelton at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on March 11, 2023!
Real talk: Caring for aging parents
Some of us are in the phase of life where we are already caring for our parents, while others are starting to think about what it will be like. No matter where you are on this journey, we have a few tips to help you through this unique stage.
CLOSED GIVEAWAY: Win four tickets to Dino Ranch Live
For the first time ever, Dino Ranch Live is hitting the road! To celebrate, we’re giving away 4 tickets to the performance on June 4, 2023.
Everything is better with friends (even a marathon)
“Have you ever thought about running a mini or a full marathon?” CityMom Melissa asked her friend Amanda. It turns out she had, and bringing it up was the push they needed to commit to a new fitness journey that turned into much more.
Senate District 46, Indiana state Senator Andrea Hunley in the Momlight
We sat down with Indy-based mom, and newly elected State Senator, Andrea Hunley to find out how she’s settling in and her plans to tackle some of Indiana’s top issues.
Coming in 2023: Grand openings in the Midwest
Whether you call the Midwest home or are planning to travel in the new year, we're dishing the deets on the top don't-want-to-miss-it attractions opening in '23!
CLOSED GIVEAWAY: Win a $150 restaurant prize pack from Devour Indy!
Time for a giveaway: Win a $150 prize pack from three of the hottest Devour Indy restaurants!
March of Dimes feature: CityMom Ashleigh shares her family’s story
In honor of National Birth Defect Awareness Month, we partnered with March of Dimes and CityMom Ashleigh to tell her story about the diagnosis that changed her family’s trajectory.
Real talk: Q&A with Dr. Boyer of FreedomDoc Zionsville
We snagged a few minutes with Doctor (and mom of 6!) Anastasia Boyer to ask about everything from supplements and normal baby sleep to tough convos with teenagers and flu prevention. See what she has to say here.
GIVEAWAY: Win a month of unlimited classes with Invoke Yoga
Time for a giveaway: Win unlimited classes at Invoke Yoga Studio! You won’t want to miss this one.
7 financial tips for uncertain times
We pulled in Samantha Bush, Financial Advisor with LPL Financial, to share her tips to help you remain in calm and controlled when the world seems to be anything but…
CLOSED GIVEAWAY: Win 4 tickets to see the Indiana Pacers on NYE
Time for a giveaway: Win four tickets to see the Indiana Pacers on NYE!
Favorite Amazon loungewear finds
Every mom deserves a few 'fits perfect for lounging around home (or chasing kids on the move). Here are our favorite Amazon loungewear finds.
Women in Motion, Tia Washum in the Momlight
Did you know December is also HIV/AIDS Awareness Month, which kicked off with World AIDS Day on December 1? To our benefit, Tia Washum of Women In Motion found a few minutes to educate us about the ongoing HIV/AIDS crisis and the work they’re doing to prevent its spread.
5 ways to be a more empathetic mom
When kids’ emotional reactions seem over the top, it can be hard to see things from their POV. We’ve got a few quick ways to connect with your kids in those challenging moments.
10 Great last-minute Christmas gifts
It’s officially holiday shopping crunch time. Here’s a list of great last-minute Christmas gifts with a good shot of making it under the tree by Christmas Eve.
Leaving Jolly Days and heading to the (Winter)Faire
We caught up with The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis to chat about the last chance to experience one of their most iconic holiday traditions, Jolly Days! (Psst…and we got a sneak peek at what’s next.)