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JouJou DSM
4.9 ★★★★★ 74 Google reviews · Indoor playground in Des Moines, Iowa
Plan your visit
- Ages parents visit with kids 3–4, going by reviews
- Café on site somewhere to grab a coffee and sit while the kids play
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (515) 528-2044
- Website joujoudsm.com
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Saturday | 9–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–1 PM |
What parents highlight
“We met some friends for a morning play date and I loved the atmosphere with everything Montessori, clean and beautiful!”
“I mean from local tea and coffee in the kitchen, to modified toilet seats attachments for toddlers.”
“From the beautiful & thoughtful Montessori design of the space, the fine & gross motor toys & activities, & the owners are so kind & welcoming.”
“A wonderful bonus is the complimentary tea and coffee for adults, sourced from local businesses—it’s great to see a place that truly supports its community.”
What parents say
Love this place! Always super chill and our toddler loves it. There are so many different activities that are on little trays that you can bring out and do. Some can be done completely on their own but depending on the littles age a parent might need to help guide. The kitchenette is always super clean and very useful.
A beautiful Montessori playground for kids! There are different sized climbing structures, reading books, tummy time places, and many toys for children to play with. They even have a fridge to put lunches in with high chairs set up at a seating area. They offer coffee and tea in beautiful ceramic mugs.
I had such a great time at Jou Jou with my toddler! The space is beautifully set up for little ones - safe, engaging, and full of thoughtful details that make it easy for both kids and caregivers to enjoy. We loved story time, and the staff—maybe the owner?—was incredibly kind and welcoming.
My son and I LOVE coming to Jou Jou. It is truly a gem of a place, not just for my little one, but for me as a stay at home mom (and extrovert) to be around other parents and adults. I get to sip coffee and chat while my baby plays and explores.
Bringing a toddler?
Reviews and the venue's own info mention a dedicated toddler area or toddler times at JouJou DSM — a separate space where little ones can play without dodging big kids.
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