Emily McElrath
Why Louisiana Needed A True Snow Day
Why Louisiana Needed A True Snow Day
This Is Not A Drill
I have to admit that up until as recently as Monday evening, I still didn’t believe we would truly get snow, much less a...
When Terror Strikes :: How You Can Help The Victims Of The New Year’s...
When Terror Strikes :: How You Can Help
Last night, I rang in the New Year in the comfort of my cozy backyard, with my husband, kiddos, and pups. We roasted s’mores, toasted with sparkling...
Seeing Beyond The Struggle :: When One Amazing Teacher Sees Your Child For Their...
A Road Wrought With Challenge
My son is no stranger to challenges. At the age of 3, he was diagnosed with epilepsy and just before the age of 5, we added ADHD and auditory processing...
Finding Their Place In The World :: When One Coach Changes Your Child’s Life
Finding Their Place In The World :: When One Coach Changes Your Child’s Life
Every kid deserves to feel like they have found their place in the world… a place where they belong. They need...
The Ultimate Guide to Family Holiday Events In and Around New Orleans
The 2024 Ultimate Guide to Family Holiday Events In and Around New Orleans
It’s the most wonderful time of the year in the Crescent City. New Orleans is kid friendly year round, and the holidays...
Best Places to Order Catered Thanksgiving Dinner in New Orleans
Who caters Thanksgiving dinner in New Orleans? Here is your comprehensive guide to the best Thanksgiving catering in New Orleans! We've done all the research for you to find out who is doing the...
I’ve Officially Crossed Over To The Dark Side :: Why I LOVE My New...
I've Officially Crossed Over To The Dark Side :: Why I LOVE My New Kia Carnival Minivan
Let me start this post by saying that I swore I would NEVER own a minivan. I swore...
There Are Two People In This World :: Those Who Love Buc-ee’s, And Everyone...
I Am Everyone Else
I HATE Buc-ee's. More specifically, It is my earthly version of hell. Worse than a Walmart, in a small town, on a Sunday, right after church (IYKYK). I realize that seems...
I’m In Perimenopause … Why Aren’t More Women Talking About This?!
I’m In Perimenopause … Why Aren’t More Women Talking About This?!
It all started with a hot flash. I know what you’re thinking … how cliche’. But this was so much worse than what I...
The Childbirth Prep Course That Every Expectant New Orleans Mom Needs
Disclosure :: I am a writer for New Orleans Mom, but I am also a local business owner passionate about women's healthcare. With my business partner at Pivotal PT + Wellness, we are excited...
Best Event Venues In New Orleans – Private Dining, Event Rentals & More
Best Event Venues In New Orleans
{Private Dining, Event Rentals & More}
Ever wonder where to find the BEST event venues in New Orleans? Are you planning a wedding or private event, but don't know...
I’m Not Anti-Social, I’m Just Overstimulated :: How My Social Interactions Have Changed In...
I’m Not Anti-Social, I’m Just Overstimulated :: How My Social Interactions Have Changed In The Wake Of Postpartum Anxiety, Covid, And Getting Older
Maybe it’s the fact that my ADHD really became apparent after a...
Core Memory :: The Kindergarten Flood (Spring 1990)
Yet Another School Closure
As we face another inclement weather event that has closed many schools in the Greater New Orleans area, I can’t help but think of an experience I had in Kindergarten. It...
Purpose In The Suffering :: Why Palm Sunday Is This Catholic’s Favorite Mass
Author's Note: I’d like to start this post by saying that the feelings shared in this are my own personal beliefs. This post has no reflection on the religious or spiritual beliefs of New...