Marie
Marie is the owner of Little Hometown, a company specializing in locally themed baby swaddles and apparel. Prior to opening her business, Marie was a professional event planner turned stay-at-home mom. She spent nearly a decade living in New York City, where she met her husband, Jeff (a New England native). Early in their relationship, Marie told Jeff that New Orleans is the only place where she would want to raise her children. As soon as she got pregnant, they started shopping for houses. They moved back in December of 2012, welcomed their son in 2013 and their daughter in 2015. Marie now spends her days entertaining her kids with silly songs, desperately attempting to stay organized, and balance her life as a work-at-home mom.
Being a Toddler Mom During Mardi Gras
Sometimes when I read articles about Mardi Gras and see friends posting pictures from every.single.parade, I feel like such a Mardi Gras dud. I am...
When The Epidural Didn’t Work
I always knew that I wanted an epidural before giving birth to my children. Not getting one wasn't an option as long as circumstances allowed....
How Soon Is Too Soon To Take a Newborn Out In Public?
How Soon Is Too Soon To Take a Newborn Out In Public?
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Pregnancy With a Capital Pee :: The Most Inconvenient Part of the Third Trimester
As I write this, I am 36 weeks pregnant with my second child, and I have long ago reached the point in the pregnancy that...
Why We Don’t Share Our Baby’s Name Before Birth
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Can Pregnancy Dreams Predict the Sex of Your Baby?
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7 Reasons Why Trader Joe’s Coming to Metairie is the Best Thing Ever
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The Thing No One Tells You About Potty Training
I am writing this moments after my two year old son has fallen asleep. We have just completed day two of the very intensive...
Desperate Mom Seeking Toddler Tantrum Advice
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The Two Week Wait :: A Miserable Mind Game
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The Pros and Cons of Having a Talking Toddler
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Welcome to the Toddler Show!
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I come from a...
Breastfeeding :: Are You A Dairy Cow Or A Beef Cow?
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Introducing Two New Moms Groups :: NOMB Special Needs Moms Group and Houma/Thibodaux ...
We are so pleased with the response we received since launching our Community Neighborhood Groups in February! It has been amazing to see local...