Myndee
Myndee is a 35ish year old New Orleans area native. She's an author, speaker and self-love advocate. As an introverted extrovert, Myndee loves being part of the generation where most of her friends live in her computer. She and her husband, Luis, live just outside the city with their three kids.
The Day My Son Stopped Liking Girl Toys
Being born just 19 months after his sister, my son was exposed to all things girl as much as, if not more than, the typical "boy" stuff. As he grew, he played with tea...
NOLA Gives: A 30 Days of Giving Challenge
We are all busy. We have so much going on in our lives, and while we all do what we can to help others, it often goes by the wayside. I understand. It happens...
Uncharted Territory: Becoming a School Mom
In the six years that I have been a mother, my children have gone through many transitions, as I'm sure yours have. From cooing to crawling to potty training, the kids are usually the...
To The Doctor Who Operated On My Child
Dear Doctor,
The day of my child's procedure may have been another day on the job for you, but for me, it was the most terrifying day of my life. In the days leading up...
Beyond Potty Training: Teaching Kids How to Wipe
Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Cottonelle, but as always, opinions are our own.
Beyond Potty Training: Teaching Kids How to Wipe
Once your child is potty trained, you may think you're finished wiping butts....
Protected: The Best Pediatricians and Specialists in New Orleans {Reader Recommended}
Disclaimer: Medical decisions are extremely personal, and we encourage everyone to do their own research in choosing a doctor. Additionally, this list is in no way an endorsement of any specific provider. We copied...
There and Back Again With a Change of Heart: My Katrina Story
"I'll finish this wedding album Monday," I thought to myself. It was finally Friday, and near the end of the workday. My plans for the weekend were simple: have a relaxing evening with my husband, maybe head...
Peeing Alone {And Other Things We Took For Granted Before Kids}
I love my life and wouldn't trade it for anything in the world. My kids have completed me in a way I didn't think possible. I'm not saying I want to go back to...
Finding Time to Unwind: The Importance of Downtime
Long before I had kids, I remember proclaiming, "I need a vacation." What I meant then, was, I wanted a vacation. Perhaps I needed a break from the routine, but I had so much free time...
Breastmilk: It’s Not Just Food
In what ways do you use breastmilk? It sounds like a silly question on the surface, but there are several ways to use breastmilk aside from feeding your baby. When I searched the internet for...
Protected: Best OB/GYNs in {and near} New Orleans
Disclaimer: Medical decisions are extremely personal, and we encourage everyone to do their own research in choosing a doctor. Additionally, this list is in no way an endorsement of any type of provider nor...
Parenting: Expectations vs. Reality
As it is often said, "The best parents are the ones without kids," and I was no exception. Like most, I had several preconceived notions regarding how I would parent. Not to mention I was a...
Always Trust Your Mommy Gut
I should be writing about our camping trip. I cannot write about that, though, because instead of heading out for a fun weekend of camping, we were spending the night in the emergency room,...
Powering Down: Learning to Spend my Days Unplugged
During the day, I do not spend long stretches of time on my phone or computer; it is usually just a few minutes here and there. I check my email, Facebook or text messages...