Tara Rosenkranz
Tara is a mom of four and lives in Metairie with her husband, kids and various pets. When she's not at home with her circus, she's at work or taxiing children around the city. Her favorite holiday is Mardi Gras. Tara loves to read, drink KranzCoffee and eat Double Stuff Oreos.
Preparing for State Testing: 5 Best Pre-Test Brain Foods
Fuel for the Mind
Kids (and parents) are stressed out this week with state testing coming up and some already underway. Give your little's the best possible start by feeding their brains with healthy, simple...
We Don’t Buy Our Kids Toys :: An Allowance System That Works
We Don't Buy Our Kids Toys
Birthdays and Christmas are the exception, but in general, we don't buy our children anything except clothes and shoes. If we walk through the mall and they want a...
This Mom-Gig is HARD {Don’t Forget to Pee}
The Crazy Day
Yesterday, I hosted an event in the morning then hopped in the car and headed downtown to go to work. The afternoon was slammed busy with meetings, phone calls and requests. By...
Mardi Gras Snack Bag for Kids :: A Step-By-Step Guide For Making Your Own
It's Mardi Gras in New Orleans and you may be wondering what you need to bring for a full day of parades. Thankfully we are semi-experts on parading with kids, and we have you...
Aid for Louisiana Tornado Victims :: How to Help
Aid for Louisiana Tornado Victims :: How to Help
Here at New Orleans Moms Blog, we've been searching for ways we can help those affected by the tornadoes. We've found some great resources so far...
Never Vacuum Again :: How the Roomba Saved My Sanity
The Problem
I used to sweep and/or vacuum 4-5 times per day. With four children and a shedding dog, it's a never-ending cycle of feeding the kids and cleaning up after them. We have primarily...
Moms and Money :: Three Ways to Tackle Debt
New Year - New Plan
The holidays are over and like many parents, you may be wondering how you’ll tackle debt you may have racked up to pay for the celebration. There has to be...
Walmart Free Grocery Pickup :: What Every NOLA Mom Should Know
Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Walmart. That said, we are really excited about sharing more details about Walmart Free Grocery Pickup. We can't imagine a more "mom-friendly" service!
Walmart Free Grocery Pickup :: What Every...
Today We Cry
Today We Cry.
Today my child is not feeling well. It's one of those things where there's literally nothing you can do. As the mom, I'm supposed to be the one who has the answers,...
National Coffee Day Deals and Promotions in New Orleans
Happy National Coffee Day!
We are so lucky to live in a coffee-rich city. NOLA's own Cold Brew is starting to become a phenomonon across the nation, while Chicory blends remain a tried-and-true New Orleans tradition. With a...
Why I Love Co-Parenting with My Kids’ Step-Mom
Sharing my kids
I never really thought about how I would feel if I had to “share” my kids with another woman. I spent the dark days of my divorce just trying to make it...
Presidential Qualities :: NOLA Kids Speak Up
Being the President of the United States is a BIG job. With the Presidential race splashed all over the media, inevitably most of our kids have seen or heard something from one of the...
5 Reasons Why You Should Be Playing Pokémon Go With Your Kids
About a week ago, the Pokémon Go was released in the US, and as little avid gamers, my 6 and 8 year old boys were ready to play. My husband and I are tech-savvy and...
On Food Stamps and Designer Jeans
On Food Stamps and Designer Jeans
Have you ever seen that mom wearing designer jeans and heels in front of you at the grocery store with two tiny kids in tow? The one who you don't look...