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Ages + Stages

children of different ages + stages of childhood

In an ideal world, parenting through ages + stages would be simple. There would be a how-to on every scenario and a handbook you could follow. However, we know that’s not the case, every child is different and needs special love, care, and nurturing. Without a parenting guide, what can you do? New Orleans Mom is here to help. We have many contributors with diverse backgrounds and different family structures. Our team of over 30 contributors brings experiences from all walks of life and parenthood. We have you covered no matter what ages + stages of parenthood you’re going through, our moms have been there.

If you’re starting and wondering can pregnancy dreams predict the gender of your baby, we’ve written about that. The first few weeks with a newborn can be overwhelming. Reducing your stress is key to allowing yourself time to bond with your little one. In one of our most popular posts, we have tips on setting boundaries with loved ones. We’ve also created guides to help you find resources in New Orleans. One of our most popular guides is our Guide to Childcare and Preschools. These are just some of the most popular posts from our ages + stages category, and we continually add more. From pregnancy to the teenage years, we’ve got you covered. 

Through all ages + stages of childhood, we are here to help with resources to help you. Whether that help is guiding you to solutions or simply helping you feel not so alone. Let us help you navigate those ages + stages with ease. 

Without a doubt, Christmas is my favorite holiday. I love the parties, family gatherings, presents, food, and, of course, most importantly, to celebrate the birth of my Savoir, Jesus. There are, however, a few things I have been struggling with...
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Although my son is almost three, I still consider myself somewhat of a new mom. Each stage there's a learning curve. Right now, it's dealing with an independent toddler, potty training and healthy eating. I am learning as I go, asking...
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My husband's recent Facebook post stated it perfectly: "5 years ago we were dining at French Laundry, now I'm negotiating with a 3 year old over how many chicken nuggets she must eat before she can have a chocolate...
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On October 4, 2013, Nadia Harris gave birth to Dawson Aidan. And Maxwell Alexander. And just a moment later, Joseph Matthew. Next came Micah Quinn Harris, and finally, Elizabeth Anne Harris II. That's five babies. Quintuplets. The babies - that's four boys and...
So before I start this post I want to say that I am in no way writing this for any form of credit. My goal is to share with you the perspective of the holiday and hope that it...
If you are like me, your Pinterest page is filled with parenting tips and playtime ideas. Each time I pin something new, I commit to testing it out next time Jane and I have some down time. I've imagined making...