This piece was written in 2017. A lot has changed since then, as outlined in this post regarding the NCAP process. Obviously finding a good school in New Orleans is still a challenging and anxiety-producing process, but the logistics...
When a Softball Girl Becomes a Baseball Mom
I grew up at the ballpark. I played softball through high school and my brother played baseball and soccer so we were always at the park. Those softball days hold a special...
Peaceful Parenting through the Middle School Years: Yes, It's Possible!
Since becoming a parent, I was conditioned to be concerned about how I would navigate my children’s middle school years. Adolescents and teens have a reputation for being moody, irritable,...
Baseball Siblings :: The Real MVPs
The game of baseball can get a bad rap sometimes. It can be slow and hot and very little excitement. To the average baseball-loving adult, watching a game is fun no matter the excitement...
Hi, welcome to my milk factory. I’m a mom, but people also call me the human cow because my body can make an excess of breast milk. Breastfeeding and pumping for me was somehow simultaneously the most rewarding and...
Best Schools in New Orleans
New Orleans Schools, School Admissions Tours and School Open Houses
One of the most popular questions we receive at New Orleans Mom is, "how does the school application process in New Orleans work?" Unfortunately, the answer...
Disclosure :: after I fan girl-ed BIG time over their podcast, Coach Bre was kind enough to give me full access to the Elite Competitor™ program for purposes of sharing with New Orleans moms. Whether you invest in the...
Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Trisha Bottello, a local licensed professional therapist, that specializes in therapy for teens and the grown ups that love them.
Helping Your Tweens & Teens Build Healthy Friendships
As a therapist working with teens,...
TW: miscarriage, pregnancy loss.
Eight. She would be eight years old this July if she were here.
In 2015, one month after our wedding, I got a positive pregnancy test for the first time in my life. That moment will always...
The Fast and the Furious :: If Motherhood Were a Movie Title
My hair is half done.
My toothbrush is in my mouth.
Only half of my kids are awake and getting dressed.
I’m racing up and down the hallway to wake the...
So This is 40?! {Or Am I Having A Mid-Life Crisis}
Remember when “Over the Hill” was a big deal when people hit 40 years old? The gag gifts were canes, walkers and diapers? I know that people do not...
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Apple Watch Versus Gizmo :: What Smart Watch To Buy For Your Kids
As our children get older, they're often away from their households (and parents) more, bringing a little bit of freedom and...
The best present my husband ever gave me was a push present. Now some people may argue whether you should give a push present or not. Some people may not know what a push present is. But trust me;...
The Not-So-Savvy Mom Hair Stylist
I love being a girl mom. I can buy my daughter all the cute outfits. Play dress-up and dolls and have tea parties. Not to mention signing up for dance classes or whatever extracurriculars she...