Rewards and positive reinforcement are the key to any good potty-training method. But when the training takes an unexpectedly long and messy path like ours did, the rewards tend to get just as grandiose as the process. The promise...
So many things come to mind when becoming a parent. As everyone says, parenting does not come with an instruction manual. Boy, do I wish it did. One of the instructions I wish came into play is the search...
I never thought I would be in this situation with my daughter. When she was smaller, I first introduced her to “solids” and she ate it all. She loved some of the pureed baby food, and of course, most...
Let me introduce you to the baby product you never knew you needed and may not know exists: the Tushbaby. It’s an innovative baby seat that you wear around your waist. I was gifted one that I used with...
I think cake smash photos are so cute and are a fun way to celebrate the first birthday. Instead of booking with a photographer (tip: don’t wait until the last minute if you want to book with a photographer),...
Dear Mama of a Toddler and a Newborn,
My goodness, you have accomplished something very impressive: You have survived pregnancy while also caring for a toddler. Maybe you have two under two, or maybe your oldest is closer to three....
Let me preface this by saying that the most overwhelming part of parenting for me are the number of decisions there are to make. I am slowly accepting that I will always be making decisions for my children. Decisions...
I survived my first year as a dance mom!
Well, I mean as a first-time mom period, everything is survival, but they turn into beautiful lessons with so many great rewards.
Anyway, our first dance experience was amazing! I honestly didn’t...
I’m fortunate to have many fantastic friends with beautiful families, and a few of them are part of the new normal. What is the new normal you ask?
It’s gay parenting.
Growing up, I didn’t have any friends with gay parents...
How To Start a Garden
I've been herb and veggie gardening for several years. Every spring, I look forward to planting a few items so that I can watch them grow, gain pride in my achievement, and most importantly, save...
Editor's Note :: all New Orleans families should thoroughly investigate the available daycare, preschool and child care options in your area. In our New Orleans mom's guide to daycare, we provide advice and guidance in selecting a daycare in...
If I could have one superpower it would be to have the ability to speak any language ever. In the world or in the Galaxy and beyond should our universe ever come to that! I have always wanted...
Before the bright blue “lava” had finished flowing from the papier-mâché volcano at my first baby’s over-the-top gender reveal party, I was already hearing things like:
“Oh, you’ll love it! Boys are so much easier than girls!”
“Boys are basically noise...
A Note from the Author: I would like to acknowledge that, in the grand scheme of things, our family has been far luckier than so many others during this pandemic. I do understand that a party is a frivolity...