When I was pregnant I decided that I would be neutral on the breastfeeding issue. I didn’t feel strongly either way but wanted to give it a try. My philosophy was: if it works, great; if not, no worries....
Being a mom is flat out hard. There, I said it! It’s the hardest job on this planet, and at times I feel like I’m failing. I certainly know I’m not the only one who feels this way. So...
I'm 40 years old. When am I going to be happy with myself? Specifically, my body. I'm generally fine with the rest of me. I love my job, I have amazing friends, and my kids are turning out pretty...
My child has a peanut allergy. While this is something that we deal with every day, I am focused on not letting this allergy interfere with her daily life. I am against taking the “bubble kid” approach; she goes...
I have always had a fondness for an old classic style home. My first purchase 10 years ago was a unit in Baton Rouge's oldest apartment complexes and post-war 1940s one bedroom, cozy place with charm and character. My...
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Back in March, my husband, an ICU nurse, tested positive. Though we were completely caught off guard, we managed well (with the help of our village, of course). Now, as our kids prepare to return to school, I’ve been...
2020 continues to be a year of transformation in my life. As a wife, mother, and young woman.
While all the chaos swirls around me, I find solace in small moments when I realize I am displaying growth. My latest...
Growing up, no one ever told me that mental health was important. I knew about people with disabilities or learning disorders, but I never knew anything about, depression, anxiety, etc.
During college, my mood would change. I would go into...
A sudden, jarring alarm rings and vibrates all the cell phones around the house.
Emergency Alert
A STORM SURGE WARNING is in effect for this area for the danger of life-threatening flooding.
A HURRICANE WARNING is in effect for this area for...
Your most important job as a new parent is to keep your little one safe. One of the most critical periods to do this is during their sleep. Infant sleep safety has become a hot topic with the increasing...
The Great Debate
I need a moment. This weekend has been overwhelming with COVID-19 and the changes it has brought with it, and you cannot escape the discussions around it. We all know the great parent debates: breast or formula,...
While my son Liam was in the NICU five years ago, I declined many invitations from friends for nights out because I just felt that I couldn’t allow myself to be happy in my current situation. How could I...