When Bennett was three, he was terrified of haircuts. No amount of bribery, restraint, or pleading could convince him that allowing anyone to be near his face with a sharp object was a good idea.
My husband has been shaving...
As the holidays grow nearer we all begin to take notice of our many blessings. This year on Facebook, I've been happy to see all the treasures and sentiments that my friends are thankful for, namely family, friends and...
We have dozens of family travel tips on New Orleans Mom. Whether your family seeks a weekend trip within Louisiana, an adventure outdoors in the form of camping, or is looking for family-friendly hiking near New Orleans, look no further!...
Disclosure: the New Orleans Moms Blog team received complimentary service treatments and compensation for visiting Waxing the City and sharing our experience with you. That said, we also invited several of our fellow social media friends to join the...
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I love the holidays! The only thing I ever truly don’t look forward to about the holidays is the inevitable after dinner questioning by my relatives about why my husband, Clay, and I haven’t had a baby. The fact...
If you are looking for things to do in New Orleans with kids, don't sleep on the Westbank! Whether you are moving to New Orleans or simply here for a few days, the Westbank contains some hidden gems for...
The world today is changing rapidly due to the constant advancements in technology. Our children are now being raised in the digital age. Many would say technology has brought positive results in improving communication and has helped bring us together by...
On Sunday, August 28th, 2005, instead of celebrating my husband's 30th birthday with our friends and family at a surprise luau, we spent the majority of our day cramped in our truck filled to the brim with photo albums...
Whether you will be receiving or giving a "sprinkle" shower to a seasoned mom or forgoing this new trend, even experienced moms with more than one child need help preparing for a new addition. I have noticed very few...
Snow. I have seen snow three times in my life, all in New Orleans. The first time was in 1989 when I was little, again the year before Katrina and most recently on December 11, 2008. So my snow...
When I married my college sweetheart, my biggest fear was that I wouldn’t be able to give him children. Since I was a teenager, I suffered with fibroid tumors. A few months before our wedding, I underwent an extensive...
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 coffee shop on what seems...
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Who are the major culprits?
Let’s face it - we live in Louisiana, so insects (and their desire to bite) are here to stay. So let’s get acquainted with our most...