I’m just going to go ahead and put it out there. I have been the absolute worst at documenting Stella’s first year of life. When we were expecting her, I was gifted the darling Louisiana baby book from Lil...
Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by The Sibley Group at Keller Williams Realty Professionals; these are some really great tips for moving with kids in and around New Orleans.
Five Things You Should Know When Moving With Kids
Whether you’re moving...
It's that time of year when the holiday season is almost upon us. We at New Orleans Moms Blog are passionate about our ability to give back to our community. In the past, our holiday charities of choice were the St....
The historic French Market is a place you can take your kids for a nice intro to New Orleans’ history…and then reinforce that history is fun by enjoying some freshly made beignets or pralines when your lesson is done!
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With the most recent election behind us, I was hoping I wouldn't have to see the word "vote" any time soon. Face it, it's been a heated month, and I would rather think about snicker doodle, snuggling and Amy...
Yup, I said it. Christmas shopping. It's September, which means it is time to start on my shopping list. I am not sure exactly what it is about Christmas, but I love it. I love the lights, the music,...
Please allow me to introduce myself. I am Julie Fortenberry, a registered dietitian who now (after many years of fighting it) proudly calls New Orleans home. The move to the big “Crescent City,” for this Mississippi girl, was overwhelming...
Although I am absolutely grateful for the gifts my loved ones bestow upon me during the holidays, I have to admit that the sense of fulfillment comes not from being the recipient but rather the giver. As such, it...
Overflowing book baskets and bookshelves led me to a great idea. As my first son, Jack, started accumulating a pretty extensive library, I began pulling out any holiday books and putting them on a closet shelf - mainly just...
Big-Box Store? No Thank You!
I am an online shopping junkie. I order everything I can online. I mean, why go into a store when I can get the same or similar item from the comfort of my own home, often for...
Father's Day is coming up soon and, if you're like me, you have gotten a late start to your shopping! While shopping for my husband, I decided to compile a list of great items from local stores that can...
Late last month I officially entered my mid 30s. I was looking forward to this day much like a trip to the DMV. In addition, two gentlemen, not much younger than I, referred to me as "ma'am" during the...
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Five Activities Guaranteed to Keep Your Family Active This Summer!
School’s out for summer! It’s time to take advantage of the great weather and activities that make summer one of the most anticipated...
This could be alternately titled, “Hey Internet, quit telling me what to do!” I am quickly growing weary of people proclaiming how everyone should live. Maybe we have collectively grown past the mom wars in regards to how to...