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Perspectives in Parenting

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Sometimes you just need to hear the ideas, thoughts, and opinions of other parents. Our Perspectives in Parenting section is focused on providing a place for you to find out what other moms are thinking and how they are handling the issues that go along with the hard job of being a parent.

There are a lot of different perspectives in parenting and New Orleans Mom is a place where these different ideas can be shared. We strive to provide not just valuable information to mothers across the Crescent City, but also ideas about how to think about the issues in their lives.

In our Perspectives in Parenting section, you’ll find lots of stories about the everyday events, problems, annoyances, and issues that we all face as moms. We talk about the household and the challenges of keeping everyone in the family working together.  We offer tips on how to recognize and reflect on the good things in our lives. We also tackle difficult topics about our society and culture

Some of our perspectives in parenting stories offer key advice on wellness. We take you through some of the challenging parts of motherhood, like how and when to use a breast pump, while also offering an amusing look at alternative uses of breastmilk

Our writers talk about important things that Moms in the Big Easy need to know, such as how to teach financial responsibility to your children or how to survive the stresses of the holiday season. 

With more than 30 contributors to New Orleans Mom, we offer our readers unique Big Easy perspectives in parenting that they won’t find anywhere else. 

In one week, Tripp turns 7. We don’t have a birthday party planned. When I first realized that a party was impractical, I felt so guilty I cried. But then, the more my husband and I talked about it,...
Sugar Bowl Country Kickoff :: An Insider's Tips Are you guys as excited as I am for this weekend? I saw Garth Brooks in Lafayette six years ago but when he announced his Sugar Bowl Kickoff Concert, I knew I had...
Last year, I had to drag my tearful daughter, in full costume, out of the Halloween party at her dancing school. She kept saying over and over through her tears, “But mama, I want to go to my party. I didn’t...
As I am sure is true for most parents, my goal as Jane’s mother is to do everything I can to help her live a full and joyful life. To become a productive, kind, and good adult. My job...
There are so many fun things to do in the area, especially at the holidays. We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of family-friendly holiday events in and around New Orleans. And just a short drive away, we highly recommend adding...
New Orleans Mom is all about sharing family traveling tips whether your next adventure from New Orleans is to the mountains, Disney, or the beach! If you love the beach but are looking for a one-day or weekend trip,...
The Best Family-Friendly Spots To Watch Football! One question that constantly comes up in conversation with other parents is "Where are the most family friendly places to watch the big game?" The city comes alive on the weekends and its...
ETA author's note :: I acknowledge that being able to CHOOSE a Catholic school is a privilege and an expensive one. This post is merely addressing my own feelings about the Archdiocese process specifically. Unpacking educational inequity in New...
Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by The Purple Tiger Boutique Metairie's Best Kept Boutique Secret :: The Purple Tiger Boutique There was once a time when my wardrobe was the envy of my circle of girlfriends. I was single and gainfully...
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! And, if your family...
It all started with the bus. The first day of fifth grade I drove my son to school, but he had to take the afternoon bus home. It was three hours late to our stop, without information or an...
Full disclosure: This post was written with the complete permission of my son. He has read it and approved its publishing. That said, we've chosen to publish it anonymously. This is Part 1 of a 5-part series. Part 2....
These incendiary views on water rides reflect the opinions and beliefs of the individual writer, NOT the New Orleans Mom owners or staff as a whole. If you disagree with this passionate stance, please share any and all tips...
New Orleans Mom loves to share tips on the best places to eat (and drink) in New Orleans. We are so excited that a new wine bar is coming to Old Metairie, as we first shared in June 2022....