It is a very rewarding feeling to have my whole family sit down to a healthy, homemade meal. Yet I find planning and preparing said meal really challenging. At present, I am juggling working part time, full time motherhood...
UPDATE: when we first heard about this company, we were thrilled. We agreed to try the product, and we generally had a good experience. That said, the company has decided to change gears entirely, and we sincerely apologize for...
The New Orleans Moms Blog team met on Saturday for our 2013 planning meeting, and it was such a productive and fun two hours! We talked about events, content and so much more, keeping you all - our loyal...
It's Mardi Gras time! Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler! What would Carnival season be without a photo contest? We want to see your little ones out and about enjoying the most wonderful time of the year! After all, Mardi...
It's the most wonderful time of the year! It's the hap, happiest season of all! No, I'm not talking about Christmas; I'm talking about Mardi Gras! While I love the spirit of Halloween, the tradition of Thanksgiving, the excitement of...
"They grow up so fast," we often hear. It's not until our kids have passed certain milestones that we realize they do, in fact, grow so fast. It seems like when you are pregnant, time crawls at a snail's...
It was late in the morning on December 29, 2012. I had sat down to feed Baby Nathaniel baby food from a spoon. He would not eat it. He kept his lips pursed shut. He swatted angrily at the...
Choosing a name for your children is, no doubt, serious business. It’s one of those major decisions that can’t be taken lightly; after all, it’s something your child will carry for the rest of his or her life. I’m...
This post is not about the dance of trying to wrangle a squirmy toddler into a diaper or pair of pants while living in the great state of Texas.
Although I have been known to grab a napkin and second...
One of the most frequent questions I receive is "Does anyone double coupon around here?"
Well, unfortunately, the answer is not really!
We don't have Kroger and HEB and all of those smaller chains that you see on the national blogs....
One of the great joys of raising children is how often we find ourselves on the precipice of a new experience. New beginnings are a fairly regular part of life for children (and their parents) – a new school...
Hello! My name is Karen and I am beyond thrilled (and honored) to be joining this fabulous group. I am a South Florida girl that loves Florida with an enthusiasm that rivals the way y'all love them Saints. Moving...
The Color Run is coming to New Orleans on February 9 ... the perfect way to burn some calories before hitting the parade route and indulging in king cake!
From the website ... "The Color Run™ event is a unique...
We’ve all seen a child who receives a thoughtful, sometimes expensive gift, only to play with the box or packing materials instead. During the holiday season, many families receive packages filled with packing peanuts and other materials. Instead of throwing away...