Baton Rouge Moms is taking part in another Painting Party with the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge! Our last paint party was a Mardi Gras themed party and the kids had a great time creating. The children not only received thorough instructions and tips from the instructor, she encouraged them to think outside the […]
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It’s nearly impossible to think romantically with Veggie Tales blaring in the background. I know this because I want to talk to you about romance after kids, but I am having a hard time focusing because I used to be romantic with my husband, we have small children as a result, and now neither
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My husband refuses to make New Year’s resolutions. I think he’s onto something. I remember our first few New Year’s together – it kind of blew my mind that he refused to even discuss resolutions. He said he doesn’t like to box himself into a commitment of that kind. Yes, really. He seemed like
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This is the month of thankfulness, when we are supposed to be basking in our blessings, but I’m going to rebel and whine a little instead. Thank you for humoring me. Sometimes life is just difficult. Like when we don’t have enough money to buy the pricey hypoallergenic formula for the baby, and we have
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Acceptance. I’ve been trying to find a way to talk about it that doesn’t sound preachy. I like to think that I’m kind to myself, but over and over again my children, my husband, and the reflection in the mirror reminds me that I have a long way to go. So, full disclosure: know that
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Sis·ter·hood (noun) 1. the relationship between sisters. the feeling of kinship with and closeness to a group of women or all women. 2. an association, society, or community of women linked by a common interest, religion, or trade. I don’t have any sisters. I’ve always wished I did, and I admittedly romanticize the idea. Someone
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I have three children ages 5 and under, I’m fast-approaching my mid-30’s, and I am unable to fit into anything in my lingerie drawer. I know, I know — first world problems. But hear me out. We just met, and you still have to be polite. When I married my husband 8 years ago, I
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