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Rachel Ezzo Portraits “Mommy & Me” Photo Session Giveaway

April 30, 2014 by Tiany Davis

There’s a new mom in town and a new contributor here at Baton Rouge Moms! We are very excited to introduce you to Rachel Ezzo. Rachel is an amazing photographer and owner of Rachel Ezzo Portraits. She’s is also a stay at home mom with two precious little boys. Going forward, she will join our team as our event photographer, and just as she comes on board she wanted to do something special for the moms in the Baton Rouge area. In honor of Mother’s Day, Rachel is giving away, not one, not two, but three “Mommy and Me” sessions.

A little about Rachel…

I specialize in Natural Light Photography with Newborns, Children and Families. Included in each session is a download of ALL of the client’s edited images and a print release to print their images on their own if they choose to.

I strive to shoot an hour before sunset, to capture the sun’s gorgeous evening light in my sessions. To me, the sun’s light is almost as critical a part of the session as my camera!

All sessions scheduled for May-June will receive $100 off the session fee!
(This includes all images!).

Rachel Ezzo Portraits GIVEAWAY:

-3 Winners will be chosen.
-Each winner will get a 20 minute photo session
-All images will be placed in a private online gallery for viewing and print ordering
– (1) 8×10 print of their favorite image
(Option to purchase all digital files of the photos if desired)

Fine print:
Winner will be announced on Rachel Ezzo Portraits Facebook page and Baton Rouge Mom’s Facebook Page on
Monday, May 5th, 2014 at 8pm
Sessions will be held in Baton Rouge, location is chosen by photographer.
Winners will be given 2 dates and choice of times to choose from.
Winners must respond by May 8th, 2014 to rachelezzo@yahoo.com or another winner will be selected in their place. Session is valid for the month of May, only.

Please use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter the giveaway! If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments below!

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All sessions scheduled for May-June will receive $100 off the session fee!
(This includes all images!).

Louisiana Earth Day & Louisiana State Parks

April 22, 2014 by Tiany Davis

Baton Rouge Moms will be volunteering and hosting a craft station for the kids at this years LOUISIANA EARTH DAY 2014, we hope to see you there! The theme for this year’s festival, “We Protect What We Love!” encourages both individual and corporate environmental awareness and conservation. Creative exhibits and activities produced by over 400 volunteers inspire and educate festival-goers on how best to protect our environment at home and at work. Regional music and food provide a chance for all ages to celebrate the unique culture of our state.

The celebration takes place this Sunday, April 27th at North Boulevard Town Square from Noon – 8:30 p.m. Education Activities & Children’s Activities will take place from Noon to 5 p.m. Admission is FREE!

There is something for EVERYONE at Louisiana Earth Day 2014! Education and Entertainment! Downtown Baton Rouge along North Boulevard from the Old State Capitol to the Old Governor’s Mansion! Come EARLY for the children’s activities.

Click here for a full program and map of all Louisiana Earth Day Activities.

Another way to celebrate Earth Day this week…. See Disneynature’s “Bears” and Support NPF

See Disneynature’s latest film, “Bears,” which was filmed in national parks on the Alaska Peninsula. For every ticket sold April 18-24, Disneynature will make a donation to NPF to protect wildlife and wild places across America’s National Park System.

In an epic story of breathtaking scale, Disneynature’s new True Life Adventure “Bears” showcases a year in the life of a momma bear and her two impressionable young cubs as they are taught life’s most important lessons. “Bears” captures the fast-moving action and suspense of life in one of the planet’s last great wildernesses—Alaska! Directed by Alastair Fothergill (“Earth,” “African Cats” and “Chimpanzee”) and Keith Scholey (“African Cats”), “Bears” is in theaters now, to celebrate Earth Day.

You can read a full review of the movie and learn some fun facts from BRM Co-Founder, Tiffany, here. You can check out a clip of this amazing momma bear and her precious cubs below.

Did you know Earth Day coincides with National Park Week?

Each spring, the National Park Service and the National Park Foundation invite everyone to celebrate National Park Week. This year, from April 19 – 27 YOU are invited to celebrate all that America’s more than 400 national parks have to offer with the theme “National Park Week: Go Wild!”

State Parks in Louisiana

Spring is the perfect season to visit your local State park for a fun weekend trip with the family. Louisiana has nearly two dozen state parks that offer plentiful opportunities for outdoor fun. From fishing, boating, paddling, some of the finest bird watching in the country, nature hikes, scavenger hunts and water sports, there is something for everyone at our State parks. We don’t just have lakes and ponds, Louisiana has numerous waterways— including bayous, swamps and lagoons amongst rich marshlands. From diverse wildlife and iconic landscapes to vibrant culture and rich history. Louisiana is not called the “Sportsman’s Paradise” for nothin’.

Full List of Louisiana State Parks: Experience the beauty of Louisiana State Parks.

Bayou Segnette State Park, Westwego, LA

Chemin-A-Haut State Park, Bastrop, LA

Chicot State Park, Ville Platte, LA

Cypremort Point State Park, Cypremort Point, LA

Fairview-Riverside State Park, Madisonville, LA

Fontainebleau State Park, Mandeville, LA

Grand Isle State Park, Grand Isle, LA

Hodges Gardens State Park, Florien, LA

Jimmie Davis State Park, Chatham, LA

Lake Bistineau State Park, Doyline, LA

Lake Bruin State Park, St. Joseph, LA

Lake Claiborne State Park, Homer, LA

Lake D’Arbonne State Park, Farmerville, LA

Lake Fausse Pointe State Park, St. Martinville, LA

North Toledo Bend State Park, Zwolle, LA

Poverty Point Reservoir State Park, Delhi, LA

Sam Houston Jones State Park, Lake Charles, LA

St. Bernard State Park, Braithwaite, LA

South Toledo Bend State Park, Anacoco, LA

Tickfaw State Park, Springfield, LA

Happy Earth Day! We hope to see you at this year’s Louisiana Earth Day celebration!

Sources: http://www.touristinformationdirectory.com

Bright smiles, bright futures with Champions for Kids

April 10, 2014 by Tiany Davis

Today, 22% of children in America live in poverty. This means one out of five children likely does not have the resources they need to thrive. Millions of children do not have the basic resources most of us take for granted like oral care items, personal care products, school supplies, warm clothes, books and more. Of the 12 parishes in and around Baton Rouge, the number of school children living in poverty ranges from 43 percent to an astounding 93 percent of the population.

Another fast fact…

This year, Baton Rouge ranked 3rd worst city when it comes to allergies and pollen count. Did you know that antihistamines that are given to battle allergies often cause “Dry Mouth,” a lack of saliva in the mouth. Saliva prevents infection by controlling bacteria and fungi in the mouth. When we don’t produce enough saliva, our mouth gets dry and increases a person’s risk of gingivitis and tooth decay. More reason children need to take care of teeth if they suffer from allergies and take antihistamines.

Every year students in the United States miss more than 51 million hours of school due to dental-related illness? In fact, tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease, and if left untreated, it can affect children’s ability to eat, speak, learn, and play.

Healthy teeth and gums are important to a child’s overall health. Dental disease is the most common disease of childhood, it’s also very preventable! In essence, the mouth is a window into the health of the body. As parents, it’s our responsibility to not only make sure our children are healthy from head to toe, but to be the best example we can be for our children. They will do what they see us do. But what about the children in our community that can’t afford the basic necessities to stay healthy, as mentioned above?

Colgate donated $100,000 of oral care products to help children in need, and we can all help too!

SIMPLE Giving is a Champions for Kids program that makes it simple for us to help kids in OUR community. To help children stay healthy and avoid missed school days, Champions for Kids teamed up with Colgate for a SIMPLE Giving program to spread the importance of healthy oral care habits.

This SIMPLE Giving program collected donations of toothbrushes, toothpaste and hand soap at our local Walmart, and this week, school district representatives are picking up the donations to benefit the local community.

All of the donations go to children the school district where the participating Walmart store is located. The SIMPLE Giving program from Champions for Kids offers us a tangible way to give back to our community.

Here are a few ways to help the children in our great state!

Sign up for the Champions for Kids newsletter.
Become a Champion for Kids volunteer
Become a sponsor
Use social media for good! Spread the word!
Make a donation!

What are some other ways that we can give back to the children in our community?

“BRM participated in this program on behalf of Champions for Kids and The Motherhood. All opinions are our own.”

Ladies Self Defense

April 1, 2014 by Nicole Decker

Be more AWARE. Sounds simple doesn’t it? You don’t want to be at the wrong place at the wrong time but if you are you owe it to yourself to be better prepared. Statistics show that one in four women will be attacked during her lifetime. Women who resist effectively are twice as likely to escape injury as others. David Vincent’s Martial Arts and Fitness studio in Baton Rouge offers a 90 minute Ladies Night that will show you some basic strikes, escape from grabs and choke-holds to teach you how not to be a victim.

A couple of the contributors from Baton Rouge Moms recently took a class. The instructor, Sarah Vincent, did an excellent job of demonstrating basic self-defense techniques and strategies to help escape from various scenarios. We got to practice these moves first hand during this class.

As a runner myself, I know I take a risk by going out solo and as a mom I want my daughter to be better educated in her personal safety when she goes out on her own. We take questionable risks daily with our safety.

3 Easy Steps To Self Defense

Step one : Prevention: Be aware of your surroundings, keep your keys in hand in as you approach your car or door. Walk with confidence. Don’t look like easy prey. Avoid being distracted and trust your instinct. Think about what weapons you may have in your purse such as hairspray, nail file, keys etc.

Step two : Avoid Confrontation: If they want your purse then throw it AWAY from you and RUN in the opposite direction. Have a safe word with your kids if you find yourself in possible danger.

Step three: Stun-Release-Run: If you must punch or kick use your whole body weight. Stun them, take them off guard and again RUN! Don’t be a Victim

This class is offered every quarter. To see when the next class will be check their website: http://www.dvmafit.com/ladies-self-defense or by calling #225-766-5181

Baton Rouge Police Department Training Academy also offers classes. For their schedule call #225-389-3886.

David Vincent’s Martial Arts & Fitness has been offering instruction and training in Taekwondo since 1992. Located in Baton Rouge, LA, David Vincent’s Martial Arts & Fitness has produced champions in life as well as in the martial arts.

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. All thoughts and opinions are our own.

National Moms Night Out

March 27, 2014 by Tiany Davis

Baton Rouge Moms was founded with the sole purpose of supporting and encouraging mothers in the Baton Rouge area. Motherhood can be exhilarating, exhausting, rewarding – and sometimes lonely. Our goal is to give you, moms, the support you need to be the best moms you can be – and to encourage you to, in turn, give back to each other and to the community at large. One of the ways we hope to achieve this is through our Moms Night Out events. There is nothing like the sisterhood of motherhood, and we can all use a Moms Night Out to relax, unwind and have a bit of fun with our girlfriends.

National Moms Night Out

Join in on the fun, as we gear up for the ultimate celebration of motherhood – National Mom’s Nite Out. As you know, Moms spend a lot of time making Mother’s Day special for all the Moms in their lives. That’s why National Mom’s Nite Out was created by Maria Bailey, Host of Mom Talk™ Radio. National Mom’s Nite Out gives Moms a reason to take the night off and enjoy a fun evening out with fellow moms!

Save the Date:

National Moms Night Out is being held May 8th and Baton Rouge Moms is joining moms across the country with our own local Moms Night Out event. We will share more details as they become available over the next few months but save the date and mark your calendar, May 8th is a Baton Rouge Moms Nite Out you will not want to miss! . Sign up for our newsletter and have Baton Rouge moms news and info delivered right to your inbox.

Moms Night Out the Movie

National Mom’s Nite Out has partnered with AFFIRM films ( a division of Sony Pictures) and Provident Films on the release of ‘Moms’ Night Out’. Moms Night Out is a laugh-out-loud portrayal of the chaos of parenting. With its PG rating this clean comedy will be a hit with families everywhere. Moms’ Night Out is an endearing true-to-life family comedy that celebrates the beautiful mess called parenting.

Here’s the synopsis of the film:

All Allyson and her friends want is a peaceful, grown-up evening of dinner and conversation . . . a long-needed moms’ night out. But in order to enjoy high heels, adult conversation and food not served in a bag, they need their husbands to watch the kids for three hours—what could go wrong? Moms’ Night Out is an endearing true-to-life family comedy that celebrates the beautiful mess called parenting.

We are excited to see a movie like “Moms Night Out” coming to theaters. Please help us in supporting this family friendly comedy, let Hollywood know that we want to see more clean, family friendly movies in our theaters! Celebrate National Mom’s Nite Out™ with Baton Rouge Moms on May 8th and then take the family to see ‘Moms’ Night Out’ the movie on May 9th.

Le Posh Pomme – Gourmet Chocolate and Caramel Apples – Giveaway

February 25, 2014 by Tiany Davis

When I think of a nostalgic, tasty treat from my childhood, a candy apple usually comes to mind. While candy apples were good, they no longer satisfy my sweet tooth. Those things were hard on the teeth! However, chocolate and caramel hit the spot with both children and adults alike. There is nothing like biting into a juicy, crisp apple covered in chocolate and caramel then drizzled with goodness. Is your mouth watering yet? Mine is!

If you haven’t already met in a market around the Baton Rouge area, we’d like to introduce you to Le Posh Pomme.

Le Posh Pomme – Gourmet Chocolate and Caramel Apples is a locally owned and operated business. You might have seen these beauties in a local specialty market, such as Alexander’s Highland Market.

From holiday gifts to birthday gift baskets, Le Posh Pomme has something for every occasion and taste bud! Gorgeous Jumbo or Petite-Favor Gourmet Chocolate and Caramel Apples are made fresh to order and come packaged in unique designs custom decorated for all individual Holidays and Special Occasions. Try something a little different this Easter and instead of that Chocolate Bunny, go with the more healthy option… a beautiful chocolate and caramel apple!

But Wait … There’s More! Le Posh Pomme also carries giant caramel pretzel rods, mulling spice mix, jam and more sweet goods. Be sure to check out her Facebook page for more info.

GIVEAWAY: Le Posh Pomme would like one of our Baton Rouge moms to try these delicious apples for themselves. We are giving away a $50 Gift Certificate to purchase some sweet treats from Le Posh Pomme.

Please use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter this giveaway. The only required entry is that you comment below and tell us “Who you would like to bless with a delectable Le Posh Pomme – Gourmet Chocolate and Caramel Apple?” To increase your odds, complete the extra entry options on the Rafflecopter.

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2014 Family Friendly Baton Rouge Mardis Gras Parade Schedule

February 15, 2014 by Tiany Davis

Contrary to popular belief, Mardi Gras can be family-friendly. The festival seems like it was made for children, with floats derived from the depths of the most ingenious imaginations, costumes and masks that express an unending creativity, bold colors and joyous music abounding throughout the city. And, most importantly, the beads, doubloons and other treats thrown to the crowds from the floats are a child’s delight.

Mardi Gras season is well under way and we have all of your family friendly Mardi Gras info, plus a printable Mardi Gras bucket list!

Madri Gras Fun Fact: Rex selected the official Mardi Gras colors in 1872 to honor the visiting Russian Grand Duke Alexis Alexis Alexandrovich Romanoff, whose house colors were purple, green and gold.

Baton Rouge Mardi Gras Parade Schedule

KREWE OF JUPITER and JUNO, “Romancing the Ages” Parade SAT, FEBRUARY 15, 6:30 p.m.

Jupiter rolls to the streets on Saturday night at 6:30 p.m. Parade begins at the corner of Government and St. Philip Streets, and ending at the corner of Convention Street & S. River Road. Jupiter’s 2014 theme is “Romancing the Ages.” The masked krewe and costumed riders will throw parade theme medallions, swords, footballs, cups, plush animals, doubloons, lighted throws, and beads.

CAAWS MYSTIC KREWE OF MUTTS, “Semper Fideaux” Parade Sun, February 16, 1:30pm

The CAAWS Mystic Krewe of Mutts is a family-oriented, fun-filled, parade and promises all a very special day. Mardi Gras colored costumes and pet-sized floats will roll along North Boulevard on Sunday, February 16th at 1:30 p.m. Parade begins at North Boulevard and St. Ferdinand Street, turning North at 8th Street and ending at North Boulevard and Fourth Street.

Krewe of Artemis “Come Rock ‘N’ Roll with Artemis” Parade Fri, February 21, 7:00 PM

The Krewe of Artemis 12th Annual Mardi Gras Parade will roll through the streets of downtown Baton Rouge on Friday, February 21st at 7 p.m. with the theme, “Come Rock ‘N’ Roll With Artemis.” Parade begins and ends at the corner of Government Street and St. Philip Street.

Krewe of Mystique de la CAPITALE Parade Sat, February 22, 2:00 PM

The Krewe of Mystique de la Capitale welcomes you to our 2014 Mardi Gras Parade as we celebrate 37 years of parading in Louisiana’s capital city. We are the city’s oldest parading Mardi Gras Krewe and we’ve shared 37 wonderful years of carnival fun in Baton Rouge. Our parade is family oriented and promises fun for all ages. Our parade consists of marching bands, 12 to 14 floats that represent our Krewe along with many local businesses, and charitable organizations.

Krewe of Orion “Legends and Landmarks” Parade Sat, February 22, 6:30 PM

The Krewe of Orion’s 15th annual Mardi Gras parade will roll through downtown Baton Rouge on Saturday, February 22, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. This family-oriented parade begins and ends at the corner of Government Street and St. Philip Street. Parade goers will be treated to a lineup of exciting, colorful traditional lighted and tractor-pulled floats. Following the parade theme, “Legends and Landmarks,” each float will be decorated to depict well known area people and places. Masked and costumed riders will throw plenty of Orion parade theme medallions, footballs, cups, plush animals, swords, doubloons, lighted throws, and beads. Marching bands, as well as riding and marching units will be among the great sights and sounds at this wonderful parade.

Krewe of Southdowns Parade February 28, 2014 7:00 PM

This parade is Baton Rouge’s family-friendly evening parade that rolls through the Southdowns Neighborhood the Friday before Mardi Gras each year.

Beauregard Town Walking Parade, 12 Noon on Fat Tuesday

Parade begins at noon on Mardi Gras Day and snakes it’s way through Historic Beauregard town before ending at an unofficial, open to the public party with food and beverages. Everyone is invited to “join in” the parade! It is a human powered parade with bicycles, pedestrians, and peddle-powered “floats” welcome! The walk will actually be on the sidewalks, No Police will be needed to supervise for safety.

Family Gras 2014 in Metairie

Family Gras 2014 will be Friday, 02/21/14 – Sunday, 02/23/14

This celebration of carnival and family takes place on the neutral ground of Veterans Memorial Boulevard across from Lakeside Shopping Center in Metairie, Louisiana.

Entertainment for 2014 Family Gras includes Cowboy Mouth, Amanda Shaw, former Journey member Steve Augeri, former members of the Electric Light Orchestra, Courtney Cole, Blood Sweat & Tears, Wilson Phillips and Montgomery Gentry. Local and regional artists set up in the Art Market, where you can buy their work throughout the whole festival. Flambeau Food Court vendors will be there cooking up Louisiana favorites, like jambalaya, crawfish pasta, muffulettas, pizza and gator-on-a-stick. There will also be local goodies like bread pudding and king cake.

Mardi Gras for families in New Orleans

If you are new to Baton Rouge and or Louisiana, the only place you should avoid with kids is the French Quarter. It’s best to see the parades when they begin on St. Charles Avenue near Napoleon, since parades can go on well into the night by the end of the parade route. The Garden District are of St. Charles is also family area where you will see many families enjoying the day and planting themselves to see the parades.

The Sunday before Mardi Gras is particularly family oriented, with Thoth parading down Magazine Street and Bacchus rolling later in the afternoon.

The Krewe of Barkus is a delightful dog parade that rolls the Sunday prior to Thoth. It begins in Congo Square and parades through the French Quarter and is remarkable fun for children of any age.

On Fat Tuesday, visitors are encouraged to join the local tradition of masking. Zulu, an African American parade, leads the long day of parades on Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras itself. Children scramble for the much desired coconuts handed down by float riders. For a closer look at African American Mardi Gras experiences, North Claiborne and Orleans Avenue is the place to be.

You can see a full list of Mardi Gras parades here.

Laissez les bons temps rouler!

Mardis Gras Bucket List

Download PDF – Mardi Gras Bucket List

Download PNG – Mardi Gras Bucket List

Source: New Orleans Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Mardi Gras Children’s Painting Event to Benefit CSA

February 12, 2014 by Tiany Davis

Join Baton Rouge Moms for a morning of painting fun with an art instructor from the The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge! Alexander’s Highland Market and Baton Rouge Moms have partnered with the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge to host a morning of “Mardi Gras” painting fun, designed to enrich and supplement children’s arts education and to raise money for the council’s Community Fund for the Arts.

Space is very limited, be sure to register and save your spot as soon as possible if you plan to attend!

Children (ages 5 and up) will paint Mardi Gras masks to take home and canvases with Mardi Gras themes to be displayed at Alexander’s through March 4th and then sold to the public for $10 a canvas starting March 5th. All proceeds donated to the Arts Council’s scholarship fund.

Baton Rouge Moms strives to not only support Baton Rouge moms through resources and community, but to also bring moms together for community outreach programs throughout the year. This Mardi Gras art event is the perfect opportunity to get kids involved to give back to the community they call home.

It’s never too early to start teaching your kids the value of community service. Getting involved in volunteering at a young age can set a life-long pattern of advancing the common good. There are many great opportunities for community service for kids that will expand their social circle, teach them empathy and compassion, and increase their chances of success in life. – Jason Bethke

When: Tuesday, February 18th from 9:30 am to 11:00 am
Where: Alexander’s Highland Market 1811 Highland Rd.
Cost: $10 per child ($8 per additional sibling)
Contact: Please contact Robin to register your child or children – Email: robin@acgbr.com Phone: 344-8558 x 223

Space is very limited, be sure to register and save your spot as soon as possible if you plan to attend!

Canvases will be for sale for $10 each beginning 3/5/2014.

World Cancer Day – Healing Gift Basket

February 4, 2014 by Tiany Davis

Today, February 4th is World Cancer Day and kicks off National Cancer Prevention Month. World Cancer Day is a day to unite the world in the fight against cancer. It aims to save millions of preventable deaths each year by raising awareness and education about the disease, pressing governments and individuals across the world to take action.

World Cancer Day 2014

World Cancer Day is a global event dedicated to dispelling widespread “myth-information” about cancer risk – including the myth that we are powerless against cancer.

National Cancer Prevention Month

7 Steps to prevent cancer.

You will notice that he advice for cutting cancer risk resembles advice for preventing other chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes – not to mention for getting in shape? I learned of this similarity when reading posts on www.sideeffectsofxarelto.org when a family member started using heart medication. It’s a win win to embark on a healthy lifestyle and it’s cheaper and safer than drugs.

Cancer is now the leading cause of mortality worldwide.

AICR estimates that approximately one-third of cases of the most common cancers in the U.S. could be prevented by eating healthy, being active, and staying lean. That’s an estimated 374,000 cases of cancer in the United States that would never happen. Imagine that!

Community Cancer Screenings at Mary Bird Perkins – Our Lady of the Lake Cancer Center

Mary Bird Perkins – Our Lady of the Lake Cancer Center brings free cancer screenings to southeast Louisiana each year. This effort has been underway since 2002, when the early detection program began. With their mobile medical clinic, the Early Bird, they offer these screenings to participants at times and locations convenient to them.

Types of cancer screenings offered:

Breast
Colorectal
Oral
Prostate
Skin

For more information or to make an appointment for a free cancer screening, please call (225) 215-1234 or
toll-free (888) 616-4687.

Click here to see upcoming free cancer screenings.

When Someone You Love Is Being Treated for Cancer

This booklet is for you if you’re helping your loved one get through cancer treatment, you will find tips for being as supportive as possible and taking care of yourself in the process! Download booklet here.

If you are one of the many that will have a loved one battle cancer, an Healing Gift Basket is a simple yet thoughtful gift to consider as they go through treatment. Courage, Hope & Strength are just a few things needed to fight breast cancer, why not let them know you are thinking of them by sending a gift basket.

List of items to include in an Healing Gift Basket:

Magazines or Crossword puzzles
Lavender neck wrap, candle or bath products, the scent of lavender is often found to be relaxing and soothing.
A new robe, slippers or comfy socks.
Ginger – Approximately 70% of all patients receiving chemotherapy experience some degree of nausea. Ginger is found in cookies, candies, teas and other drinks.
Mug with tea
Scent free lotion – the body can use the moisture but the nose might not do well with too much fragrance.
Lip balm
Light scented bath products
Tissues
Mints and gum
iTunes gift card for calming music
Spa gift card
Inspirational items, quotes or scriptures of courage, strength, peace, love and faith.
Chocolate and healthy snacks
Journal and pen
Yoga DVD for a calming strength and flexibility workout

Of course the very best gift you can give to someone battling cancer, is your time. Visit with them, offer to bring meals, clean the house, watch the kids. We can all do something, no matter how small, to positively affect change and make a huge difference. Learn more at http://www.worldcancerday.org/

Cranberry Goat Cheese salad recipe

February 3, 2014 by Tiany Davis

If you’re anything like me, your appetite might change during the winter months. I crave comfort foods and more carbs in the winter months when I should be eating immune building foods. According to Health.com, we should be filling our kitchen’s with more sun-drenched foods in the winter.

Today’s “Menu Monday” recipe is brought to you by Sarah Vincent and Kristen Bateman the owners of Re:. {HookedOnRe.com} Re: is a garlic-vinaigrette, an old family recipe, that is gluten, egg, and dairy free. You can find Re: in several of Baton Rouge’s local markets. See a list of them all HERE.

The ladies from Re: are sharing a delicious salad recipe made with mixed greens, red onions, goat cheese, dried cranberries, pistachios and Re: salad dressing. This vibrant salad will lend color and bright flavor to any table at any season!