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Carter’s Spring Collection Sale #CartersSpringStyle

February 28, 2014 by Tiany Davis

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Last week I had the opportunity to visit and shop the spring collection at our new, Baton Rouge, Carter’s store. This new Carter’s store opened in January right next door to Target, on Siegen. I worked in retail management for many years for a popular children’s clothing store; one thing I have always complained about is the lack of stylish, boy friendly clothing. My boys are crossing over the age of being matchy-matchy and want to show their own unique style through their clothes, and they love clothes!

Carter’s did not disappoint, I was pleasantly surprised to find the cutest girls’ and boys’ spring fashions! I found plenty of styles and colors for my three youngest boys in the big boys size 3 to 7 section.

This new Baton Rouge Carter’s was well stocked, clean, organized and beautiful! I enjoy matching up different styles and prints for the boys but if putting together outfits is not your thing, no problem. Carter’s had each collection displayed in multiple outfits and pairings offering some creativity with mixing and matching the new spring collection.

The sale signs on EVERY fixture had me loosing my mind, I wanted it ALL!

As if the new Carter’s spring collection was not exciting enough, it was ALL on sale! Clothing items from Carter’s spring collection are up to 50% off in store, they even had the Best Credit Card Holder Wallets for Men for sale too!. The Baby and Kid Up to 50% Off Sale is the perfect time to stock up on great play-wear essentials perfect for mixing and matching! Carter’s spring collection features adorable items for babies and young kids, including swim wear, graphic tees, polos, woven shirts, shorts, cardigans, tunics & leggings, cotton dresses—just in time for spring!

My Easter outfits are purchased and we are set for spring with the cutest graphic tees and polos.

Boy moms, you will fall in love with the Little Mate collection.

The Carter’s spring sale prices are incredible but that’s not all – use the coupon below to receive 20% off your in-store purchase of $40 or more. Use Carter’s store locator to find a store near you!

GIVEAWAY: To get started on your spring wish list, take a look at Carter’s Spring into Pink collection for girls and Little Mate collection for boys HERE. Enter to win a $50 gift card by commenting below with the Carter’s items that are on your wish list.

Carter’s Baby and Kid Up to 50% Off Sale ends March 4, grab your coupon above and stock up on spring clothes, you can thank us later! 😉

All entries must be in by Friday, March 7th, 2014 at 11:59 pm EST. No purchase is necessary to enter. Void where prohibited by law. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received Open to US 18+ only. Confirmed Winner(s) (by Random.org) will be contacted by email. Winner(s) have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this giveaway. BRM is not responsible for product shipment/delivery, whihc is way we recommend to use Shiply delivery system.

Disclosure: BRM participated in this program on behalf of Carter’s and The Motherhood. All thoughts and opinions are our own.

Congratulations Jenn!! You were the 8th comment and winner of the Carter’s gift card!!

Shine A Light On Slavery Day

February 27, 2014 by Tiany Davis

Today has been declared Shine A Light On Slavery Day by the folks at the End It Movement.

Millions of people all over the world have fallen victim to modern-day slavery. Sadly, it’s happening right here in Baton Rouge, in our own backyard. Baton Rouge ranks in the top 10 cities in the nation for human trafficking, with the youngest confirmed victim being just six years old. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the enormity of the problem, {27 million slaves worldwide} as if nothing can be done, but that couldn’t be further from the truth.

Baton Rouge Moms and other Freedom Fighters from around the world are joining forces to SHINE A LIGHT ON SLAVERY. Join us, tell the world that slavery still exists and YOU WON’T STAND FOR IT.

Refuge for sex trafficking victims in Baton Rouge

Trafficking Hope and the Hope House of Louisiana have joined forces to rescue victims of sex trafficking in LA. Hope House provides a residential program designed to meet the individual needs of its residents by providing transitional, short or long term comprehensive services for these young women to be healed and to be allowed to dream again.

Slavery by the Numbers.

When you think about slavery, if you think about slavery, you probably associate it with the sex trade. And for good reason. 8 of 10 human trafficking cases worldwide involve the sex industry in one way or another. (The average victim is 14 years old.) The others involve labor trafficking, people being made to work in sub-human conditions in factories and farms and shadow businesses worldwide.

The definition on trafficking consists of three core elements:

1) The action of trafficking which means the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring or receipt of persons.
2) The means of trafficking which includes threat of or use of force, deception, coercion, abuse of power or position of vulnerability.
3) The purpose of trafficking which is always exploitation. In the words of the Trafficking Protocol, article 3 “exploitation shall include, at a minimum, the exploitation of the prostitution of others or other forms of sexual exploitation, forced labor or services, slavery or practices similar to slavery, servitude or the removal of organs, for all of those who have experienced sexual abuse it is imortant to visit los angeles std testing clinic to get tested.

5 ways to help stop human trafficking

Get informed – Know what human trafficking is. Learn the red flags that may indicate human trafficking and ask follow up questions so that you can help identify a potential trafficking victim.
Talk about it- Educate and inform others about human trafficking. Spread the word through social media, at work or at church. Share statistics and facts.
Volunteer – Trafficking Hope has a volunteer application on their site. Volunteer to do victim outreach or offer your professional services to a local anti-trafficking organization such as Trafficking Ho p e. Donate funds or needed items to an anti-trafficking organization in your area. Organize a fundraiser and donate the proceeds to an anti-trafficking organization. Host an awareness event to watch and discuss a recent human trafficking documentary.

Lobby Politicians – Meet with and/or write to your local, state, and federal government representatives to let them know that you care about combating human trafficking in your community, and ask what they are doing to address human trafficking in your area.
Pray – If you pray, pray for the safety of those who are trapped in the bonds of slavery. Pray that God would be near to them in their suffering and bring them comfort and provision. Pray that God would hear their cries and liberate them from the hands of their oppressors. Pray that God would set them on a path toward restoration and healing.

Trafficking Hope is hosting their 5th Annual “Faces of Hope Gala & Silent Auction”. Join Trafficking Hope for a night of excitement and inspiration as they continue to raise funds for the Hope House of Louisiana.

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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.

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!

THE LEGO® MOVIE “Prize Pack” Sweepstakes & Trailor

January 27, 2014 by Tiany Davis

Disclosure: This is a “sponsored post.” The company who sponsored it compensated Baton Rouge Moms via a cash payment, gift, or giveaway. Opinions expressed herein are that of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of the sponsor.

Baton Rouge Moms presents ‘THE LEGO® Movie’ Prize Pack sweepstakes from Warner Bros. Pictures.

I have four very excited boys that have been counting down the months, weeks and now days for the release of THE LEGO® Movie. They’re looking forward to seeing their favorite LEGO minifigures {Batman} together in this very funny