Phenomenal Woman, That's You! (Hey, Moms. You're Amazing)
Phenomenal: very remarkable; extraordinary (syn: remarkable, unparalleled, astonishing, rare, brilliant)
I'm a high school English teacher. Recently, my students and I read Maya Angelou's "Phenomenal Woman" and discussed the qualities we see in...
So Your Kid Wants a Pet Snake
This is definitely not what I pictured as my debut article for New Orleans Mom. I also realize that this topic may be very niche. But timing is everything, and moms of NOLA,...
Pretty Pretty Professional :: The Game We Should Quit Playing
A few weeks ago, TikTok creator Jahelis Castillo went viral for claiming that SNL never hires hot women, because “people don’t like it when hot women are funny.” Castillo went...
Dating After 40 as a Single Mom
Dating after 40 is not for the weak! If you are newly single after many years of marriage and are now in your "Dating Era," I can sympathize with you. Today's dating is...
A few weeks ago, a friend sent me this photo along with the text "I think you would love this -- unless you are someone who told me to read it LOL"
It made me giggle, but it also made...
What’s On Your Wish List?
Many people stop making wish lists as they grow up because they think it's inappropriate. The sentiment evolves to: If I want something, I can buy it. But do we, especially when other needs arise?...
Three Gift Box Subscriptions I've Loved: Perfect for Mother's Day
One of the happiest little delights in life is getting mail. I have a friend who always remembers to send birthday cards and it’s one of my favorite things about...
Yep, I Still Don't Want to Bring My Kids to Jazz Fest
Last year, my husband and I went to Jazz Fest for the first time and had an absolute blast. We went on the day it was pouring rain...
If you are looking for things to do with kids in New Orleans, a playground can be a natural (and free!) choice-- and we've got many that provide fun in the sun! Even if summer in New Orleans sounds...
How to Make Give NOLA Day a Family Affair
Unless you’ve lived under a rock the past few years, you know that Give NOLA Day is just around the corner. Give NOLA Day is a 24-hour event hosted by the...
Mmmmmm, Margaritas! It's Cinco de Mayo, y'all, and if you haven't already scarfed down some chips and salsa and a taco or two, you still have time. We hope you'll take this list of our favorite watering holes with...
If you are looking for things to do with kids in New Orleans, you have come to the right place! Below is a list of the best splash pads and water parks in New Orleans; during the hot summer...
Disclosure :: Our 2024 Teacher of the Year campaign is sponsored by our partners at Children’s Hospital New Orleans.
2024 New Orleans Mom Teacher of the Year Finalists!!
We received some amazing nominees for our New Orleans Mom Teacher of the Year...
I’m Not Anti-Social, I’m Just Overstimulated :: How My Social Interactions Have Changed In The Wake Of Postpartum Anxiety, Covid, And Getting Older
Maybe it’s the fact that my ADHD really became apparent after a long and somewhat severe bout...