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Little Krewe, Big Fun :: Tips for Making Mardi Gras Wagon Floats Designing Mardi Gras wagon floats for kids is the ultimate test of creativity and patience! As a seasoned wagon float mom, I've learned a thing or two about how to create a masterpiece that's both safe and fun for little ones. It all started when my boys, Jack and Jacob, were just tiny tots. We'd decorate a wagon with soft throws, and they'd ride through the neighborhood, tossing goodies to their friends. Over the years, our wagon floats have become more elaborate, but the goal remains the same: to create a fun and safe experience for the kids. One of our earliest wagon floats was a spaceship, which both boys loved....

New Year, Same Struggles :: Tackling Real-Life Burnout Head-On It's a brand-new year, you bring out the vision boards and try to reflect on your new goals, but you are just so darn tired. You still haven't had time to rest up from the holidays, the sun sets way too early, it's cold outside and you started the new year with a terrorist attack in New Orleans and news of massive wildfires in California. It's just all so exhausting. How can you get your spark back after feeling so burnt out? There are steps you can take to recharge in the new year and beyond. Take a break from social media Maybe it's time to tune the world out for a little while...

Where to Find the Best King Cakes in Baton Rouge Are you a huge fan of those cinnamon-flavored dough rounds covered in sweet green, gold, and purple sugar or icing? It is hard not to be a huge fan when you live in Louisiana. It is officially Carnival season, and we are here for it all! If you are looking for one of Louisiana's best desserts, we got you covered.  You can enjoy all the feels of Mardi Gras without having to travel to New Orleans. Maybe you are planning to throw a Mardi Gras party this year. We've put together a guide of where you can grab your king cake around the Baton Rouge area, our 2025 Guide to King Cakes Around Baton...

Whether you just moved to Baton Rouge with kids or have been in our area for a while, welcome! Red Stick Mom is the premier parenting website for Baton Rouge. We aim to make life in Baton Rouge easier when it comes to raising kids. So,  whether you are looking for a list of the best splash pads in Baton Rouge, are curious about where kids eat free in Baton Rouge or have no idea how to keep your kids busy all summer, Red Stick Mom is here with the latest tips, tricks and advice for raising kids in Baton Rouge … even when that means getting away for a bit! We love to share our best travel tips with you in hopes that it makes planning...

Sowing Seeds of Kindness :: Family-Friendly Service Projects for Dr. King's Day Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy continues to inspire generations to strive for a more just and equitable society. As we celebrate his birthday, we're reminded of the power of service and collective action. Dr. King said, "Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'” For Jack and Jacob, growing up in a world where Dr. King's message of love and equality resonates deeply, they're learning the value of empathy, kindness, and standing up for what's right. By participating in service projects on MLK Day, they're becoming part of a movement that seeks to create positive change in our community. Here are some service project...