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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...

Marching Towards a Better Tomorrow :: Inspirational Quotes from Dr. King Inspirational quotes have a way of lifting our spirits and guiding us through life's toughest challenges. For me, they're a reminder that I'm not alone in my struggles, and that others have walked this path before me. I think about my sons Jack and Jacob, who have both faced their own share of challenges, and how inspirational quotes have helped them stay motivated and focused. One of the most powerful sources of inspiration for me is the wisdom of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King's quotes are like a beacon of hope in the darkest of times. They remind me that even when the world seems to be against...