Ages & Stages

children of different ages and stagesIs your child reaching a milestone, entering a new stage, or facing new challenges? Look no further! At Red Stick Mom, we understand the importance of providing parents with reliable and insightful resources for all of the unique ages and stages of their child’s life. Whether you have a newborn, a curious toddler, or a teenager navigating adolescence, our comprehensive collection of articles covers a wide range of topics and offers valuable guidance to support you through all the ages and stages of your parenting journey.

From tips on developmental milestones to advice on potty training, sleep training, and heading back to school, our contributor team of local Baton Rouge moms provides a wealth of information to help you navigate the joys and challenges that come with each age and stage. Our aim is to empower you with the knowledge and tools needed to nurture and guide your child’s growth and development, ensuring they thrive in every aspect of their lives.

At Red Stick Mom you can stay informed about age-appropriate activities, educational resources, healthcare, and much more. We believe that by staying connected and supported throughout your child’s journey, you can embrace every moment and make the most of their formative years. Explore our collection of articles tailored to meet the specific needs and interests of your child’s age and stage.

The Best Organized Sports For Little Kids Organized sports have so many benefits. Children learn how to take turns, work as a group, and the benefits of practice. It’s an awesome way to enjoy exercise as well. All children are different, some will get immense joy from winning, some will only get excited about snacks, but your kids should get something out of it. If not, maybe it’s not the sport for them. Gender roles have changed so much. Maybe your little girl enjoys playing football and your son is amazing at gymnastics. Go where their joy is. My favorite sports for littles: Soccer is amazing! Soccer is so popular worldwide. They’ll work together with a team while having a great time....
February Is CHD Awareness Month :: Know The Signs February is Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Month. Here are some statistics: - There are 40 types of congenital heart defects. - 40,000 babies are born in the USA with CHD every year, that equates to 1 in 100 children. One child every 15 minutes will receive a diagnosis. - Around 25% of children who have CHD will need heart surgery or other types of interventions to survive. - CHD is a leading cause of death in infants and children, twice as many children will die from CHD as they will from all forms of childhood cancer combined. Yet childhood cancer research funding is five times higher than CHD research funding - Baton Rouge does NOT have a...
Banned Books I Encourage My Teen To Read By definition, book banning is the act of removing materials from a school or library as a result of objections from groups or individuals who say they need to protect others from the difficult information or ideas contained in the books. These controversial topics include everything from sexuality and religious views to information on racial and social injustices. I am a strong believer that for the most part, reading should not be censored. Growing up, I gained a wealth of knowledge and empathy through books. Learning about different views, experiences, and life paths from books has shaped me into a woman and mom who is able to spread my empathy to others around...
Favorite 2023 Products For My Toddler The new year is here and I have listed some of my favorite products for my toddler from 2023. These are products that I have used throughout the year, and they worked great for us so I decided to share them. I will definitely be using them in the new year. Here are my favorite products from 2023 Snack Cups  Snacks are mandatory, especially when having a toddler. Snack cups are perfect for storing your toddler snacks when you're on the go. My favorite ones are 100% silicone and spillproof. Your toddler can easily grab snacks without having to worry about a big mess. They are not like traditional ones; they are soft and easy for...
Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by BASIS Baton Rouge. Behind the Desk: Unveiling BASIS Mid-City’s New Visionary Leader Forget boring introductions! We snagged some quality time with Marissa Carroll, the new Head of School at BASIS Baton Rouge Mid City, to crack the code on what makes this school tick for EBR students. With over two decades of teacher and administrator credit under her belt (including a stint as the SPED Coordinator at BASIS Baton Rouge Materra), Marissa brings a passion for learning and a contagious enthusiasm that's impossible to ignore. What inspired you to become an educator, and how did you end up in a leadership role as a principal? The spark that ignited my educator flame? Witnessing those "aha!" moments...

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