Ages & Stages

Knock Knock Children's Museum :: A Must Visit for Kids in Baton Rouge Before I had my daughter, I considered myself “the fun auntie” – as I was the only one in my friend group with no kids. I would purposely buy toys that made noise with a bunch of pieces. Now, I am considering putting no toys on my daughter’s second birthday party invite because my living room looks like Six Flags right now. Seriously! I just cleaned out her toy bin and I swear there are still too many toys! Most are Montessori style, so they don’t make noise but whewww there are still a lot of pieces. I’m tired of tripping over toys! The worst is waiting for...

Navigating Back to School Season Feelings As summer's warmth increases, the back-to-school season swoops in, bringing a whirlwind of emotions for my two little learners, Jack and Jacob. Jack, my seasoned third-grader, is oscillating between excitement and dread, while Jacob, my tiny kindergarten newbie, is bursting with anticipation. They are both excited about the light blue shirts. Jack's jitters are palpable as he worries about making new friends, tackling tougher homework, and, of course, showing off how high he can swing. Meanwhile, Jacob is bubbling with enthusiasm, eager to eat school lunch, learn to read with friends, and make art projects that will inevitably cover our kitchen table in glitter. As their mom, I'm caught in the middle, trying to reassure Jack...

Tips For A Back To School Stress Free Morning It’s that time of year again! With a new school year starting, mornings can sometimes be hectic. I have listed a few tips to help you on those stressful mornings. Hopefully these few tips can help your mornings run a lot smoother. Tip 1: Start the night before I find that preparing everything the night before makes mornings easier. Before bedtime let your child take their bath. Picking clothes out for the next day can also make your mornings go smoother. Another tip for picking out clothes - you can plan to pick out clothes on Sunday for the whole week, labeling them each day. This saves time in the morning and after...

Road Trip “Reads” :: Audiobooks for the Whole Family Hitting the road for that summer beach vacation, Thanksgiving trip to Grandma’s or Mardi Gras break to Disney World and looking for something to entertain the whole family? Try audiobooks.  Audiobooks are quickly becoming my favorite way to consume books. I’ve always dabbled in audiobooks, but recently I’ve been getting the audiobook and ebook for every title I read. I think audiobooks are a great tool to engage the whole family in a story.  I think we’re all looking for ways to connect with our kids in new and healthy ways. Reading is a great way to do so, but it’s not always easy to do. Summer reading or vacation assignments aren’t necessarily...

The ABCs of Back to School It's back to school time! A time of new beginnings, fresh starts, and endless possibilities! Our little ones will embark on a journey of discovery, growth, and friendship. They'll meet amazing teachers, make lifelong friends, and enjoy delicious lunches (because let's be real, school lunches are the best!). And of course, they'll learn and thrive in ways that will make our hearts burst with pride! Here are the ABCs of back to school :: A - Amazing memories to be made B - Backpacks full of dreams and possibilities C - Classrooms buzzing with excitement and curiosity D - Delightful teachers who inspire and guide E - Endless opportunities for growth and exploration F - Friendships that will last a lifetime G...