Ask any Baton Rouge mom what she wants for her children, and health + wellness will be one of her first responses. Whether it’s the mental health of her teenagers, how much screen time to allow her toddlers or struggling with breastfeeding, moms simply want the best outcome for their children’s overall health.
IT'S HERE! King cake season is upon us, and both grocery stores and bakeries alike are stocking their shelves with the most delicious southern sweet treats of the year. And just in time, too, influencing us to cheat on our New Year’s Resolutions, piece by delectable piece.
Some of us have to be extra careful when indulging in these scrumptious sweets. Whether we have a medical condition preventing us from spoiling ourselves with decedent desserts, or we are restricting our choices because we are sticking to rigorous diet routines, we are begging for healthy alternatives to arguably the most coveted cakes in our city. Be sure to check out the Mardi Gras Guide for a list of all parades and activities, grab...
Lessons Learned Through A Year Of Grief
2023 will always be the year that my mom passed away.
I’ve never experienced a loss as great as this, and I’ve never experienced this level of grief. Although 2023 was the hardest year of my life, through this first year of grieving my mother's passing, I have actually grown and learned so much.
Lesson #1: I am stronger than I thought.
The mere thought of losing my mom seemed unbearable. I figured I would be inconsolable and not be able to go on with my life. But once I was faced with the reality of her death, the opposite was true. I was able to plan a beautiful service for my mother. I was able...
Setting Your 2024 Goals - and Keeping Them!
If you close your eyes and reflect on 2023, or the many years before, can you recall making resolutions at the start of a new year? Did you keep them? Were they life-changing, achievable, and worth the effort put in? Did they require sufficient sacrifice, altering of annoying habits, and financial investments for the betterment of self?
New Year's goals are nothing new, and roughly 4/10 of us set goals every year. And with that said, most of us have historically set similar goals. According to Forbes' New Year's Resolution Statistics, the top goals set for the new year include some form of fitness goals, finance goals, and goals for improving mental health....
5 Post-Christmas Traditions To Start This Year
The gifts have been opened, the cookies baked and the bells jingled. Christmas is over and the New Year is just a week away. What to do now?
Here are five ideas for post-Christmas / pre-New Year traditions to end your year and start the new one off on the right foot.
Review/reflect on the past year and set goals or a mission plan for next year. Take some time for yourself and review your year. This can be done in one sitting, or as a week long project. There are great, free online options to help guide you through your year in review. Check out this for a workbook and word of the...
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Sanova Dermatology.
The Top 4 Reasons to Book Your Annual Dermatology Appointment NOW
Your skin is more than just a body covering; it's a superhero, defending your body against harmful elements every day. It's our first line of defense, and as the biggest organ in our bodies, it needs some love in return. One way to do this is by scheduling your annual dermatology visits in advance! Here are four (very) compelling reasons why you should prioritize this appointment:
1. Be Proactive Against Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is unfortunately common, with over 5 million cases diagnosed each year in the United States. But here's the good news: when detected early, it's highly treatable. Regular check-ins with your...
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How Can Visiting Your Local Library Help Solve Louisiana’s Litter Problem?
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How Can Visiting Your Local Library Help...
