In and Around Baton Rouge

in and around Baton Rouge With Kids

Baton Rouge is a big place that offers both the fun of a college campus (Geaux Tigers) and the amenities of a city. There’s a lot to see in and around Baton Rouge. Even if you’ve lived here all your life, there’s still a lot to discover in Louisiana’s capital.

If you’re leaving the house, there’s a good bet that Red Stick Mom has your activity covered, from indoor playgrounds to parks to restaurants to the events that everyone in Baton Rouge is talking about.

At Red Stick Mom, we have family fun in Baton Rouge for all seasons covered, as well as creative ideas for every member of the family. Our team of more than 25 Baton Rouge moms is always looking for activities, events, and inspiration for everything from how to host the perfect Baton Rouge birthday party for kids to hidden gems in Baton Rouge.

Each year, we publish an extensive list of summer camps options in and around Baton Rouge, keeping you informed about all of the best childcare choices for your Baton Rouge family. We’ve got an eye on the local Baton Rouge schools, helping parents make the best decision for their students. We’ll even help you find the best swim lessons in Baton Rouge.

Our writers live in and around Baton Rouge, so we’ve got a lot of experience finding the best things about living in Baton Rouge with kids. We’ve made it through countless weather events like the 2016 floods together and will always connect Baton Rouge moms to one another for assistance and support.

We know that living in Baton Rouge means choosing from a variety of neighborhoods and lifestyles, and we are here for it all. No matter where you live in Baton Rouge, and no matter where your kids go to school in Baton Rouge … Red Stick Mom is here to make life in Baton Rouge with kids easier and more fun!

Editor’s Note :: all Greater Baton Rouge families should thoroughly investigate the available daycare, preschool and child care options in your area. You can also find our Community Neighborhood Guide HERE. In addition, a list of state licensed child care facilities is available on the Louisiana Department of Education-Louisiana Believes website. The Ultimate Guide to Child Care, Preschool and MDOs in Greater Baton Rouge You asked for it and we listened! We have compiled a listing of Greater Baton Rouge area daycares, preschools, and Mother’s Day Out (MDO) programs as recommended by local moms! Don’t see your favorite child care facility on this list? Let us know and we’ll add them. Do you have older / school-aged children in Baton Rouge? Summer...
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...
Our Three Favorite Places for Sweet Treats In Baton Rouge The sweet treats that bring us joy! For my sons and me, there's no better celebration than a trip to the Great American Cookie Company in Zachary, our favorite ice cream haven. This place is the real deal - they let us try ALL the flavors (yes, you read that right ... all of them!) without judging us. It's like they know we're on a mission to find the perfect scoop. And, let me tell you, it's a tough job, but someone's gotta do it! But ice cream isn't the only treat we obsess over. Every year, we make a pilgrimage to Coffee Call off of College St. (best name ever,...
Nostalgia and Girl Power :: Why You Should Attend a Mrs. Roper Romp in Baton Rouge Mrs. Roper was a beloved middle-aged character, the wife of the landlord, from the old sitcom "Three's Company" which aired in the late 1970's to the mid 1980's. She was known for her unique style of vibrant kaftans, big chunky jewelry, curly short hair and her flirtatious manner and joie de vivre. She embraced life to the fullest and was always up to have fun. The Mrs. Roper Romp is a cultural phenomenon that has been taking off in most major cities across the states. It started as a way to raise money for local charities and for like-minded groups to let loose and have...
Worth the Drive :: The Preserve in Fredericksburg, Texas My first experience with an elephant encounter was at the Baton Rouge Zoo. I can only remember this experience by a photograph that I took as a toddler perched on top of a huge elephant with a big smile on my face. After that, I loved weekend visits to the local zoo to see all the animals and loved to see these majestic creatures from afar. I became fascinated with elephants when I worked as a trainer abroad in Mumbai, India. The elephant is considered a sacred animal in India. They are a symbol of protection, compassion, strength, wisdom, stability, and power. One of my greatest memories of my work trip was...

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