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!

Best Baton Rouge Family Photographers Capturing family memories via photographs that will last a lifetime is super important - on that we can surely agree quickly! That said, making time for family photos, choosing outfits, deciding on locations, and choosing an actual photographer and making the leap to schedule them takes a little more time. Our hope is that this guide to the BEST Baton Rouge family photographers makes your life a little easier and takes some of that guess work off of your (sometimes very busy) plate. Also, a friendly PSA :: Don't hesitate to get in the picture, mama! Gather up your confidence and make sure YOU appear in these memories with your family!  The premier Red Stick Mom family...
Looking for more fun to add to your family's summer calendar in 2024? We have you covered when it comes to summer camps, swimming lessons, and splash pads, pools and water parks around Baton Rouge. How about Vacation Bible School (VBS)? Local churches put on these camp-like events featuring Bible lessons, crafts, food, and more for kids all across Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas. We have compiled a guide of Vacation Bible Schools in and around Baton Rouge. Don't miss out on the fun! Vacation Bible Schools In & Around Baton Rouge Baton Rouge The Chapel :: June 10-14 Church of the King :: June 3-7 Grace Life Fellowship :: June 24-27 Harvest Church :: July 15-19 Healing Place Church :: June 11-13 Istrouma :: July 8-11 Jefferson Baptist...
Preparing Kids For A Move Moving is a big event. It is stressful and overwhelming and tiresome...for adults. Imagine what it does to a kid. I moved a lot as a kid and I was not a fan. When we decided it was time to start looking for a new home I wanted to be sure our kids were involved (as much as they could be) in the process. Starting the Process I think it is important to have the kids as involved as they can be for their age(s). When we went to look at houses we brought both of our kids with us. Partially out of lack of baby sitter and partially because it will be their home too. We...
Swim Lessons in Baton Rouge If you are looking for swim lessons in Baton Rouge, this guide to Baton Rouge swim schools and instructors is updated as of January 2023. If there is a Baton Rouge swim school (or private swim lesson option in the Baton Rouge area) missing, drop us a comment! We have pools in our backyards or at a friend's house and often take vacations to lakes or beaches. Water safety is so important when it comes to our kids, and it's never too early for them to learn. For many of us, it's hard to imagine experiencing a near-drowning incident, like one Red Stick parent shares. Having CPR training and being aware of what dry drowning looks...
 Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by BREC.  BREC’S Independence Park Theatre and Cultural Center to offer Summer Film Camp It’s lights, camera, action at BREC’s Independence Park Theatre and Cultural Center’s Summer Film Camp. As part of the Camp BREC 2023 offerings, Independence Park Theatre and Cultural Center (IPT) located at 7800 Independence Blvd Baton Rouge, LA 70806, will be expanding their camp offerings to include not only their musical and acting camps but campers will also be given an the opportunity to  explore movie making with a Youth Film Camp for tweens and teens (ages 9-16) and the inaugural INDY Film Festival for Youth Filmmakers.   While stage and musical acting camps have long been a tradition at IPT, programming staff...

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