Mom Tips, Tricks and Hacks

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As Baton Rouge moms, we know what it takes to keep a household running, and we understand that motherhood is hard. There’s always a ton to do and never enough time to get everything done! Sometimes us moms need a quick fix or advice from other moms on how to save time. Just like you, Red Stick Mom writers are always open to a more efficient way to handle things and willingly share their best mom hacks, tips and tricks when they find them.

Here at Red Stick Mom, we offer dozens of ideas from diverse perspectives in our mom hacks, tips and tricks category. From taking road trips from Baton Rouge to meatless meals to natural cold remedies, we’ve written about it. 

Curious how to freshen up your skin routine? We suggest you try slugging. Looking for a faster way to fix your hair? Try the lazy mom’s guide to hair. Wondering if there’s a better way to cook bacon? Try this mom hack for cooking the best bacon ever and thank us later. What’s motherhood without perfecting your bacon, are we right? That’s the kind of content our Mom hacks, tips and tricks section highlights. 

That said, not all of Red Stick Mom’s mom hacks, tips and tricks are about fixing food or mom’s self care. Maybe you are looking for a better way to store your family’s precious photo memories. Have you ever wondered what to do with the cupcakes that your kids inevitably didn’t finish? You haven’t really lived until you’ve tried “recycle cake.” We even get intimate with other topics like why every mom should try period panties and the value of a nursing cart when there’s a newborn in your home.

Our writing team of 25+ local Baton Rouge moms really work hard to ensure that local parents benefit from our tried and true mom hacks, tips and tricks. Our goal is to make living in Baton Rouge with kids – and motherhood overall – easier and more fun, and we’re here to share what we know! 

The Heat Is On :: LSU Vs UCLA Maison was excited yet exhausted. We had just left his football game Saturday morning on our way to the LSU vs UCLA game. It was a family affair, my sister, brother and sister in-law and my niece who is a future tiger, came to watch the game with us. Before we got to LSU, we stopped and bought cooling rags to keep us from getting overheated and even passing out. We felt the heat for Maison game at 9am. We were going to feel the heat at 2:30pm game.   That did not stop the adrenaline rush we all shared when we arrived at tailgating to party with the Tigers and Fans. Purple and...
Dinner Dash!! The dinner dash! After school homework and practice. My tiny tornados, Jack and Jacob, burst through the door, ready to refuel. Jacob's gotta get his scooter tricks on, while Jack's practicing his jump shot, dreaming of NBA stardom. But first, we've got a garden to water, turtles to feed, and maybe a sneaky water fight or two (or ten). Then, it's time to cook up some magic! Here are our go-to recipes that'll make your taste buds do the happy dance: One-Pot Pasta Palooza Ingredients: - 1 “big” pot - 1 cup pasta - 1 cup marinara sauce - 1 cup shredded mozzarella - 1/4 cup parmesan cheese -1 lb Italian sausage Steps: 1. Brown Italian sausage 2.Boil pasta 3.Add sausage to pasta 4.Add sauce 5.Sprinkle cheese, because priorities! Funny highlight: Jack once added an...
Why the LSU Rural Life Museum is Our Family’s Go-To Spot Even though the calendar says fall, the Louisiana summer heat is still in full effect. A girl can dream though, and I am embracing the arrival of my favorite time of the year. Can you feel that? A hint of crispness in the air, the scent of pumpkin spice, and the joy of the “Ber” months finally upon us! As soon as September hits, my family gears up for a season of fun, and our favorite place to enjoy it all? The LSU Rural Life Museum! This treasure in Baton Rouge has become our go-to spot for family outings from September through December, offering unique seasonal events that are...
Things you need to know before reading on. This is a post about my breasts. In my house, we call them The Ladies. The Ladies have distinct personalities and preferences. The left is named Simone, the right Françoise. I don't remember naming them; just, at some point in my 30s, they introduced themselves to me with their unique identities, rolling their eyes at my ignorance. They presented themselves separately to my husband, who – if he was surprised – accepted their acquaintance with good grace, and to this day manifests respect for each of them; their quirks and idiosyncratic behaviors make him laugh. Simone and Françoise flirt with my husband, their French-accented rivalries good-natured, if barbed. They accuse each other...
Le Chien Brewing Company :: Local Fun as a Family I don't know about you, but we're always on the lookout for some unique, fun, family experiences that don't break the bank. We found one in a kind of surprising place, a brewery. Located in Denham Springs, Le Chien Brewing Company is a family, and pet, friendly craft brewery. This place feels like a hidden gem that shouldn't be hidden! A few years ago I was scrolling social media one day and I came across a children's book reading. It sounded like a fun, free, activity for my young kids. As an added bonus it was located at a Le Chien Brewing Company, it seemed like a good way to try...

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