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! 

Healthy Snacks For Toddlers Healthy snacks help manage your little one’s hunger and boost nutrition. Snacks may also help prevent overeating at meals, especially for our picky eaters. Snack time is also the perfect time to add more nutrients to your child’s diet. When picking out snacks, you should always choose food that are high in fiber and protein. Foods with these nutrients take more time to digest. Fiber comes from vegetables, fruits and whole grains. Protein comes from milk, meats, eggs, nuts, beans, cheese and nut butters. During snack time, I offer my daughter whole foods that provide energy and nutrition. Some of her favorite snacks are :: Bananas • are high in potassium and magnesium. They also contain carotenoids that are...
Disclosure :: this post contains affiliate links. Watch for Exploding Kittens and Flying Burritos :: Family Game Night Ideas Gone are the days of Candyland and Chutes and Ladders in my house, and I couldn’t be happier about it. Now that my kids are older, family game night has become much more exciting. If your family hasn’t made this a tradition yet or if you’re looking to take things up a notch, here are some games to consider: Exploding Kittens (ages 7 and up): This one is a fan favorite in my house, and despite the name, no kittens are actually harmed. Exploding Kittens is all about strategy, and unless you want to lose, your strategy needs to be to annihilate the competition. To...
9 Ways To Save On School Supplies School supply shopping was once my absolute favorite time of year... and then I became the person footing the bill for school supplies. Suddenly the joy and excitement of walking down an aisle of notebooks, folders, and colorful pens turned into dread. With inflation what it is today, money saving tips are always appreciated, but especially so when you're shopping for multiple kids while also trying to budget for uniforms, shoes, and all the other things that come with the start of a new school year. To save a few bucks this year (and hopefully some anxiety as well), I put together a list of tips when you tackle school supplies this summer! 1. Set...
My Dad :: My Hero My wonderful father, Dr. Bill McHenry, is an extraordinary individual who has made a profound impact on my life and the lives of those around him. His dedication to his family, community, and grandchildren is truly inspiring, and his recent receipt of the Presidential Award for Mentorship is a well-deserved recognition of his tireless efforts. As a father, he has been a constant presence in my life and that of my brother, attending every recital, practice, and tournament. My dad was even the coach of my softball team. Every Sunday, we would go to Starbucks to catch up with the latest events. My dad continues to show up for my sons, Jack and Jacob, at their...
Fromage Blanc :: What's That? If you’re hosting and need an easy dish or if you’re invited out and need an easy transport dish – are you always thinking, “OMG WTH am I going to bring?!” Well, I got you! This is quick, delicious and you’re guaranteed to always leave with an empty crockpot! It only has three ingredients! THAT’S IT! 2 blocks of Philadelphia Cream Cheese 1 can of Rotel Tomatoes 16oz of Jimmy Dean breakfast sausage And it’s pretty quick too. So, if you’re hosting – it’s one of those things you can leave on and tend to your guests or other things. I always cook the breakfast sausage the night before and store in the fridge. That way, the...

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