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Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Baton Rouge General.  Is it a Cold or RSV? For most healthy babies and young children, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is pretty much like a cold. But, because it may lead to bronchiolitis or pneumonia in those younger than one year old, some children get very sick with RSV. For parents, it’s common to mistake symptoms of RSV for symptoms of a cold, like coughing, sneezing and a fever. So how can you tell if those sniffles are something more than a cold? If your child has RSV, they may experience other symptoms too, including: Wheezing noise when they breathe Refusing to breastfeed or bottle-feed Unusually irritable Lethargic Trouble breathing or pauses in their breathing Signs...

Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by The East Baton Rouge Parish Library.  The Summer Reading Program is Happening Now at The East Baton Rouge Parish Library The East Baton Rouge Parish Library’s 2021 Summer Reading Program, Tails and Tales, is running now through Sunday, August 15! We are continuing our online summer reading program! Our traditional summer reading program, which relied on paper logs, regular visits to the Library, and attendance at Library programs, was impacted last year by the ongoing disruption due to COVID-19, and we’ve pivoted to offer something that works from a distance. Powered by Beanstack, our new program hosting software, there are four Summer Reading Challenges for all ages, as well as tons of online programming family fun...

Disclosure :: This post is written by Dr. Katie Watson and sponsored by Ochsner Baton Rouge. How to Build a Simple Skin Care Routine When building a skin care routine, it is best to start with a simple approach. This helps minimize irritation to your skin and keeps your skin care costs down. It is also easier for busy moms to stick with a simple routine. This three-step approach will have you well on your way to healthy skin! Cleanse It is important to cleanse your skin in the morning before applying skincare products and in the evening before going to bed. A gentle, non-abrasive cleanser applied with your fingertips helps remove oil and debris and prevent clogged pores and breakouts. A medicated cleanser...

Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Baton Rouge General.  Dry Drowning: What to Look For in Children School’s out, pool’s in! But, with this time of year comes that nagging concern about water safety. You may start to see viral stories resurface on social media or news outlets reportcases of “dry drowning,” triggering fear among parents that one accidental gulp at the pool could be fatal days later. It’s a parent’s worst nightmare, and one that’s easily relatable. How many times has one of your kids taken in some water while swimming? It’s pretty common! Drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional death in children ages 1-4 and ages 10-14 years. While most infant drownings occur in bathtubs, most childhood...

Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Studyville. That said, as Baton Rouge moms we couldn't be more excited about taking the summer reading assignments off of our personal to do lists.  End The Summer Reading Battles Summer Reading Assignments? Done. You've heard us rave about Studyville before. When Studyville opened in summer 2020, we shared all of the scoop about why Baton Rouge moms should have this tutoring and educational service on speed dial. Sometimes our kids need additional help with their school work, and as busy working moms we just don't have the time (or, let's face it, know how) to assist our children with their school work. A revolutionary teen work space, Studyville is located in Perkins Rowe to...