Holly Clegg was one of Baton Rouge Family Fun’s greatest supporters. She shared many recipes and resources with Baton Rouge Family Fun. We hope they will continue to be enjoyed by families in Baton Rouge and beyond for years to come. Below is one of her posts from 2018; it’s a community favorite, and it’s […]
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With Louisiana gearing up for a historic snowfall, the excitement is building for what will likely be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Since snowstorms aren’t typical for us, many families, like ours, don’t own sleds. But with a bit of creativity and some household items, you can easily make your own Homemade Sled for a fun time!
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Louisiana parents will be able to apply next spring for the first round of state government funding for private school tuition, tutoring, and other educational expenses for the 2025 academic year under the state’s new Louisiana GATOR Scholarship Program. The LA GATOR (Louisiana Giving All True Opportunity) Scholarship Program, created by the 2024 Louisiana Legislature
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Back to school…three words that represent great joy to parents who are ready to get back to routine and bring great anguish and “pain” to kids who aren’t quite ready to give up their summer freedom. In order to ensure a smooth transition from the fun and less structured summer into a new school year,
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Great news for Baton Rouge moms: Woman’s Hospital will open Louisiana’s first inpatient mental health unit for pregnant and postpartum women in September 2024. Pregnancy and having a baby can trigger intense emotions, from excitement and happiness to being overwhelmed and anxious. Women face hormonal and physical changes and the new responsibilities of caring for
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Let’s be honest, the back-to-school season is STRESSFUL. As moms, we carry the brunt of that stress burden. From uniform shopping to supply lists, new shoes to backpacks, moms are making lists and checking them twice. We are also attending to more than the logistics, which speaks to the emotional toll of this season. We
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Are you feeling exhausted after a whirlwind summer? 🌞🔥 Get ready for the upcoming school and holiday season with a well-deserved RETREAT! 🌿🧘♂️ Whether it’s a relaxing escape with your partner, bonding time with friends, team-building with colleagues, or a soul-renewing solo experience, nothing nourishes the spirit like a RETREAT! That’s where RENEW Wellness Retreat
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March is Trisomy Awareness Month, and World Down Syndrome Awareness Day is March 21, and it just so happens our lives were changed by a trisomy condition this month last year. Most people have 23 pairs of chromosomes, resulting in 46 total chromosomes total. However, a trisomy disorder is where a person has a full
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(HealthDay News) — Arriving home safe and sound is one of the best Halloween treats of all – below you will find 5 Tips for Safe Trick or Treating. First, be sure that costumes and goody bags have reflective strips that improve visibility to drivers! Trick-or-treaters should also carry a flashlight, and costumes should be
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Are you a parent, grandparent, foster parent, aunt, or college student? Love Baton Rouge? Maybe you don’t have kids, but you grew up here and loved every second! Are you a part of an adventurous family? Do you love writing, taking photos, and sharing content on social media? Do you want to share your best tips and top places to
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A smooth-sailing morning and you’re all ready to tackle whatever the day brings. A mad rush out the door clutching a breakfast bar, papers flying and shoes untied, and you’ll all need a nap by noon. A well-planned morning routine helps children handle problems, perform in school, and get along with others far better than
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“Ask the Experts” is a series on Baton Rouge Family Fun where local experts share their thoughts, opinions and answer questions relating to health, wellness, parenting and living in Baton Rouge. This week on Ask the Experts, Smith Shanklin Sosa, fellow Baton Rouge parents, are sharing a few Summer Travel Safety Tips. Summer and road trips go together like
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