Baton Rouge Parents Magazine—December 2024

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DECEMBER 2024 • ISSUE 413

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IN EVERY ISSUE 4 @BRPARENTS.COM 8 A NOTE FROM MOM 62 THINGS TO DO 70 THINGS WE LOVE 72 THE LAST WORD 74 SNAPSHOTS CONNECT 14 BOOK CORNER 16 CRAFT CORNER LIVE 18 DAD NEXT DOOR 20 THRIVE 22 FAITH 10 COMMUNITY 12 EDUCATION

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ON THE COVER 2024-25 Cover Kid August D. will turn five next March. His favorite movie is The Wild Robot , and he hopes to one day become a robot repairman! When it comes to music, his song of choice is “Welcome to New York” by Taylor Swift. As a first- time Cover Kid, August had a spectacular time during his photo shoot, especially because he was able to show off his light-up slippers.

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FEATURES 26 WHAT MOMS REALLY WANT FOR CHRISTMAS

50 TOP 5 TIPS FOR TOY SAFETY Keep kiddos safe by checking their toys for these components. By Sanonna Al Taweel 54 UNDERSTANDING RSV Explore the symptoms and prevention of RSV, while utilizing these care tips. By Sanonna Al Taweel

While a robe is a nice gift, there are other things on mom’s wish list this year. By Victoria Mikota 30 SPARKLY GEAUX GUIDE 67+ holiday

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58 8 GREAT FAMILY TRADITIONS TO START IN 2025 Reconnect with your spouse and children with these activities. By Pam Molnar

experiences to enjoy with the family this holiday season. By BRPM

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