The homework fight ensues again with the aggressive behavior and the meltdowns, the exhausting hours of fussing and sitting at the table, throwing tantrums and complete drama. When will it ever end? These are the comments and questions heard by many counselors and therapists as …
Minding the Gap
As a young adult, I never imagined the picture of raising children to involve me lying face down in the yard with turf in my teeth. And yet, here I am. I blame middle school as it is, most assuredly, a contact sport. This fall, …
A New Medication For Weight Loss?
Obesity is a common, serious, and costly disease. If you’ve ever tried to lose weight and failed, you’re in good company. Nearly three-quarters of Americans are overweight (BMI >/= 25) or obese (BMI >/= 30), according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and …
Give Back Spotlight: White Out Cancer Gala
American Cancer Society’s White Out Cancer Gala August 13, 2022 Please help the American Cancer Society finish the fight against cancer. Join us at the American Cancer Society’s White Out Cancer Gala on August 13, 2022 for a one-of-a-kind evening, featuring great food, dancing, a …
Dr. Julie Lessiter
Megann McDaniel, another great leader in the area, recently sat down with Dr. Lessiter to discuss her role at LSUS and how other women can step into their own and find their positive vibe. Dr. Julie Lessiter is the Vice Chancellor of Strategic Initiatives at …
Market Flowers
Written By Erin Souder, Owner And Creative Director For Earnest Home Co. The step-by-step tutorial that will take your market bunch of flowers from ho-hum to perfection! You can arrange a whole case full of varying blooms to create a striking arrangement out of the …
Back To School Kindness
Kindness is quite literally defined as the qualities of being friendly, generous, and considerate. These characteristics are important for all students to adhere to in order to make new friends, to help new students feel included and for students to feel good about themselves, thus …
It’s Not A Competition
Celebrate, Collaborate, and Cheer each other on! Which “C” are you? Business, home, friendship, relationships, even family. We find ourselves living the wrong “C” Life. Have you ever found yourself asking “Why not me”? Or saying, “They don’t deserve it more than me!”. Maybe you find yourself …
The Power of Play: The Perfect Playroom
What makes a good playroom? The playroom in our house is actually an old formal sitting room. It’s a small place, but it works perfectly for our family. Since it’s situated right off of the kitchen, I can see both boys while I’m cooking. This …
Juvenile Arthritis: What You Need To Know
July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness month. Not everyone knows that kids can present with arthritis as early after first year of their age. Juvenile Idiopathic arthritis (JIA), also known as pediatric rheumatic disease, is an umbrella term to describe the inflammatory rheumatic diseases that develop …
The Importance of Instilling Resilience
As we all grapple with the violence seen both locally with the shooting in South Highlands and nationally with the recent Uvalde shooting, our community needs to know that LSU Health Shreveport is working behind the scenes to address youth violence. The Institute for Childhood Resilience …
The Bernard House
In the very northeast corner of Louisiana, rests a little town in a curve of the Mississippi River, situated on an oxbow lake that was once part of the river itself. Cypress trees, glowing in autumn, line a lake that (more often than not) offers …
Hostess With The Mostess: Healthy On A Budget
It’s not all about kale I promise! With the rising grocery cost and in some cases, limited availability, the average budget is being blown on groceries before the month is even halfway finished. So what is a family to do? I have laid out some …
The Bayou Woman
Captain Wendy Wilson Billiot, better known as “The Bayou Woman,” takes the term Louisiana Lady to a new level. Captain Wendy is a US Coast Guard licensed captain and this Louisiana Lady has truly done it all. The list of her accomplishments include: freelance writer, …
Road Tripping Louisiana: Hammond/Ponchatoula
Lola Magazine is taking you on a road trip throughout the next several issues in our series, Road Tripping Louisiana. We will be traveling around Louisiana and sharing our experiences in some of our most delightful small towns. If you are looking for a weekend …
Women in Business – Jamie Hunt
Content provided by Women’s Business Enterprise National Council Fast Penny Spirits Releases Their Italian-Style Amaro to Louisiana Amaricano and Amaricano Bianca to restaurants and retailers across Louisiana. Based in Seattle and inspired by the founder’s Italian heritage, the company is committed to stirring up change. The …
Summer Fresh Favorites
Fresh summer produce is always a treat, especially with no-fail recipes that are simple but delicious. Check out our favorite easy recipes that can be quickly whipped together with few ingredients and still bring all the flavors of summer. This Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint …



























