Mary Olivio
Mary is a caffeine addicted boy mom to Noah, Liam and Luke. This “stay at home” mom can typically been found cruising in her minivan, jamming to Beyonce with a Starbucks in hand on her way to carpool or after school activities. Mary has been married to her high school sweetheart since 2007. She is a founder of Delivering Hope NOLA and the Vanessa Wolff Scholarship Fund at her Alma Mater. Mary is passionate in the local preemie community and has been heavily involved with the March of Dimes since her sons Liam and Luke were born premature.
NOLA Moms Need to Know :: New Orleans Activities in September 2022
While it still may be hot outside, September is here! Grab yourself a Pumpkin Spice Latte and take a look at our September Guide. Our monthly guide for all of our favorite family friendly...
New Orleans Mom is 10! Let’s Celebrate with $5,000 in Giveaways!
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Our Families May Be Different But We Are All Mothers
I’m fortunate to have many fantastic friends with beautiful families, and a few of them are part of the new normal. What is the new normal you ask?
It’s gay parenting.
Growing up, I didn’t have...
Summer Safety Tip: Why The Color of Your Child’s Swimsuit Matters
It’s hot outside, y’all! Sunny days are ahead and along with that comes swimming. One of the things my sons look forward to each year is picking out a new swimsuit. If you walk...
LEGOLAND :: A Must Do When Visiting Orlando
LEGOLAND :: A Must Do When Visiting Orlando
It was the week before Mardi Gras break, and my family decided last minute to go on a trip. We went to Gatlinburg last year and visited...
Lizzo To Appear at 2021 Jazz Fest :: 4 Reasons Why you Should be...
Lizzo herself will be making an appearance at Jazz Fest 2021! If you don't already have plans to go, now you should! We get asked a lot if Jazz Fest is family-friendly, and the...
Father’s Day is THIS Sunday!
PSA :: Father's Day is this Sunday! For whatever reason, this year it has really snuck up on me! Between school letting out, a family vacation and shuffling the kids to and from camp;...
NOLA Moms Need to Know :: New Orleans Activities in February 2021
While Mardi Gras may be canceled, there are still lots of activities in the New Orleans area to celebrate! This month if full of family friendly Valentines and Mardi Gras events. Make sure to...
Ten Years Later
Ten years ago last month, I found out I was pregnant for a second time. This time getting pregnant wasn’t as easy as the first, so seeing those 2 pink lines after TTC for...
‘Cause We Need a Little Christmas
"right this very minute!"
Bring on Christmas! It may only be early November, but I have my Lifetime Christmas Movie on while I am snuggled up in my bed with some coffee. Christmas is without...
Our Son’s Ride on a Helicopter: What Abby Means To Us
Disclosure :: Children's Hospital of New Orleans is a sponsor of New Orleans Mom. That said, we are extremely grateful for life saving and critical help they provide patients, both locally and across the...
Dear NICU Nurse
Dear NICU Nurses,
As a mom to two miraculous preemies who both had their own journey in the NICU, I am extremely grateful to the wonderful nurses who took care of my sons. There is...
Target Drive Up :: Game Changer
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Attention all Moms, I repeat...
Tips for Traveling to the Beach During Covid-19
To vacation or not to vacation, that is the question!
Starting in April, I found my social media feed full of beautiful beach pictures. Since everyone was doing virtual school, families decided to to opt...