In honor of Mother’s Day on May 12, 225 spoke to five dynamic working moms in Baton Rouge to hear their challenges, their motherly advice, and their tips for connecting with their children and holding it all together.
Is there a working mom in your life of whom you are particularly proud? Tell us about her by emailing [email protected].
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ANN TILLAGE Fashion Designer, SLA Collection; Owner, Sharmooz.com Age: 40 Children: Kelsie (left), age 7, and Kameron, age 5 Spouse: Keith Tillage |
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KELLI SCOTT KELLEY Associate Professor of Painting, LSU School of Art Age: 51 Child: Finn (pictured), age 15 Spouse: Bill Kelley |
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ELIZABETH HESS Orthodontist Age: 31 Child: Hamlin (pictured), age 15 months Spouse: Darren Hess |
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ALICIA MARION Server, California Pizza Kitchen Age: 32 Children: (left to right) Presley, age 14; Aprilleo, age 5; ; Noelle, age 11; and Shawn, age 15 |
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GABBY LOUBIERE Owner, Brew Ha Ha Age: 39 Children: Lilly (left), age 7, and Sophie, age 9 Fiance: Walker Higgins |