Jessica Hauerwas
Jessica is a nonprofit leader who loves bopping around Lafayette for the best burgers or bands in town. She is the Executive Director of Downtown Lafayette Unlimited where she runs the day-to-day nonprofit. She and her husband Chris have three littles at home (Jane, Clark, and Louise) where there is lots of giggling and always a cup of coffee brewing. Jessica is passionate about community-building and empowering working mothers. Jessica also volunteers for various organizations, is a member of the Lafayette Re-Entry Coalition, a graduate of Leadership Lafayette, and a survivor of being a mother of three under 4.
“Don’t Go To Bed Angry” And Other Marriage Advice I Don’t Take
“Don’t Go To Bed Angry” And Other Marriage Advice I Don’t Take
My husband and I are coming up on our 5-year wedding anniversary. In that time we have had 3 children, four job changes,...
Stay-At-Home Moms :: I Was Wrong, And I’m Sorry
Stay-At-Home Moms :: I Was Wrong, And I’m Sorry
In September, I had an unplanned departure from my job. It was a mutual decision, and long term was for the best for both parties, but...
Voting Is A Big Deal {And Other Lessons I Teach My Kids About Civic...
Voting Is A Big Deal {And Other Lessons I Teach My Kids About Civic Engagement}
I grew up with a very politically aware grandmother. I remember vividly watching the George W. Bush and Al Gore...
5 Signs Your Newborn May Have A Dairy Allergy
5 Signs Your Newborn May Have A Dairy Allergy
Guys, having a newborn is HARD. The sleep deprivation, the feeding schedules, the other children to tend to–it’s a LOT. I thought I had it all...
Top 10 Reads For National Book Month
Top 10 Reads For National Book Month
To celebrate National Book Month throughout October, I compiled a list of some of my favorite reads from over the last few years. Some are fiction, some are...
Downtown Lafayette :: Safe And Family-Friendly Fun
Downtown Lafayette :: Safe And Family-Friendly Fun
I am a huge fan of Downtown Lafayette. I worked for various employers located in the district, and I now serve on the board of directors. I am...
Teaching My Kids The Power Of “No”
Teaching My Kids The Power Of “No”
I am almost certain this word was not introduced into my vocabulary until I was in my 30s. Maybe I am exaggerating, but growing up I felt like...
Dear Daughter, Women In Sports Are Amazing
Dear Daughter, Women In Sports Are Amazing
This last week was a thrilling one for our home. I grew up playing soccer and had a brief stint in competitive gymnastics. My daughter just started her...
5 Ways To Help Moms In Their Postpartum Era
5 Ways To Help Moms In Their Postpartum Era
Having three kids in four years has given me a crash course in the postpartum life. I have quickly learned what is most helpful, the best...
A Mom Without a Dad :: A Father’s Day Reflection
A Mom Without a Dad :: A Father’s Day Reflection
For 16 years I have grappled with the third Sunday in June. Every year it brings a new wave of emotion: sadness, anger, peace, hope,...