The weather has finally changed, the holidays are upon us and so are school breaks for our kids. Many moms are already planning vacations, having family over, and so many other fun things to keep the kids entertained.
However, some...
My husband and I went through the loss (miscarriage) of our first baby at just five weeks. Afterward, I knew I was different. Research shows that pregnancy changes a woman's brain. My desire to nurture was intensified. My longing...
Fall is here and with it one of my favorite holidays, Dia de Los Muertos. This holiday is filled with color, culture, music, and flavor!
A day to remember the dead by celebrating life.
Building an ofrenda is the beginning of...
Fall is by far my favorite season in Albuquerque. The temperatures are a perfect warm in the afternoon, cold in the morning, there's no wind like in Spring, and the leaves all turn colors.
I love to decorate and it's...
Check out these Trunk or Treat events around Albuquerque! Don’t forget you can always comment or email ABQ Mom with your additions if we've missed one.
We would like to thank Manzano Day School for Sponsoring this Guide to Trunk-or-Treats.
Manzano...
Bento lunches are commonplace among Asian households. These adorable boxed lunches can be seen as an extension of love in the form of edible art. It has been said that a mother's love can be measured by how elaborate...
With costs of higher education rising and student debt posing a burden on many families, a 529 college savings plan is a unique gift option that will make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of your loved ones....
Christmas time is here! Time for decorating the house, hanging the lights, baking yummy treats, taking pictures for holiday cards, shopping for the perfect gifts, and getting into the spirit of Christmas.
I enjoy all that goes into making holidays...
Life with two toddlers can be quite overwhelming at times. And it's even more of a whirlwind now because I'm currently 21 weeks pregnant with baby number three! In all of the chaos, diaper changes, and cleaning up dried...
St. Patrick's Day in Ireland
In honor of St. Patrick's Day, I thought it would be fun to share some things about celebrating this holiday in its country of origin. My family and I lived in Ireland from January 2014...
December in Albuquerque is a magical time of year for us because, as a city, we shine brightly in so many ways. There are lights, music, great food, and family-friendly events for all. Check it all out below on...
I'm the type of person that loves having some decorations around for every holiday. This year, I decided to create my own Valentine's Day decorations using items I mainly found from The Dollar Tree. They are easy to make...
The paternal wisdom and hard work of the men who showed up for us deserve the greatest recognition.
Father’s Day is this coming Sunday, June 18. There’s still time to put together a wonderful (and local!) gift to demonstrate just...
My husband and I are not big on common traditions. We rarely decorate the house for holidays or birthdays, and if you ask us what we're doing for the Fourth of July or Thanksgiving, we'll probably look at each...
In + Around ABQ
Guide to Isotopes Games with Kids :: Play Ball!
Baseball is known to be America's pastime. Here in Albuquerque, it's obvious that we agree. We're lucky enough to house one of the biggest...
