ABQ Mom

Vanessa loves her people and loves Albuquerque and has lots to say about both. She’s married to her high school sweetheart, Nate, and they have three kids (Micah, Corban, & Evangeline). Originally from Florida, she’s lived in Albuquerque since 2009 when she and her family relocated to start a new church. Even though she misses wearing flip-flops year-round, New Mexico has truly enchanted her, and the desert feels like home. When she is not chauffeuring children about town, Vanessa works as the Director of Strategy and partner of Cottonwood Advertising, enjoys volunteering at church, loves watching college football, and drinks a little too much coffee. She is passionate about connecting women with each other, loving her people, and finding the good in her place. View all articles by Vanessa here.

Lauren is a mom who is passionate about Albuquerque, her family, and her community. She grew up in Albuquerque and loves living in this incredibly cultural city. She believes in bringing mothers together in a way that creates a lasting community bond. All women deserve to belong to a tribe, and she works hard to create situations to make that a possibility. In 2011 she graduated from UNM and has worked in advertising with local companies ever since. Traveling with her family, eating the best food, and finding the greatest coffee is what makes her happiest. View all articles by Lauren here.

Paige is mom to three hilarious, energetic boys born in 2012, 2014, and 2017. She grew up in Colorado but is now proud to call Albuquerque home after living in New Mexico for over 13 years. You might find her cheering on her boys at a soccer game or going on a walk with a friend in the beautiful Albuquerque weather. Paige is married to her high-school sweetheart, Ben, and they work together to raise their three sons with lots of laughter and lots of love. View all articles by Paige here.

Rachel is an Arizona-born, Navajo mama who’s raising two adventurous kiddos (and one spirited fur baby) with her amazing husband in the heart of New Mexico. For 14 years, she’s embraced the Land of Enchantment, thriving on the chaos of school drop-offs, game days, and last-minute road trips in the family travel trailer. Whether she’s chasing sunsets in the mountains, cheering at a baseball game, or uncovering New Mexico’s hidden gems, Rachel is all about making memories and finding magic in everyday moments. View all articles by Rachel here.

Lorissa Marshall is a wife, proud mama, and community builder who can often be found in the bleachers cheering on her kids just as passionately as she champions local businesses. As the Business Development Director for ABQ Mom, she creates meaningful partnerships that connect families to trusted resources across Albuquerque. With over a decade of leadership experience in education and healthcare, Lorissa blends strategy with heart in everything she does. She is also the founder of Hueless Teeth Whitening, a brand focused on confidence and entrepreneurship. Lorissa believes strong families, bold women, and thriving local businesses build lasting legacy.

Lindsey Anderson is a writer, military spouse, and mom to three children (born in 2018, 2019, and 2023). Before having kids, she worked as a newspaper reporter, but now she embraces the role of a stay-at-home mom, navigating the challenges of military life. In the summer of 2024, Lindsey and her family made the move to New Mexico. It’s the third state her two oldest have called home—the seventh house for one and the fourth school for another! Amid the moves and solo parenting stints, Lindsey is dedicated to raising resilient, kind, and open-hearted “military brats.” When they’re not diving into new friendships and activities, you’ll find Lindsey, her husband, and their kids working their way through their extensive New Mexico bucket list. View all articles by Lindsey here.

Originally from rural Wisconsin, Tammira has lived in Albuquerque for over 20 years and considers herself a true Burqueña. She loved learning about New Mexico in various geography and planning courses, and by diving right into the experiences that the state has to offer. Tammira earned a Master of Science in Geography from UNM and works as a GIS professional. Her family is always up for an adventure; you can find Tammira, her husband, and two boys camping and hiking, visiting museums, or attending an Isotopes game. Tammira loves learning, coffee, all things geospatial, antiquing, cooking, DIY, and curling up on the couch with her boys to watch a Friday night movie. View all articles by Tammira here.

Taylor is a new mom as of 2021 and the owner of T. Rayne Photography. She married her kindergarten sweetheart and is a cancer survivor. She has her bachelor's degree in business marketing but is truly passionate about writing, capturing memories, and…coffee. Surviving cancer at 23 years old has changed her perspective on life, and she loves to share her faith-filled testimony with the world in hopes that she can be used to inspire others. Follow Taylor on Instagram or check out her website.

Adriana is a proud third-generation Albuquerque native, born and raised. She is a single mom to two daughters, born in 2016 and 2020, and works full-time as a registered behavioral technician, supporting children with autism. A survivor of domestic violence, Adriana shares her story and the lessons she has learned in the hope of helping others. She takes pride in her personal growth and is always eager to learn and explore new ways to evolve.

Adriana has a passion for attending local events and discovering new places to eat, food is her love language! She enjoys cooking, experimenting with new recipes, and getting creative in the kitchen. Adriana especially loves trying new foods while traveling. View all articles by Adriana here.

Aimee is a native New Mexican with a deep-rooted connection to the land and culture of the Land of Enchantment. Aimee is married to her high school crush, Brian. They are living their fairy tale with two amazing sons, Kane and Donovan, and Brian’s daughter, Alexi. She thrives on creating memorable experiences with them. Aimee is a successful real estate broker, and she and Brian have built a prosperous house flipping and real estate investment business together. In her free time, Aimee enjoys work/life balance, traveling, watching her kids play baseball, working out, and creating culinary masterpieces. View all articles by Aimee here.

Bianca is a native New Mexican, hairstylist turned stay-at-home mom. As a pastor’s wife, you can often find her serving in some capacity at their church, including their preschool where she enjoys loving on and supporting her students and families. Between her time spent homeschooling and serving, Bianca enjoys thrifting, crafting, taking (way too many) photos of her three kids, and watching reruns of "The Office." Being the true extrovert that she is, Bianca loves meeting new people and trying new things. View all articles by Bianca here.

Cheyanne is an elementary teacher who is now a stay-at-home mom raising her two sons! Cheyanne has always had a passion for taking photos, making videos, and writing. Social media is a huge outlet for her because she is deep into dinosaurs, wrestling, and mac and cheese most days! Cheyanne's husband is a realtor here in Albuquerque who also works from home, so her little family gets quite a bit of time together, which is so special! Cheyanne enjoys working out and making her own content on Instagram.

Hannah is mom to two young, very active boys. She is a lover of biking, hiking, swimming, baking, and a lot of reading!

Jamie Moyle is a proud military wife, boy mom, and health + wellness advocate who’s always chasing adventure with her family. Whether she’s cheering on her boys, sweating it out in the gym, or searching for the best local coffee shop, she believes life is meant to be lived fully and joyfully. A lover of travel, homemade sourdough, and making every place feel like home, Jamie has a gift for turning everyday moments into memories. With a heart for people and passion for wellness, she’s the friend who will inspire you to live healthier, laugh louder, and explore more. View all articles by Jamie here.

Kristen is a born and raised New Mexican. She and her husband got married in 2018 after having been together since 2009—true high school sweethearts. Together, they have two sons: their oldest son was born in February of 2022 and their youngest son was born in September of 2023. She has two German short-haired pointers, Lily and Felina, who she tries to bring along on her adventures as much as possible. She is a former 5th grade teacher turned stay at home mom. Kristen loves nature, going on adventures with her kids and her dogs, crafting, reading, spending time with friends and family, and staying active. If you enjoy glimpses of motherhood, adventures, and everyday life, she'd love for you to follow along on TikTok and Instagram @kristen__gonzalez!

Mackenzie is wife to her high school sweetheart, Tael, and mom to one daughter, Rosie, born in December 2024. Originally from New York, Mackenzie and her husband packed up their sedan, set off on a cross-country road trip, and moved to New Mexico in 2019. They love the wide-open spaces, proximity to the mountains, and slower pace of life. During the day, Mackenzie works as a special education resource teacher for Albuquerque Public Schools. She is an active member at her local church and loves serving her community alongside her husband and daughter. View all of Mackenzie's articles here.

Marybeth is an Albuquerque native who has been married to her husband, Jacob, since September 2018. They lived in Roswell, NM for the majority of their relationship and moved back to Albuquerque in December 2021. Together, they are parents to two beautiful children. Her daughter Ava passed away shortly after she was born in 2019. She gave birth to her son Carson in 2020, and her second son Camden in 2023. Marybeth enjoys coffee, matcha, a good book, white wine, and all the pizza. She can often be found with her family at a baseball game, a great Taco Tuesday, or a brewery. View all articles by Marybeth here.

Michelle is a wife and mom of twin girls. She and her family have lived in the Rio Rancho area since 2017, and they love hiking together and trying new restaurants. In her free time, she enjoys writing creepy, spooky, stories. View all articles by Michelle here.  

Michelle is a 30-year-old mommy to a beautiful little boy named Omari. Omari was just recently brought into the world in 2024, and with him being Michelle’s first child, she is extremely proactive in ensuring he feels supported and loved for his first years of life. Prior to being baby O’s mama, Michelle was a special education teacher for a Title 1 school. I guess you could say she always had a passion for connection, advocacy, and bringing together people through experiences. Although Michelle is originally from NY, she has lived here in NM for about a decade now, and it’s really become home for her little family. Michelle and her husband love to travel, and it’s no surprise that her bubbly personality loves to be outdoors, trying new things, and snapping photos and videos along the way. You can find more of her on TikTok or Instagram to keep up with all things mom content, lifestyle, fitness, and more. View all articles by Michelle here.

A born and raised Burqueña, after 2005 Nat lived throughout the USA but returned in 2019 shortly after her kiddo, René, was born. She is a solo parent using gender-expansive and gentle parenting. She has multiple beloved pets. In 2024, Nat launched her business, Ghost Toast LLC, to coach clients on public speaking and ghostwrite any documents or presentations for her clients’ personal and/or professional use. Additionally, Nat fosters animals for CABQ, transports rescue animals, binges TV shows, makes memes, officiates Roller Derby, and runs many miles at an incredibly slow pace. Online you can find her via Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or on her website. View all articles by Nat here.

Nicole is a 32-year-old Native New Mexican, born and raised in Albuquerque with a strong connection to her Northern New Mexican roots. She's a first-time mom to a beautiful baby girl named Vivian Vail, who was born in June of 2023. She has been married to her husband and best friend since September 2017, and they are hoping to grow their sweet family sooner than later! Nicole is a gym girlie, DIYer, and self proclaimed Macgyver. Nicole’s motto is “If there’s a will, there’s a way” and that has helped shape her way of living and provided her with a resourceful mindset. She enjoys being with family, taking her daughter to try different activities around town, trying new restaurants, traveling, and her occasional girls' nights with her besties. Her favorite place to be is cuddled up on the couch with her daughter, watching Disney movies and sharing a bowl of Jell-O. She’s a girl's girl and a true girly girl at that. Nicole is a UNM grad with a degree in communications and criminology, but being a mom was her true dream and wish come true! View all of Nicole's articles here.

Olivia arrived in Albuquerque in mid-2024, captivated by the city’s rich culture and stunning landscapes. She is the founder and CEO of the non-profit Yoga For First Responders® and co-owner of FlickerMill Candles, a non-toxic, small-batch candle company that originally began as a way to support IVF medical bills. Within the candle shop, Olivia hosts donation-based community yoga classes and also operates a baby equipment rental business. She and her husband, Eric, welcomed their daughter, Aurelia, in December 2022. In a previous chapter of her life, Olivia danced in Broadway shows in NYC and graced the stage as one of Las Vegas’ iconic showgirls, sparkling in Swarovski crystals in the legendary Bally’s Jubilee. View all articles by Olivia here.

Sarah was born and raised in Colorado. After graduating from college, she did what she affectionately calls the “academic tour of the west.” With her amazing husband, who pursued many years of higher education, they moved from Colorado to Tucson to Albuquerque to Los Angeles. In the summer of 2021, she welcomed her sweet and curious son Arthur. In 2022, Sarah and family made the move back to the Land of Enchantment! Sarah worked in Environmental Engineering until 2023, when she transitioned into being a full-time stay-at-home mom. Sarah loves adventures with her family and looks forward to encouraging other moms! View all article by Sarah here.

Shantel is a 26 year old, stay at home mom of two toddler boys. View all articles by Shantel here.

Stephanie Luna is a New Mexico native, born and raised in Albuquerque, where she now pours her heart into raising and homeschooling her three amazing children. A graduate of the University of New Mexico with a degree in education, Stephanie’s passion for teaching found its perfect home in her own household, especially after she began homeschooling full-time. Married to her best friend since 2022, Stephanie is a devoted wife and proud mom, embracing the beautifully unpredictable journey of motherhood with gratitude and grace. Her middle child, born in 2021, is on the autism spectrum, and Stephanie shares her family's story with honesty, hope, and heart through her content. Whether she's baking sourdough, squeezing in a workout, spending time with her loved ones, or enjoying a much-needed cup of coffee, Stephanie finds joy in the everyday moments. Her content reflects her love for motherhood, family, and the real-life rhythms that come with raising little ones, with all their challenges and triumphs. Motherhood is her proudest role, and she continues to inspire others by sharing her journey, one day and one cup of coffee at a time!

Originally from Utah, Tori quickly fell in love with the Land of Enchantment when she moved here in 2020. A stay-at-home mom to Bri (2021), she has enjoyed exploring the city and building community with women through play groups and a local book club. Tori holds a degree in public health with minors in women’s studies and international development. She previously worked as a health coach and especially loves how Albuquerque’s sunshine and open spaces make it easy to get outside. She also loves her two cats, serving in her church community, planning fun events, reading, and Taylor Swift. View all articles by Tori here.