Dena
Dena was born in California but has called Albuquerque her home for the better part of her life. She married her college sweetheart, a native New Mexican, who introduced her to the beautiful Sandia Mountain views and the magic of luminarias during the holidays. Dena is an Educational Audiologist by day and a Super Mom by night. She has two young children that fill her days with equal parts love, laughter, and insanity. She enjoys losing herself in a good book, carving out time to spend with her girlfriends, taking deep breaths in the outdoors, and cozying up on cabin vacations.
Guide to Family-Friendly Breweries In & Around Albuquerque
My husband and I love visiting breweries, and now that we are toting two little ones, having a family-friendly establishment is a necessity. A...
10 Potty Training Tips from Real ABQ Moms
Motherhood is all about seasons, but potty training season is my least favorite. I have successfully toilet-trained one child and we're in the thick...
My Top 5 Protein-Packed Costco Snacks
Raise your hand if you're guilty of getting everything at Costco . . . from furniture and clothing to stocking your pantry with bulk...
Guide to Storytime in Albuquerque
As moms, we have the opportunity to build the foundation for reading with our children when they are very young. Babbling with your baby...
The Great Big Albuquerque Summer Bucket List :: 100+ Fun Ideas
School's out, which means summer is in session! Hello, sunshine, warm weather, and laughter into the late evenings! I can already smell the BBQ...
Upcycle Your Water Table Into a Dinosaur World
Spring is upon us and so is better weather. My kids have been cooped up indoors, and now all they want to do is...
Must-Have Products for Eczema and Sensitive Skin
It can be really challenging to find the right products for a child who suffers from eczema and sensitive skin. Every child responds differently...
New Year’s Eve Ideas + Events for Albuquerque Families
Let’s ring in the New Year with our kids!
If you are someone who wants to go out or if you prefer to stay home,...
Have Yourself a “Smalliday”
I've heard the word "smalliday" to describe a scaled-down holiday celebration that strives to reduce over-consumption and over-excessive gift-giving. It brought me back to...
Allergy-Friendly Halloween Treat Ideas
It's spooky season! My favorite time of the year . . . and even more exciting and special with two little ones. My three...
Keep Marching Forward :: Our “Allergic March” Journey
I looked to my husband when I was pregnant with my son and said, “I hope he gets your genes because I would hate...
A Letter from a Domestic Violence Survivor (+ Facts and Resources)
TRIGGER WARNING: This post contains descriptions of domestic violence.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. I hold it close to my heart. It is a...
5 Confessions of a Sleep-Deprived “Mombie”
Hey, mama. I see you. You're sleep-deprived. Running on empty with a total of five hours of rest last night. You're already three cups...
Budget-Friendly Local Gift Guide for the Holidays
It's the most wonderful time of the year! I love to shop locally to support artists, vendors, and businesses in our community. Shopping small...
