Jade Hernandez
Sexual Assault Awareness + Dating Safety Tips from a Survivor
***TRIGGER WARNING: Rape, Sexual Assault***
What does sexual assault awareness mean to you? To me, it means so much more since I am a sexual assault survivor.
I want to expand on my experiences and share...
World Autism Awareness Day | My Story as an Autism Mom
Happy World Autism Awareness Day!
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that can impair the ability to communicate and interact. Symptoms include, but are not limited to, difficulties in social interaction and communication...
Navigating Relationships and Parenthood with New Mexican Spice
Hi mommas! I think I might know a thing or two about love . . . sometimes. I have had my fair share of relationships that had amazing times and horrible times. (That's what...
Camps & Childcare Options for Winter Break 2023 in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Hey mommas, winter break is coming up so fast! There is going to be no school for a couple of weeks, and this can cause a lot of stress for parents. Here are a...
Some Kind of Chocolate Pie for the Mom that Doesn’t Cook
I don't cook much. I usually throw the leftover spaghetti from M'tucci's into the microwave for dinner the next day. Cooking isn't my strong suit, but my mom and dad did teach me about...
Easy Corn and Sausage Chowder for These Chilly Months
Growing up, my parents made good meals we would enjoy together. I remember so many memories around the table. My parents loved making tomato soup and grilled cheese on Sundays. We would have chocolate...
I’m Medically Obese :: Learning to Love Your Mom-Bod
I recently went to the urgent care, and the doctor who evaluated me did an amazing job. I went for my terrible migraines!
When I looked at my discharge paperwork, it stated that I am...
Top 5 Things to Do Around Albuquerque with Visitors
¡Bienvenido a Albuquerque! Welcome to Albuquerque!
Albuquerque has so much to offer that often goes unnoticed. Yes, a Netflix studio is here, we have concerts at the Amphitheater, and UNM Lobos games to watch. But...
Fun Murals to Check Out in Albuquerque
Albuquerque has so much to offer! We have beautiful weather, beautiful cotton candy sunsets, red and green chile, and colorful murals all around our city. I drive through ABQ every single day and there...
The Education I Lacked: Let’s Talk About Periods
I have two older bonus daughters, currently sixteen and eighteen, whom I met when they were thirteen and fifteen. Given their age when we first connected, I've adopted a somewhat hands-off approach to parenting....
Feeling Defeated as a Mom :: Doctor’s Appointment Meltdown
***This post discusses autism. At ABQ Mom, we seek to use whatever language reflects the inherent value of all people, and we also seek to honor the choices of the people within that community....
Inked: Mom’s Guide to Tattoos in Albuquerque
Have you ever thought about getting a tattoo? Or more tattoos if you already have some?
I do! All the time. I might be a tattoo addict. Tattoo Addicts Anonymous meeting anyone?
I have eight tattoos so...
My Journey of Healing from Sexual Assault as a Single Mom
***TRIGGER WARNING: This post discusses sexual assault (without any graphic descriptions). The writer shares her ongoing journey of healing from rape.***
I took nine pregnancy tests the first time I missed my period. The tests...