In & Around Albuquerque

  Still debating whether you should attend Bloom this year on Saturday, May 4 at Montessori ONE Academy? We can't wait to celebrate moms that day, and we'd love you to join us! Tickets are only $10. There will be pampering sessions...

We are so lucky to live in a state that offers so many outdoor activities during the winter. Check out all these opportunities to get some winter sports in this season. Be sure to check each business's website for...

The Day of the Dead, or el Dia de Los Muertos, is a Mexican holiday in which families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives for a brief reunion. The holiday is celebrated every year from October 31-November...

Learning disabilities or learning disorders are umbrella terms for a wide variety of learning problems. These include dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, auditory processing disorder, language processing disorder, visual perceptual/visual motor deficit, and others. In addition, ADHD, while not necessarily a...

Spring is such a fun time for family. The weather starts to warm up, the flowers start to bloom, and you can finally spend lots of time outside. It's a sign of new things to come and breathes some...

I love Balloon Fiesta. I've lived in New Mexico for 11 years, and the only year I did not attend the fiesta was the year I was eight months pregnant with my oldest daughter. I was not about to...

Toddlers. They can make or break a family outing. The best way to set your family adventure up for success is to choose locations that are toddler-friendly while also being enjoyable for the whole family. The trails I’ve suggested here...

If you're native to New Mexico like me, you grew up going to the ABQ BioPark Zoo. I would bring my quarters to buy the food to feed to the huge fish in the pond, pray my mom would...

Most kids love learning fun, interesting, and even gross facts about animals. My family and I love going to the zoo. Sometimes we pass through quickly just to see our favorites and forget to take the chance to learn...

There are so many options for labor and delivery. Some people want a homebirth, some go to birthing centers, but perhaps the most traditional place to birth a baby is in a hospital delivery room. There are several labor...

The Southwest quadrant of Albuquerque, according to the USPS definition, is south of Central Avenue and west of the railroad tracks. The most conventual understanding of this quadrant is south of I-40 and west of I-25. Burqueños refer to...

To me, Southeast Albuquerque is home. It's full of hidden gems, and it's so close to the mountains while still being close to the amenities of the city. General Neighborhood Info The SE area is one of the most diverse areas...

The countdown to summer break is on! We know finding camps to keep the kids busy and cared for is on the top of many families' to-do list. We hope this Guide to Summer Camps helps you plan for...

The Albuquerque Moms Blog team got a chance to check out Dovetail Community Workshop during our holiday party last month. What a fun time!  Dovetail is the place in Albuquerque to learn and do woodworking in a safe, clean, encouraging...