October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is a great time re-visit a few things when it comes to breast health.
1. This October, evaluate how well you're taking care of you.
One thing that has really hit home with me...
October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month. On October 15, thousands of parents in the United States are invited to light a candle at 7 PM (in all time zones) to remember the precious babies lost during pregnancy...
Keeping fit as a family seems more challenging now than ever. But it doesn't have to be. I don't believe that the start of the school year means an end to the family fun. While scheduling gets tight and our...
The holidays are around the corner and we all know what that means . . . bags of Halloween candy, pumpkin pies, sweet potato casserole, and all of those warm chocolate chip cookies (for Santa, of course). Unfortunately, all...
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 month to recognize survivors, advocate for victims, and seek help if needed. There are people...
Over the course of my life, I have learned that there are some questions that have polarizing responses. Really important things like: Backstreet Boys or NSYNC? Britney or Christina? Were Ross and Rachel on a break? Which Chris is...
I write this now that I am living back in my hometown, and with a 6 month old baby in tow. While this means I am always surrounded by family, there was a time I lived away from loved...
Here at ABQ Mom, we care about your self-care! It’s so important as moms to make sure we are taking care of ourselves. Since it’s a brand new year, we want to get it started off right by focusing...
Nutrition and Your Genes
Have you ever been confused by some of the nutrition advice you see or hear?
One moment we hear caffeine protects our hearts, and then the next, we hear it is bad for us. And what about...
Listen, we live in the desert. It’s always super dry here. But now that we’re in the depths of winter, the colder temperatures, wind, and forced-air heating indoors make our skin feel about as dry as our desert dust....
It happened. We just got back from traveling and I was partly unpacked. I was simultaneously fixing my hair, putting makeup on, and entertaining my 19 month old. She sat on the counter and happily took everything out of...
“Jenn, there’s a call from your husband.”
“Okay, send him through,” I said. I figured I was getting the typical question about what I was planning for dinner or what time I would be home. I was dreading the...
It's officially summer! The time of year for swimsuits, shorts, and self-consciousness. No matter how confident I feel, I'm always a little hesitant those first few days of warm weather clothes after snuggling in my sweater and boots all...
As the daughter of someone with Type 1 Diabetes, I grew up learning a lot about the disease. But, I've learned others aren't as familiar with the disease.
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, so it's a good time to learn...
In + Around ABQ
3 Toddler-Friendly Hiking Trails the Whole Family Will Love
Toddlers. They can make or break a family outing. The best way to set your family adventure up for success is to choose locations...
