When I used to think about being a mother, one dream I had was cuddling my baby while I rocked and sang him or her to sleep. Once I had my baby, that dream came true. I would often hold him...
It's been 2 years since I gave birth to my amazing son. He is so precious, marvelous, silly, and perfect. I can't imagine my life without him. ABQ Mom recently re-posted an article titled "Postpartum Depression: Struggling to Find...
Whether you are planning on a medication-free birth, or ready to sign your epidural consent the moment you walk in the door, having these tools in your pocket will be very helpful to you. I am a labor and...
Heidi Murkoff is a world-renowned author of What To Expect When You're Expecting, collaborator on her book's movie of the same title (which is hilarious and amazing on MANY levels), and bringer-of-happiness across the world as she visits many...
When my husband and I had our baby, David, we were on a rather small budget. Here are some tips and tricks we picked up along the way.
Clothing
Hand-me-downs are amazing if there is someone just a little bit ahead...
Pregnancy and the birthing process are life-changing experiences. Acupuncture can help women through these changes by offering physical and mental support. Acupuncture works to support optimal health for the mother and has so many benefits.
Thank you to Lovelace Health...
At a 35-week ultra sound they found a tumor on my baby's spine. I went to a maternal and fetal medicine specialist where it was measured, discussed, and diagnosed: a teratoma. It was benign, but it would have to...
I have one regret in life. One. That's it. I know I've only been around 30 years, but still, just one.
My one regret is not asking for help.
This post is about to get really personal. It's something I have...
Pregnancy and postpartum take a toll on your body and sometimes can be really painful and uncomfortable (but also really exciting!). One of the last things you probably think of doing is going to physical therapy. I know that...
Baby T is here and she's a girl!!! Born on July 28th, just 15 days late . . . If you read my post about what I planned for Baby T's birth, then you'll fully understand the irony of our...
Since we cannot meet in person just yet, Lovelace Labor of Love wants to celebrate summer with you, and your bump, in a virtual setting. If your bump has made its way into the world, we welcome him or...
Becoming a mom is the most beautiful experience. But no one tells you that you go through a mourning period called "matrescence." You spend nine (practically 10) long, hard months preparing for your special baby to come into this...
When we found out we were having our third boy, I cried. Not right away. I managed (barely) to hold it together for the rest of the ultrasound and the doctor’s appointment that followed it. But when I got...
It happened again the other day: the group of women I was sitting with started talking about the best age gap between children and asking each other when they were going to try for number two.
They were sitting around...
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Guide to Isotopes Games with Kids :: Play Ball!
Baseball is known to be America's pastime. Here in Albuquerque, it's obvious that we agree. We're lucky enough to house one of the biggest...
