New to NM? Date Your City With Olivia Mead :: NM Momcast | Episode 35

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Moving to a new state can be overwhelming, but for Olivia Mead, it’s been an adventure she fully embraces! In this episode, we sit down with Olivia, a mom, small business owner, and passionate community builder, to talk about her experience relocating to New Mexico and how she has found connection and joy in her new home.

Olivia and her husband run Flicker Mill Candles, a local candle company, as well as Yoga for First Responders, a nonprofit and podcast dedicated to supporting first responders through mindfulness and movement. She shares her best advice for newcomers looking to put down roots in New Mexico, from getting involved in the community to discovering hidden gems around the state.

Whether you’re new to New Mexico, thinking about making the move, or just looking for inspiration to connect more deeply with your city, this episode is full of heartwarming insights and practical tips!


Recommended Resources

Links from the Episode

Yoga For First Responders
On Air by Yoga For First Responders Podcast
National Human Trafficking Hotline
YFFR Ap and Streaming Platform
Flicker Mill Candles

Follow Olivia on Instagram

@ladyboss_olivia
@flickermillcandles
@yogaforfirstresponders 

Connect with ABQ Mom In Person

It’s no secret that this motherhood journey is unique, and having people to turn to, talk to, and share experiences with can make all the difference in the world. If you’re new to the area, new to being a mom, or just want a way to connect with others close to where you live, join one of ABQ Mom’s groups.

The ABQ Mom Club is an online (private) Facebook group that allows moms to connect, ask questions (mommy or non-mommy related), discuss local happenings, and attend events like playdates and meet-ups.

We also have a very active book club.

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Becca Lusko Toups
Becca is a stay-at-home "Mom-ager" with four kids and a wonderfully blended family. She is retired from corporate cosmetics management, but pieces together countless side hustles as a makeup artist, doing interior design and styling, creating custom fiber wall art, and coaching high school volleyball. She has been in Albuquerque most of her life but has also lived in enough other states long enough to know how amazing the weather is here in New Mexico! Becca and her husband David have two teenagers, a preteen, and a kindergartener. This keeps parenting VERY interesting and busy from driver's ed and dating to storytime and dress up. She loves finding humor in the everyday, figuring out how to DIY almost anything around the house, cooking with her husband, keeping active with a myriad of sports and fitness, as well a celebrating all holidays. Follow Becca on Instagram or check out her website.