When my husband and I decided it was time to take the plunge into parenthood, we were focused solely on the excitement of our future offspring. How thrilling to have this adorable, miniature version of ourselves to nurture, love,...
I hate being pregnant. I get hospitalization/four types of medication/nausea-level sick. I’m exhausted, hormonal, and sore. Pregnancy just isn’t my cup of tea. But this time, when it was over, I was crushed. The idea of the "baby blues"...
When my oldest child was two and a half, he had two great loves:
Elmo and Jesus.
It was the height of the Tickle Me Elmo craze. And my in-laws had hunted down the prized toy for my son. Grandparents for...
Living in New Mexico, we are so fortunate to be exposed to many different cultures. I always feel so fortunate to be exposed to so many different people, languages, and foods. My grandparents were native Spanish speakers, and I...
Mornings with toddlers can be hectic.
It never fails. You think you've got plenty of time to get ready and out the door. And next thing you know your hot tea is all over your scarf and you're 15 minutes...
When I became pregnant with our son David in 2014, we were overjoyed. We had been trying for years and experienced two miscarriages. So as the pregnancy progressed and everything looked good, we were very hopeful that this would...
Oh, that precious newborn time with those sweet baby cuddles and the impossible-to-replicate perfect smelling head. But we know those newborn days aren't all bliss. We also can't forget those sleepless nights and poo explosions.
And don't forget all the...
If there is one thing I have learned about myself as a mom, it’s that I don't like messy play. Honestly, the thought of letting my kid play in mud makes me want to cry. I prefer a mess-free,...
You’re the parent of a four-year-old or soon-to-be four-year-old. First, you wonder where the time went. Then, you start thinking about where to send your child to school. Choosing the right school for your family can be overwhelming, and...
I have been a social worker for almost nine years now. I have worked many jobs and have experienced some amazing things during my short career. It has been an honor to look back on my life. I see...
Does texting replace face-to-face conversations? Of course not, but please hear me out.
I work full-time outside the home. While I love my job, working is a necessity for my family. I have a lot of guilt associated with working...
I recently read a forum for parents of toddlers, where they were debating the right time to transition from a crib to a bed. As I was reading through the comments, I realized how unconventional our sleeping arrangements are....
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. I let them know that...
I recently graduated with my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health. During my practicum and internships, I had the privilege of working with teen clients. For several years prior, I was a volunteer mentor for at-risk teens and worked...
In + Around ABQ
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...
