Home & Lifestyle
5 Ways to Make Cleaning Way More Enjoyable
Most moms find themselves with a lot of cleaning on their to-do lists. I’ll be the first to admit that I have, especially when my…
Read MoreAuthor: Paige Pacini
Paige is a stay-at-home mom to three hilarious, energetic boys. In her pre-kid life, Paige worked as a licensed mental health counselor, but she shelved her empathetic listening and insightful questions to change diapers, race cars on the kitchen floor, and mediate toddler wrestling matches. While Paige loves to be there for (almost) every moment with her children, she also loves to get away and connect with other moms for dinner or a walk in the beautiful Albuquerque sun. Paige is married to her high-school sweetheart, Ben, and they work together to raise their three sons with lots of laughter and lots of love.
Home & Lifestyle
How to Paint Furniture Without Sanding
There’s something very satisfying about taking an old piece of furniture and giving it a little facelift. I’ve inherited a lot of great quality furniture…
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In & Around Albuquerque
Free Summer Bowling in Albuquerque
Who is tired of sweating at the park when temps are upwards of 90°F? It's me! At this point in the summer, I'm starting to…
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Holidays
What We Really Want :: Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Moms work hard. REALLY hard. And there’s one day out of the year that’s dedicated to celebrating all that they do. Mother’s Day is May…
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Ages & Stages
Why Kids Behave Worst for Their Moms
My husband and I joke that I should never go out to dinner with the family. When I go, the kids behave terribly. My husband…
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Health & Wellness
It’s Not Our Job to Worry, Mom :: Self-Care Sunday Series
It’s Not Our Job to Worry, Mom “It’s my job to worry.” We’ve all heard a mom say this. Usually this comment is made after…
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Mom Life
Our Top 12 Articles of 2025
Well, another year has flown by (as they always seem to do). We worked hard to consistently create quality content about motherhood, hobbies, relationships, entertainment, life, our beautiful city, and so much more! We are so grateful to build community among Albuquerque mamas, whether it be through an article, an event, a helpful reel, or…
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Holidays
3 DIY Ornaments for Kids that You’ll Actually Want to Put on the Tree
It’s true confession time. I have a hard time putting my kids’ homemade ornaments on the Christmas tree. I’m sorry! But when I sit down…
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News & Current Events
Call for Submissions {Winter 2025} :: We Want to Hear from You!
ABQ Mom is holding an open call for submissions for website articles. Do you have something to say? At ABQ Mom we seek to reflect…
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Babies
My One-Pound Miracle Baby Comes Home :: Part Two
My first son, Isen, was unexpectedly born at 24 weeks gestation, weighing 1 lb 5 oz. In part one of my story, I shared about…
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Pregnancy & Birth
My One-Pound Miracle Baby :: Part One
When I was 23 weeks pregnant with my first son, my belly finally popped. I excitedly bought my first-ever maternity clothes. I remember looking in…
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Parenting Wisdom
Mixed-Up Play Dough Colors & Other Things I’ve Decided to “Let Go”
Multicolor Play Dough and Ripped-Up Books The first time my sons started grabbing different colors of play dough and smashing them together I had no…
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School Years
3 Rookie Mistakes I’ve Made as a First-Time Homeschooler
I never thought I would homeschool my kids, but here I am homeschooling during a pandemic. I am doing my best to adapt, but I…
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In & Around Albuquerque
Somos Unidos :: A Family Guide to NM United Games
The first time I attended a New Mexico United game, it was for a fundraiser and team-building night with my son’s soccer team. Well, now…
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