New Mexico Momcast

Mar 04 2025 37 ep. 35 mins 6

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ABQ Mom's podcast created just for local moms with hosts Vanessa Bush and Becca Lusko Toups.

Don't miss out on this exciting journey of raising happy, healthy, and curious kids right here in the Land of Enchantment. Subscribe now and be a part of our loving community of NM moms, where we uplift inspire, and laugh through the incredible adventure of motherhood!

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New to NM? Date Your City With Oliva Mead

Mar 04 2025 41 mins

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 c

Awareness to Action: Shelley Repp on Combating Trafficking

Feb 25 2025 32 mins

In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Shelley Repp, Director of NM Dream Center, to discuss the critical issue of human trafficking—a reality that can be much closer to home than many realize. Shelley sheds light on the different types of trafficking, the warning signs to look for, and how parents can protect their children from potential dangers. She also shares the impa

Unlocking Education Choices With Angela Lopez

Feb 18 2025 31 mins

What do public charter schools offer New Mexico families? In this episode, we get real with Angela Lopez, Field Director for Public Charter Schools of New Mexico, who spends her days connecting with parents, students, and school leaders to advocate for quality education. From busting myths to breaking down options, we dive into how charter schools are reshaping learning across the

Love that Lasts: Secrets to a Thriving Marriage

Feb 11 2025 40 mins

In this special Valentine’s Day episode of Love That Lasts: Secrets to a Thriving Marriage, host Vanessa Bush sits down with her husband, counselor and pastor Nate Bush, for an honest and insightful conversation about what it takes to build a strong, lasting marriage. Together, they dive into key factors that create a healthy relationship, the power of communication and conflict

Heart Health Awareness Month

Feb 04 2025 27 mins

This podcast episode is sponsored by Lovelace Health Systems. We at ABQ Mom choose to work with businesses and organizations that will benefit our listeners and readers. When you think of February, you might picture candy hearts, decadent chocolates, and bouquets of roses. But did you know this month is also American Heart Month? In this special heart health episode of New Mexico M

What Your Labor & Delivery Nurse Wants You to Know with Anastasia Fajardo

Jan 28 2025 37 mins

In this special episode, Becca sits down with Anastasia Fajardo—a pregnant mom and a seasoned labor and delivery nurse—to explore the wild, wonderful, and sometimes downright weird world of pregnancy and childbirth. No topic is off-limits as we laugh, learn, and share real-talk insights about navigating pregnancy while juggling the unique perspective of being a healthcare profe

New Year, Why a New Me?

Jan 21 2025 33 mins

We're kicking off the first episode of the year with you. Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s all too familiar this time of year—New Year’s resolutions. But here’s the twist: we’re asking, ‘New Year, Why a New Me?’ For so many of us, January brings a flood of pressure to transform—be thinner, be more organized, and be everything to everyone. But today, we’re

The ABQ Mom Club with Rachael Reardon

Nov 20 2024 38 mins

In this episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Rachael Reardon, the coordinator of the ABQ Mom Club, a vibrant community for mothers in Albuquerque. Rachel, a mom to three children under the age of three, brings a wealth of personal experience and a refreshing perspective on the challenges and joys of parenting small children. Rachael shared her unique insights into the worl

Stress Less, Celebrate More: A Guide to Happier Holidays

Nov 12 2024 34 mins

Looking to make the holidays less about stress and more about joy? The New Mexico Momcast is here to help. In this episode, we share tips for cutting down on holiday overwhelm and creating meaningful, memorable celebrations with your family. From planning manageable holiday activities to setting boundaries around gatherings, we cover practical ideas to help you truly enjoy the seas

From NICU to Home: Celebrating the Strength of Preemie Families

Nov 05 2024 41 mins

November is Premature Birth Awareness Month, a time to shine a spotlight on the families who have experienced the challenges and triumphs that come with premature birth. In our latest episode of New Mexico Momcast, we sit down with Elizabeth Janiors, a resilient mother who shares her personal story of navigating the emotional, medical, and day-to-day realities of having a premature