Rachel Montgomery
Born in New Hampshire and raised in Florida, Rachel got to Texas as quickly as she could. She has spent the last 20 years in this amazing city as a student, wife, mother, friend and professional. She met her husband, Jonathan, here in Austin and the two share all things Longhorns, as well as a love of football, traveling, and being amateur foodies. When not carpooling the social butterfly, Claire, or watching the world through the eyes of a toddler, Diana, you can find Rachel researching, planning, and booking their next travel adventure. She is an unapologetic Patriots fan and a firm believer in self-care; eat clean, train dirty, and never under estimate the power of a fresh mani/pedi.
Easy Like Sunday Morning: Easter Brunch
Countdown to Easter is on! I don’t know about you but after the baskets, the early morning egg hunt, church service, another egg hunt, an absurd amount of jelly beans, and an inevitable sugar...
Break out the Bubbles: New Year’s Eve Cocktails
After looking at so many recipes these past few weeks, I needed something to get inspired to celebrate New Years Eve. And since I am still full from two days of indulgent family meals...
Plan a Perfect Mom’s Night In
It certainly feels like we have been going 100MPH since school started. New drop off procedures, different pickup times and the extra curriculars… oh those extra curriculars. By the end of the week, I...
I Want Candy! And Other Last Minute Basket Stuffer Ideas
I was in a panic on Valentine’s Day when I waited until the last minute and the stores had already switched to Easter candy! I see you, Mom who got the Easter Bunny chocolate...
My Ex and Our Modern Family
We are a modern family. Over the last 8 years, people have been interested in our family dynamic. Emergency Contact forms usually aren't ready for us. Apologies if the introductions were a little awkward...
When Long Distance Friendships go the Distance
Recently I have noticed posts and articles in my feed asking for forgiveness from friends after you have a baby, or two. I’ve also seen appreciation articles for the friends that still reach out...
Here for the Snacks! Try These Recipes for the Big Game
The Big Game is HERE! I have always loved the Super Bowl. The culmination of (now 17) weeks of hard-fought wins across the country in rain, shine, snow or dome. It’s a sporting event...
Gift Ideas for Him this Valentine’s Day
Valentines marketing for her (and the kids) was in full swing early this year. However, the marketing machine behind great gift ideas for him is lacking. So, I have been scrolling my feed and...
How To Support Our Sisters Struggling Through Domestic Abuse
This is the third in a six-part series on domestic abuse and domestic violence. Austin Moms seeks to bring further awareness and to help provide support for those struggling through domestic abuse through the...
Why We Celebrate All the Grandparents
This first Sunday after Labor Day {in this case, September 12}, we are excited to celebrate the amazing Grandparents in our lives for National Grandparents Day!
My mom always made sure we called our grandparents...