From cooking, to keeping your toddlers active, to fashion, to elevating women’s voices, here are a selection of Mom-powered Instagram accounts that you need to follow today! As the old saying goes, “it takes a village to raise a child,” and social media can serve as a virtual mom-village – where moms can learn from one another and lift each other up. Check out these amazing mom Instagram accounts below (some of whom are even from Colorado), and prepare to be inspired!
@Busytoddler
Susie, the mama behind @busytoddler, posts so many wonderful ideas to keep toddlers active, engaged, learning, and having fun! She even shares tips for how to contain the messiness of the activities. Her account is a lifesaver to follow, especially on those snowy days when littles are stuck inside all day and you need ideas to keep them occupied.
@bstereo
Brandi’s bio mentions she is a writer and songwriter, but those simple words don’t do justice to her beautiful writing on her Instafeed. Brandi’s words are lyrical, thoughtful, and inspiring, and serve to lift of women and mothers everywhere. She also focuses on themes related to social justice, self-care, self-reflection, pregnancy and birth (she is also a doula), breastfeeding, feminism, and finding joy in every day experiences.
@This.little.wandering
@This.little.wandering chronicles the joyous, adventurous life of a Colorado mama and her family! Following this ‘gram will give you wanderlust and all the feels for the pride of living in Colorado. Cute babies, a gorgeous home, breathtaking scenery, and mountain adventures galore are the hallmark of this Instagram account!
@Onepanmama
Amanda, the mom behind @onepanmama, is a busy mom of two boys and she has somehow figured out how to make the most delicious, easy, healthy one-pan meals that even her kids love! Follow this ‘gram and prepare to get recipes and ideas for delicious one-pan meals to revolutionize your meal time routine!
@lauralacquer
This mama does it all! Laura is a mom of three and a doctor, and her feed is stylish, thoughtful, and follows the beautiful balance of her busy life! She is a great mom role model and a champion for women and girls.
@whatsup_buttarcup
This stylish mama is from the Denver metro area! Her ‘gram is about fashion and family, and her pictures are gorgeous. She is super stylish, and tags the sources to many of her outfits, so mamas every where can step out in style! It’s especially fun to see her family adventures in the south Denver area – a “Mom” Instagram that is close to home!
@themotheroctopus
This mama is a contributor at ScaryMommy, and with her wit and dry humor, you can see why her ‘gram is so popular. Sometimes irreverent, but always amusing, @themotheroctopus posts memes and quotes that will have you LOLing and tagging your best-mama friends. Laughing about the trials of motherhood is sometimes just what the soul needs!