Jessica Schmeckpeper
Tips for Virtual Learning Success
Covid 19 has really changed the landscapes of schools in 2020. One of the effects for schools is a move to virtual learning. This has been one the biggest and hardest challenges for students,...
How to Spend Your Few Precious Hours of Free Time
No matter what age children you have, all parents lack free time. Time is truly the most precious gift as a parent filled with pros and cons. Our days are filled with household, work,...
Preeclampsia Discussion Part 2: Three Moms’ Experience
Picking up from last week, our three moms continue the conversation about preeclampsia. If you missed it, get caught up here.
How did they treat your preeclampsia?
Me: I was admitted to the hospital and taken...
Three Moms Share Their Experience with Preeclampsia
It is the season of life for me where a lot of my friends are getting pregnant and having babies. During the last few months two of my friends, days apart in their due...
Parenting Amnesia: Second Baby Syndrome
While sitting 9 months pregnant with my feet up, my husband and I shared our concerns, fears, and excitement about being a second time parent. While we know each child can and will be...
Busy Baby Mat: Product Review
Being a busy mom on the go or a busy mom at home, there are times you need something to help keep the little one's hands occupied when they are expected to sit. The...
Helping Your Child Get Closure for the 2019-2020 School Year
This school year will be one for all of us to remember. Most Arizona students headed off to Spring Break having no idea that they wouldn’t step foot in their classroom again for the...
Teaching Children the Importance of Human Connection
These last few weeks during the pandemic I have been on social media way more than I am used to. While sifting through a variety of information and misinformation, I have noticed one clear...
The Sting of Parent Preference: When Your Kid Prefers Dad
The idea of preference starts at a young age. Babies prefer certain toys, sounds, foods ,and people. With my first child I never really put much thought into who he preferred since I was...
Moms Helping Moms: Childcare During School Closures
We have all seen it. We have all read it. Some Arizona schools are closing or extending spring break. These closures are piggy backing off most springs breaks and extending them by another week...
Proud Parent of a Transgender Child {Mother to Mother Interview}
The following interview was written by a local mom about a local mom. North Phoenix Moms supports all families in our community and we hope those that need to hear this message find it....
DOC Band Baby Helmets
At this point, you have probably seen an adorable baby wearing a white helmet when you have been out and about. This helpful helmet is called a DOC Band, and my 6 month old...
I am Not Lucky to Have a Good Husband, I Deserve Him
As I was driving to my hair appointment the other day my mind began to wander as it does in my rare lonely car rides. My mind swiped through some of the many reasons...
Tips for Moving with Young Kids
Ugh, moving is the worst. Even in the best of circumstances moving really is the pits. Add in two kids under 4, and you’ve got a tiring, long, few weeks on your hands.
Even with...