Children's Activities

We did everything we were supposed to do: We purchased everything on the school-supply list, even the optional stuff for the class to share. We've gotten the requisite back-to-school haircut. We've bought a new school wardrobe, trekking from store...

One of the most enjoyable parts of running this blog is highlighting local events happening in the west valley. I know that I'm always looking for something new and fun to do with my family and wish there were...

Well, I've reached another first as a mom. You know, first time baby laughs, first steps, first time kid barfs on you in public, etc. This week's first was my older daughter's first preschool field trip. I was lucky...

With the kids heading back to school, and us moms struggling to get them back into the swing of things, we are all looking for ways to make learning more fun. What better way to do so then to create a creativity center...

The temperatures in Phoenix are climbing higher as summer quickly approaches. For those of us that have kids with summer birthdays, the heat poses a party planning challenge. Below are a few summer birthday party ideas to help  beat...

Whether you are hosting a group or just your family of four, here are some affordable tips to making your table pop this 4th of July! Between Target, Melrose Vintage and my pantry, I was able to make my $15...

Hello Everyone! It's February and the month of LOVE! We wanted to share some fun kids' crafts we've been doing. February is turning out to be a very busy month for us,  with my daughter's birthday and Valentine's Day....

Is your little one in desperate need of their own “space” to draw, play, or even snack? Maybe you’re on a strict budget so one of those completely adorable toddler activity tables from the store is just a bit...

It's true there's plenty of other fish in the sea, but why would you want a fish if you have a mermaid?" - Unknown Every ounce of me LOVES the water and now it's inherited by my children who are...

It’s getting hotter every day here in Phoenix…90s already? How did that happen? Makes me thirsty just thinking about the dry heat jokes that are about to become a daily occurrence.  Thankfully, I only have to walk to my...

The holidays are over. We are now living in a new decade. Whatever your reason, we want to celebrate with a Mom's Night Out event. We all deserve it! --------------------------------------------------------------------- Join us for wine, delicious food, giveaways and more! When: February 18th Where:...

Labor Day weekend was a blast for my family! We took a trip to Disneyland with my parents, brother and sister-in-law, and some close family friends. For my mom's birthday she invited me to walk the Disneyland 1/2 Marathon....

North Phoenix Moms Blog is thrilled to share all the amazing details for  Bloom :: An Event For New and Expecting Moms!   Bloom :: An Event for New and Expecting Moms is presented by North Phoenix Moms Blog and Phoenix Children's Hospital along...

This post is sponsored. In exchange for our review we were able to attend As You Wish's exclusive summer program preview event. Summer Time plus As You Wish Pottery equal Happy Kids! Plain and simple. A part of a child's summer...

We have our ticket winners to Mom's Night Out on June 26th !!! COLETTE who said: "Shared with three ladies who I don't think know about this site yet.. Could do more? Can I should I?" COURTNEY KOLSON who said: "Just shared! Looks like a...

“I have to get out of this house today,” I thought as I watched my two-year-old twin boys push around their toy trucks on the hardwood floor while I sipped my morning coffee. I considered what we might do...

Ahhhhhhhhh...Thanksgiving.  Everybody's favorite holiday, right?  The food, the family--and no presents to buy! Although some whippersnappers are trying things like duck and tofurkey as alternatives to the traditional bird, pretty much everyone knows that Thanksgiving means turkey and all the...

100° is hot. Come and let your kids play at the Rio Vista Community Park Splash Pad this Thursday, June 14th at 9:00am. We'll try and stay cool in the shade as the kids get their wiggles and giggles...

Oh summertime... The joy and struggles are real. I love not having to take my daughter to school every day and then picking her up while having to work my son's nap around that schedule. I love having her home...

"Middle School Can Be A Wild Ride" A couple of years ago, one of my son's elementary school teachers summarized perfectly the tween years.  My son was approaching 6th grade and I asked for her thoughts.  She said, "Be prepared....

Let's face it.  When it comes to keeping young kids occupied, we moms have to get creative sometimes. But a project doesn't have to be super complicated for kids to enjoy it. I try to do things with my...

This is a sponsored post where I was invited to attend the Kindness Safari but my opinions are my own and I encourage KINDness. If you are like us you strive to instill good values in your children at a...

Did you attend Bloom: An Event for New and Expecting Moms this year?  We cannot get over all the love for mamas and community that is so apparent at this incredible event! If you attended, or are thinking about attending...

This post was written and sponsored by our partners at The Children's Museum of Phoenix. Having a child with a summer birthday can be a bit daunting for us Arizona moms. I have twin girls with a mid May birthday...

The holiday season is a special time of the year for families, but it can also bring unwanted stress because of how quickly time seems to fly at the end of the year. Below is a guide to help...