It was a big day in our household. Our daughter (6) approached me with what she thought was a big request: “Mom, could we go to the bookstore and buy me a chapter book?” Inside, I was throwing a...
Tis the season for crazy schedules, jam packed weekends, and To-Do checklists a mile long. Busy mamas know that the stress of the season can easily take over if we allow it to. But amongst the snow-flocked, glitter glued,...
For the first time this year, I participated in a shoebox packing party for Operation Christmas Child, and from here on out, my family will forever be a part of this holiday giving experience.
Operation Christmas Child was created by Samaritan's...
This post was co-written by Jen and Courtney; fall craft collaboration at its finest!
There are endless ways to celebrate the holidays with fall crafts... the ability to make construction paper and other everyday items seem like the coolest things...
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...
I am an Illinois native, so summertime in the Midwest is not comparable to these hot summer days that Phoenix brings. Growing up, everyone looked forward to sweet summertime. The magical months between May and August where we can...
On September 24th, the newest My Little Pony movie was released on Netflix!
Synopsis:
The unimaginable has happened...Equestria has lost its magic! Earth Ponies, Unicorns, and Pegasi are no longer friends and now live separated by species. But idealistic Earth Pony Sunny (Vanessa Hudgens) is determined...
Last week, we had the opportunity to attend the MassMutual #FutureSmart event in downtown Phoenix. Over 3000 middle school children were invited to the Phoenix Suns' Talking Stick Arena to learn all about how to plan for a successful...
I almost don't want to write this post- I'm going to let you in on one of my favorite (and free) ways to get a little bit of culture and enjoy some of the best places in the Valley.
For...
As the weather gets warmer we realize that summer is upon us! If you haven't already started to plan activities to keep your littles engaged/active during their school break we have put together a list over over 40 programs...
This post was written and sponsored by our partners at the Children's Museum of Phoenix
Why Children's Museums are Important
Have you ever visited a children's museum? If you haven't, have you ever wondered what might be inside? Children's museums are magical spaces...
Summer is upon us and if you’re like me, the thought and reality of triple digit temperatures makes you want to escape to a cool, dark place until it’s over (see you in October!). Add a summer birthday party...
As summer quickly approaches, so do the scorching temperatures and with kids that means long days inside the house. In order to beat cabin fever, I have put together a list of my family's favorite indoor play areas in Phoenix!
1. Whipples...
It’s that time of year again friends! The weather is cooling down(ish) and fall is upon us. Time to pack up the fam and get all those fabulous insta pics posted. More importantly it’s a great time of year...
A couple months back we held our first workshop with Savannah Ashley at my favorite boutique in town, frances! If you have not been to this gem, go now, you will find a collection of the BEST goods in town:...
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...
Are you looking for adorable Easter Egg projects this season?! We've got you covered with eight eggtastic projects, including projects for preschoolers.
It's the time of year to get hopping and color some eggs! I wanted to try something a...
Nothing says summer like a popsicle, am I right? And popsicles are the perfect summer party food for kids and adults because they are inexpensive and they taste delicious!
The inspiration for this party actually came from this cute pinwheel...
Ok mamas. . . . get your calendars ready, because September 5th is a BIG day. Why you ask? Because it is National Cheese Pizza Day, which means it's the one day of the year you can feed your...
Fall is finally here! And let's all admit it, it's the best time of the year. Fall means it is time to bust out those comfy sweaters and enjoy the outdoors, delicious food, and amazing autumn scents. And hopefully...
It’s January in Phoenix, which means the weather is perfect to get out and explore for the next couple months. Enjoying parks, hikes and restaurant patios are a favorite pastime this time of year, however it is fun to...
Parents facing the new reality of weeks at home with the kids should check out Online Oceans, the new ocean literacy resource for kids aged 2-18 from educators at Vancouver-based Ocean Wise Conservation Association and the Vancouver Aquarium.
Just like...
We are 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, barre3 Paradise Valley + North Scottsdale and City...
My boys were fighting the other day so I was trying to think of something that will keep them busy for awhile. I pulled out my recipe for homemade slime and they had a blast!
This stuff is so easy...
We have a VERY special play date planned for this Thursday! One of our local authors will be coming to our event location and reading two of her very own books to our West Valley Moms Blog readers and...