Children's Activities

My daughter is always asking me to do my hair like Anna from Frozen, but as a mama who is pushing into those mature years... pig tails are not always appropriate. So I came up with a version that makes me...

The Great Russian Nutcracker When you think of the holidays, the Nutcracker is quite possibly a very strong core element of that memory.  Clara, the Mouse King, the dolls, the sugar plum fairies, the music!  For me, the memory dates...

As moms ourselves, we know that finding the perfect summer camps mean fun-filled, and stress-free summers!  We are eager to present our 2018 Ultimate Guide to Summer Camps in Phoenix, and hope it provides you some insight as you...

Last week we had a perfect day trip!   If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the kids, I highly recommend taking a day trip to Mortimer Farms. In July, they have a recurring event called Blackberry...

Disney and Pixar's TURNING RED is streaming exclusively on Disney+ starting Friday, March 11th and we have some fun activity/coloring sheets for you!  SYNOPSIS from Disney: Disney and Pixar’s “Turning Red” introduces Mei Lee (voice of Rosalie Chiang), a confident, dorky...

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, Scottsdale Moms Blog and City Moms Blog Network. Who...

It has finally happened! My kids are old enough to start a family game night! I have been dreaming of this moment, and we tried a while back with Chutes and ladders but the girls got bored too easily...

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...

The 4th of July has always been one of my favorite holidays. Spending time with family, BBQs, being on the lake and sparklers! I’ve lived in AZ for 12 years now and have learned that the 4th of July is the...

Who cringes at the words, “Mom, let’s paint!”? Ever wish there was a way that your children could paint without the hassle of the mess? Thanks to The Pencil Grip, Inc., you can! Kwik Stix are solid tempera paint sticks...

Everyone in Phoenix with kids knows summer means it’s crucial to have a swim suit and towel in your car at all times. You know, just in case you decide to wander into a luxury resort and dip your...

Fall is here, which for many of us means it’s time to get family photos taken. I’ve spoken with Emily Ferguson, half of the duo that makes up Madison Grey Photography, to get the inside scoop on what moms...

A couple months back we hosted a workshop all about essential oils at an amazing local dining spot, Cibo.  Our event was located in their Carriage House, which if you have not been to, is the PERFECT spot to host a...

Come join us at Playgrounds Fun Zone and Cafe this Thursday from 9-11:30. Only $5 for WVMB! (Normal price $8). Make sure you mention the blog and use the sign-in sheet to get the discounted rate. Oh, and don't forget...

I admit it....I love suburbia. The perfect combination of community, recreation, and retail with the convenience of being adjacent to a big city such as Phoenix. The Valley of the Sun is chock full of suburbia. But there are...

To celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Joker, Very Awesome Girls PHX and Project Hero are teaming up for a fun­ filled back to school fundraiser! At the Joker's Back to School Bash they will be accepting donations of school supplies* to benefit Tonalea Elementary School...

Do you have any recommendations for preschools or daycares I should consider? Where are the best mommy and me classes in town? I'm throwing a birthday party and want referrals on rentals, bakeries, and entertainment! What are the best family-friendly restaurants in...

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...

I can remember so clearly when Nate, my 15 year old, was starting daycare. The wonderful staff at the daycare suggested that I sleep with a stuffed animal that he liked, then bring it with me to daycare each...

In this day and age, children are relying solely on technology for entertainment, leaving no room for other activities. Although technology is useful in certain ways, it can also be damaging if children spend all their time on it. Crafting is...

Gymboree. Store closing. Crazy Eights. Everything must go. Next thing I know, Carter's at Desert Ridge is just an empty storefront.   Then the news broke that Toys’R’Us and Babies’R’Us stores would be saying goodbye. At first I wasn’t heart broken...

It is so hot outside! Let's keep cool this summer with this fun and simple watermelon fan  craft! This summertime craft is easy to make using just a few common supplies you probably already have in your home. Your...

The birthing stories have taken us across so many deep, intimate emotions over the last few weeks. At the same time many of our children have been reminding us that they are ready to be taking steps from our...

My mom bought a neat book for my daughter for Christmas that has lots of fun craft ideas for girls in it. Flipping through it, we decided the first craft we wanted to make was a dream catcher for...

I don’t know about you, but I love the beach and my hubby and I can’t wait to take my little man to dig his toes in the sand while we play and soak up some sun.  However, this...