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As a parent in Arizona, we are facing some interesting times right now. Schools shutting down, teachers walking out, families faced with tough decisions in their daily life. I’m very thankful this doesn’t affect my day-to-day living but for...

Oh, hello Fall. We are all so happy to see you again! We can finally carry all the kids through the grocery store parking lot without working up a sweat. And we can send the kids in the backyard...

Whether you are looking for your next date night or a sweet spot for your next family celebration, we are so glad that Phoenix has so many amazing places to eat that are local to the valley. The only...

Recently I was told by a fellow book lover about a local bookstore that I had to visit!  As I pulled up to the used bookstore about a month later, I thought to myself that this may be where...

Ellie (3 years old): "Where are we going?" Me: "I told you -  the market." Ellie: "We passed it already!" Me: "Oh . . . yeah. We are going to an outdoor market. Uh. . . we are going to...

Let's talk about BBQ because it's almost Labor Day and those two things seem to go together like cookie dough and ice cream (I have a slight obsession).  I'm not the only one with an obsession though.  The people...

Visit LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona Escape the heat and jump into the biggest box of LEGO bricks ever! Have you been to LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona yet?!  It opened to the public at Arizona Mills Mall in April and there is SO...

The holidays are here, and there is nothing more festive than planning some great to-do's for you and your family this holiday season.  In an effort to make the holidays really memorable, we've compiled a comprehensive guide to holiday...

This consultant guide is sponsored by all of the hard working, wanting the best for their families, passionate about their products, local mompreneuers featured here.    We are thrilled to be able to support, and connect you, with them! Please join...

Halloween festivities are officially in full swing! Costumes are being bought or made, candy is being stock piled, and spooky decorations are all over. While Halloween festivities are always a treat, there is one truly scary thing – the dangers...

We are so lucky that Phoenix has such an abundance of amazing Mexican restuarants to enjoy. It would be impossible to pick just one favorite, so here are ten must-try Phoenix Mexican restaurants and a few reasons we love...

I’m back to share about another family favorite restaurant. My family started going to PoPo’s when I was a small child. We went to the original location on 67th Ave & Indian School several times a month for years....

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers, an international organization whose mission is to meet the needs of every mom with children from birth through kindergarten. There is a local chapter at Scottsdale Bible Church (Shea Boulevard and Miller Road)...

Throwing a kids birthday party can be stressful enough.  There are so many things to think about with planning and preparing.  Sometimes making sure those things get captured in photographs are last minute thoughts. Being a mom first and photographer...

It has officially been 7 years since this girl has been "out" on New Years Eve.....but this is the year that streak will be broken!! Sure, the hubs and I have sat on the couch and rang in the New...

North Phoenix Moms Blog is currently looking to add to our incredible team of contributors.  We’re looking for local, motivated, organized, passionate moms who are interested in our community, local events and happenings, food, family outings, DIY, and so...

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...

 We are thrilled to partner with the Phoenix Theatre to bring you our First Annual Best Holiday Gift Guide + Giveaways in Phoenix!   The holiday gift guide and wish list was curated by our amazing team at North Phoenix...

Are you planning a birthday party, wedding or summer bbq? We want to introduce you to one of our amazing vendors from Bloom! Meet Kristy Bryant from Snap YOURSELFie. Kristy owns and operates this awesome photo booth which is perfect...

Find yourself some green and check out some of our favorite ideas to celebrate St. Patrick's day! Whether you want to celebrate at home or bring the whole family out on an adventure, here are seven lucky options to celebrate...

It's the most wonderful time of the year... now what to do with the family to celebrate the season?  We have put together our favorite holiday activities and events, the very best in the valley,  for you and your family...

As if our Arizona sunsets aren't enough???...below is a list of fab fireworks options to celebrate Independence Day! Which event(s) are your favorite? Do you traditionally attend one specific fireworks display? AHWATUKEE Red, White and Boom a FREE family event located...

North Phoenix Moms Blog is thrilled to announce the launch of tickets sales and 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...

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Live! is coming to Phoenix! Yes, I said that with almost as much excitement as my kids. The funny thing is I never thought I’d like one of their shows as much as I do but...

I grew up in Minnesota where the 4th of July is right in the middle of the best season - SUMMER, so it was always one of my favorite holidays. Fast forward to now, where I feel like I live...