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I've lived in the Phoenix Metro area for more than 3 years, and every year I say the same thing - This is the year we will get out, explore, and take advantage of everything the city has to...

I'm not the first to share how parenting changes your life and those adorable little creations you birthed are sometimes time-suckers for attention, feeding, bathing, changing, etc.. Sometimes, a "date with your spouse" is when the kids go to bed...

Let's hear those sleigh bells jing a ling . . . anyone? anyone? I can just taste Halloween! And do you know what that means? It's almost the start of the holiday season. So, here is my pre-season gift to you. Bust out...

Ah yes, I can remember when the first Flower Child opened up off of Camelback and 44th St.  I remember tasting that first sip of kombucha they have on tap and biting into that amazing piece of grass fed...

I made that typical right hand turn at the State Farm brick building on Vernon right off Central Ave. Thank God my typical parking spot was available or my already challenging morning would have been blown to smithereens. I strolled up...

It's here! The time we've all been waiting for! We endure the hot summers and sporadic winters for SPRING! Below you'll find spring events in Phoenix for everyone and everything! From date nights, to family events, to girl time...

I practically grew up at the Public Library in Tempe. My memories are full of my single mom lugging me, my two sisters, and two brothers into the van and involve either a story time, checking out handfuls of...

Hippity hop, hippity hop, Easter is on its way… EARLY!  Yes, Easter comes early in 2016, and even earlier to Phoenix Rescue Mission, which will be holding their Community Easter Event on March 19, 2016, from 8am to 1pm. The...

Earlier this month, I told you about the MOMS Club of Phoenix-Happy Valley's charity consignment sale. It went off without a hitch and I'm happy to say that our little group of moms raised $800 for HopeKids. HopeKids is...

Whether you're looking for a special date with your kid, or a fancy time out with some friends, a Phoenix tea shop of one kind or another can really hit the spot. Today, we're spilling the tea on the...

This post was sponsored by our partners at Shops at Norterra. Anyone living in Phoenix experiences four seasons: tolerable, hot, really hot, and are you freakin' kidding me? Welcome to “are you freakin’ kidding me” otherwise known as August in Phoenix!...

We all love a feel-good story. The kind where we find ourselves smiling and celebrating in our minds for the ones whose lives are better, and cheering on those who made it happen! A story of someone in need...

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...

The Phoenix Moms team was invited by Hopdoddy to try out their delicious burgers and fun variety of french fries and sweet potato fries. It was so nice for our team to get together and reconnect at this fun...

The Yoga Hangout Yoga. I'm already rocking the pants on a regular basis, so might as well actually take a class, right? Okay, I have done yoga in the past but it's been a while. It can be tricky to fit...

The investment you make to improve a smile is the most important money you will ever spend to boost your child’s self-confidence. North Phoenix Moms' partners at Dunn Orthodontics believe finances shouldn’t stand between your child and a great...

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...

Foodie Friday + 4th of July = this simple and delicious summer salad recipe by local mama and foodie extraordinaire Jessica from See Salt. Ingredients: cold watermelon oranges prepped and sliced red onion thinly sliced arugula creamy goat cheese olive oil balsamic or red wine vinegar sea salt Directions: Cut watermelon...

As moms we can easily forget to take care of ourselves in the everyday hustle and bustle of life.  We try our hardest to make sure our family, household, commitments, jobs and/or business, and friends are all taken care...

We are thrilled to announce that our January dreamcatcher workshop will be at frances, one of our favorite AZ boutiques. This workshop will feature amazingly talented, local artist Savannah Ashley. Bring your girlfriends for a night of fun - snacks...

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...

I can't even begin to tell you how fun it is to see all the wonder and the magic in my children's eyes as they get to experience Christmas this year. From now until New Year, we are surrounded...

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner so here's your guide to the most romantic restaurants in Phoenix + around the valley to help you choose where to spend that precious date night! Instead of going on Valentine's Day...

This post was sponsored by our partners at Royalty Rentals. A big event is an exciting thing. Whether it’s an elegant wedding, a creative birthday party, an important conference, or a long overdue family reunion, events are great opportunities...

I was raised on Disney movies and musicals.  Some of my favorites (that still hold up) are: Peter Pan, The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, The Wizard of Oz, West Side Story, Grease, Singin' in the Rain and, of course,...