Parenting Wisdom

While I was aware of LEGOLAND Discovery Center at Arizona Mills, I never thought about going there because LEGOs weren’t our “thing.” But as it turns out, when a boy turns four, LEGOs are THE toy to have. Slowly...

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,...

Our brand is for everyone, including vulnerable populations like young children, young families, and pregnant women." We recently had the distinct pleasure to sit down with Christopher Gavigan, Co-founder and Chief Purpose Officer of The Honest Company. We are truly...

School choice for your child is a huge decision, whether it be their first school or their next school. Some of us get lucky. We stumble into schools that end up being a perfectly fine fit for our own kiddos by...

In the two years that I have been a mom, Costco has quickly become my new BFF and has actually replaced Target (gasp!) as my go to place to shop for my family. We have been on a budget overhaul...

The Dodge Caravan is as Mom-Friendly As it Gets When it comes to motherhood, not all car manufacturers realize what it takes to make mom’s life easier. From dawn until dusk, and sometimes later, you are on the move: dropping...

This incredible guide to kids eat free in Phoenix is sponsored by our friends at Otro Cafe.  We are so thrilled to feature this amazing resource and hope it saves you and your family a few dollars, while offering you...

The North Phoenix Moms Blog Family Directory is LIVE and we are so excited to share it with you!  We are thrilled to be able to connect YOU, our readers, with incredible businesses in various areas that we regularly...

Do you ever wonder why it is important to take care of your child's baby teeth?  You may be thinking that these teeth will just eventually fall out.  Although baby teeth don’t last as long as permanent teeth, your...

Dear Best Friend, Hi. Remember me? I'm the one who used to go out with you on Thursday nights, we would drink a bottle of wine after work, talk, giggle and stumble home to our husbands afterwards. I'm the one...

Over the weekend we took a trip to the Children's Museum of Phoenix for a friend's first birthday party and lucky for us, had time to explore the museum after the festivities were over.  {PS: If you need a...

I’m well aware of the changes my body has gone through after having three kids, yet I’m always surprised by the way I look in pictures or when I catch a glimpse of my reflection.  Who is that heavier...

Love at furst sight We got our dog the week before our wedding ... obviously we weren’t thinking very clearly! We had been wanting a dog for a few years and when we saw her, we just knew she had...

I think as moms, we all need some form of therapy. For me, some of the best therapy is crying on my mom's shoulder, drinking wine with my friends or husband, or getting my hair done. I don't know why, but...

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...

We are officially back to school -- at daycare! Like most daycares, our school had a little break between summer and the start of a new school year.  After having had my son in daycare for the last year (he...

MUSICOLOGY is an enhanced music program designed specifically for newborns through 4-year olds. Classes are divided into developmental age groups which promote language, rhythm, motor skills, self-esteem, creativity and joy! In a fun and engaging atmosphere, children will explore...

This post was written and sponsored by our partners at Affiliated Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics. Tips for Teething Babies and Toddlers Excessive drooling and crankiness can make teething a challenging time for parents and babies alike. Here's help easing the pain...

My oldest recently started school.  I went back and forth on homeschooling her. Last year we even tried it out for a few months before I took a full time position and returned to work (after staying home for...

As a new school year begins, so does the scheduling and so do the inevitable school mornings. Getting our lives organized is essential to getting to school on time and with all necessary items. And this my friends is...

 Alright mamas ... who is ready for a Moms Night Out?  We know school is back in session, and you probably feel a huge sense of relief but perhaps also a familiar sense of scurrying around to get it...

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...

At a recent North Phoenix Moms Blog happy hour, we gathered together to celebrate motherhood and the blog.  While we were there I noticed nearly every mama ordered a different happy hour drink. The drink orders sparked a lively icebreaker discussion:...

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...

 jux·ta·po·si·tion jəkstəpəˈziSH(ə)n/ noun the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect. Thank you www.dictionary.com :) Is it just me or is parenting basically a wonderful, exhausting game of checks and balances?  Constantly juggling can be so hard but it's...