Thank you all for joining East Valley Moms, Scottsdale Moms and Phoenix Moms at the "Mummies Night Out: A Mom's Night Out" event. We hope all of those that attended enjoyed your kid-free evening! We loved seeing so many...
A few times a year I get the urge to "clean up" of my everyday routines. Maybe it's because I get bored, or feel like my skin/body/hair routine needs a little oomph. Maybe it's just because it's spring time...
It is the season of life for me where a lot of my friends are getting pregnant and having babies. During the last few months two of my friends, days apart in their due date, were expecting little boys...
This is a sponsored post. We received Baby Bjorn product to review. My opinions are my own and my review is honest.
Recently we have started to travel LOTS. I mean it...we have 3 trips this summer which is a...
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...
Getting married and having children at a young age was something I always wanted. We were surrounded by people I love at our wedding with nine bridesmaids, nine groomsmen, and nearly 300 guests. All of our family and friends...
Can you picture your life without social media?
I was in a 5th grade classroom the other day and the students were having a discussion about how different life is now compared to life during the Colonial Time period. They...
The doctor said it would take six weeks for my body to heal after having a baby. My work told me that after 12 weeks (unpaid) I would be ready to return to come back full-time. The actress I...
I sit here writing, 3 days until “due date” with my second daughter, and wonder: Who will this little girl be? What will she love? What will she look like? What will make her laugh? What will make her...
Before we announce the winner, I wanted to extend a special offer from Malia B Photography! Even if you were not the winner of the newborn session give-a-way, you still can have a chance to have a session with...
I don't know about you mamas but when it comes to meal planning I struggle. I have a hard time coming up with new and delicious recipes instead of the same old repeats. I too easily settle for the...
I know my little family and I are always looking for some fun things to do (FREE is even better) when Friday rolls around. So I thought I'd share some fun events going on in the valley you may...
During the most recent Super Bowl, many of the multi-million dollar campaign spots went to the usual suspects....the snack foods, the adult beverages, the soda pop, the feminine hygiene products.....wait, WHAT?!?!? Now that was a curve ball we didn't...
Remember back in the day when all you wanted on Valentine's Day was a red rose from your boyfriend and you didn’t even care if it was from the gas station (you know the rose I’m talking about. ....
I can't really remember when or why I started, but in high school I spent every Sunday finishing my homework and then jumping into my latest copy of Seventeen magazine. I listened to my favorite music and treated myself to a...
I am sure you are familiar with the term "Helicopter parent." Perhaps you have read articles about it. When you had children you vowed that you would never be one. But then, if you are anything like me, one...
It's no secret - I'm a big fan of lists, storage and good ol' fashion organization. I love making fall lists with autumn activities, and going back to school shopping for all those writing supplies and planners. I think...
Everywhere you look the "Christmas Creep" is happening. Holiday music is hitting the radio, decorations are going up and stores are all in full-blown Christmas mode. The holidays, and related expenses, are approaching whether you're ready or not. Having...
Dating is hard. Dating after you've had kids is even harder. It's a stressful process to get a babysitter, plan dinner and a movie into your budget, and leave the house while you hear the baby screaming. Date nights...
As I write this, our state in experiencing the most historic movement in public education since…really, ever. With an affirmative vote of teachers from across the state, a walk-out has been scheduled to protest the need for increased funding...
One common aspect of motherhood that is all too familiar is a glass of wine. I remember growing up, my mom, friend’s moms, and neighbors, having a glass of wine at the end of a long day. As soon...
I was recently sucked into a Self Magazine article, Here’s How Often You Should Really Be Washing Your Sheets. On one hand I was very curious, but on the other I wasn’t sure if I really wanted to know...
The Hubbs and I get one date night a month. So I was thrilled when the opportunity to see an advanced screening of The Art of Racing in the Rain fell on date night this month. Grandma was already...
Oftentimes, we reach the holidays in a reflective mood: What went right or wrong this past year? What can we change for the better in the new year? Sometimes we reach December with lots of goals for January, and...
Teens say (and do) the darndest things: How our brains play a role in decision making.
Have you had the experience where your teenager is yelling about the unfairness of your rules one minute and cuddling with you on the couch...
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Arizona Science Center: Trading Happy Hour for Snow Explosions
Ah, the glory days of happy hour—when I could sip cocktails, laugh with friends, and somehow still make it to closing time. Fast forward...
