Things to do & Guides

I am an Illinois native, so summertime in the Midwest is not comparable to these hot summer days that Phoenix brings. Growing up, everyone looked forward to sweet summertime. The magical months between May and August where we can...

The Fourth of July is right around the corner and it’s time to celebrate the good ol’ USA! Check out these simple and fun patriotic treats that both you and your preschooler will enjoy making—and eating! 1. Red, White, and...

With summer now in mostly full swing, it creates the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends and family.  When you have little kids, it can be so easy to get caught up in the hoopla of everyday life:...

If you are like me, you may be looking for new + interesting + unique + fun + cost effective activities for your kiddos to do this summer. This watercolor bubble art was all of the above! The idea...

Recently I broke free from the Arizona heat and made the trip to to the west coast to lounge on the beach. (More like stop my daughter from eating every grain of sand on the shore.) The beach can...

With summer coming I know that we will all start to dread the high temperatures. The extremely unfortunate truth is that for some children that heat will be deadly. So when is it okay to leave your child in...

With summer right around the corner, I have rounded up a few of our favorite indoor activities we enjoy doing while we brave the 100+ temperatures. I am not going to lie, I think summer in Arizona with kids is...

Happy May ladies! This is our month to shine! With Mother's Day just having passed, warmer weather, and visions of summer vacation dancing in our minds, it's a good month to celebrate ourselves. As moms we know that each...

Summer break is right around the corner and I, for one, can't wait! Call me crazy, but I love being a summer mom. It's not that the school year is all doom and gloom to me but competing with...

We live in an odd climate here in Phoenix. It's hot, really hot, for a very long time! How does that affect you? Your body? Your mood? Your thoughts? I think most people think "Summer!!" and imagine lounging around...

Our biggest event of the year, Bloom {an event especially for new and expecting moms} is this week! We would really love for you to join us on Sunday.  We are excited to present a filled event with over 30...

We are getting so excited for our Bloom event later this month! We want to give away two (2) tickets to one of our North Phoenix Moms Blog readers. And that lucky reader could be you!  Bloom :: An Event...

You are always going to run across people that tell you they will not take their kids to Disneyland until they will remember it. After all, it’s a pricey and a long trip for many families. Not me. My...

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...

Each year both county shelters in Maricopa take in over 30,000 animals. This is done with limited resources and volunteers. Many people adopt their pets from the shelter to help the community and save an animal’s life simultaneously. But,...

As moms ourselves, we know that finding the perfect summer camps mean fun-filled, and stress-free summers!  We are eager to present our 2019 Ultimate Guide to Summer Camps in Phoenix, and hope it provides you some insight as you...

Throughout the year, it’s nice to have an indoor escape that you can seek out with your kids in tow. One of my family’s favorite places for this is the Arizona Science Center. In June of 2016, we purchased...

Lunch at Pei Wei! Last week, the family went to lunch at Pei Wei on Indian School and 44th to checkout the brand new store redesign that just re-opened. We loved it. The kids picked out fried rice, orange chicken...

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...

Hey Phoenix Moms! Save the date for Arizona PBS’s KIDS Day coming up on Saturday, February 16. You and your kids are invited to meet your favorite PBS KIDS characters for a day of activities, story time and fun at...

If you followed along with my post last month, you know that I embarked on a “no spend” January.  Let me tell you, I ended up getting a lot more out of it than I thought I would!  I...

My daughter was the luckiest 10 year old last weekend when we had AZ Sleepy Teepee for her sleepover birthday party! Is this not THE. MOST. ADORABLE sleepover setup you have ever seen? Everyone could not believe how fantastic this...

I don't know about you but I am always looking for new ways to stay cool and save money... especially during the summer months!  I was super excited to learn about NewAir and their amazing line of luxury appliances!...

Splash into summer at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort and enjoy an array of activities, newly redesigned Agave suites, summer dining offerings and seasonal spa specials. Lather on the SPF at the River Ranch, the resort’s social hub, featuring...

Summer is well underway and it’s that time, once again, to read all of the latest and greatest thing to do in Phoenix to keep kiddos and parents entertained. Let’s have some fun! Jaw-some July: Sharks Invade Odysea Aquarium All...