Summer

Although school has started for most of us, if you're anything like me, you still want to eke out the last few fun days of summer while you can. With Labor Day coming up, there's still time to plan...

Are you prepared for the Monsoon season? Not sure how to prepare? We have tips from an Arizona native for you!   Arizona's monsoon season begins in June and continues through September. Monsoon season includes higher humidity, thunderstorms, heavy rain, lightning, hail,...

This summer, enjoy a relaxing getaway to the historic Lodge on the Desert in Tucson, Arizona.  Summer rates start as lows as $99 per night and include a free breakfast buffet is included with each room for up to two...

Last week we had a perfect day trip!   If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the kids, I highly recommend taking a day trip to Mortimer Farms. In July, they have a recurring event called Blackberry...

This post was written and sponsored by our partners at the Children's Museum of Phoenix.  We are thrilled to provide you with information about their educational programs. Did you go to summer camps when you were young? Most of us...

Summer is upon us, which means two things: school is out and the temperatures are HOT! Families are in the midst of summer activities and are desperately trying to figure out how to keep their children from bouncing off...

My kids are loud. Really loud. They're the kind of kids who start talking the moment they wake up and don't stop until bedtime. And I'm pretty sure at least one of them talks in his sleep. They're loud....

Do you and your family hang out at the Shops at Norterra?! If you haven't already, you should!! The Shops are a sponsor of ours and we couldn't be more excited about it. There are so many great places...

  Shaving...ugh!  It is probably the part of my beauty routine that I dislike the most.  Since we still have at least a couple more months of wearing shorts here in Phoenix, I thought I would share some shaving tips...

Living in Phoenix means our hot HOT summers need to be filled with busy camp days for our kids. Because we know, if we don't plan our kids summers, we then become the "camp directors." We also know that...

Make this a summer to remember with a getaway to Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, with weekday rates beginning at $189 per night, June 1 – Aug. 31, 2017. Experience sunrise hikes to adjacent Pinnacle Peak Park, dining al fresco...

I had the opportunity to go on a family vacation this summer with my son and husband. We traveled by car, for about 6 hours, and were gone for 3 days. As this is our first baby, we weren’t...

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...

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!...

Boy, has it been hot and sticky or what? We are trying to stay inside as much as possible, unless we are in the pool of course!  My almost 2 year old is becoming bored with our inside activities...

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...

This is a sponsored post. I received product to review but my opinions are my own. Have you noticed that some of our North Phoenix Moms Blog team has been traveling? Last Saturday on our Insta Take-Over, Stacey showed you...

Situated about 90 minutes from Phoenix in Central Arizona, you’ll find a hidden treasure that is not only a fun way to escape the desert heat, but it’s also a fun way to enjoy...

Time for another do-it-yourself nail idea!  These cheetah print nails can be customized to any color scheme and would be super cute on toes!  Sandal season is definitely here!  Here is what you'll need: a light/neutral base color, an...

I don't know about you, but over here we have a serious addiction to buying swimsuits. Especially now that I have a second baby girl and I can get them matching or color coordinating swimmers. What's cuter than mini...

Summer may be winding down but the excitement is just heating up at The Shops at Norterra through August 31st!   If you spend a total of $200 or more in a single day at any of the shops, restaurants, service-providers, or...

Growing up,  my sister and I would always participate in the annual "summer reading challenge" at our local library, and it's one of my favorite summer memories!  I've carried this love of reading into adulthood and think that everyone can enjoy...

Last week I channeled Ina Garten and made a perfect summer dessert: blackberry crostata. We had just visited Mortimer Farms and brought home some delicious sweet blackberries & strawberries.     This super easy and delicious free form Italian pie just screams...

Happy National Lemonade Day! Did you know such a day existed!?  I sure didn't, but I am more than happy to celebrate. Lemonade is hands down my favorite drink around. It is such a versatile drink- fancy enough to...

I don't know about you but when I think about summer with young kiddos, I start dreading the heat! My girls love splash pads and pools as much as any Arizona native does, but since they are often peppered...