Do you know what your little ones (and you?!) are dressing up as for Halloween? We have put together 10 Amazing (and Easy) Halloween Costumes You Can Do Yourself On the Cheap! We have some fab DIY ideas...
It's officially fall y'all. Can you believe it?! And even though Arizona isn't completely done with the warm temperatures during the day, we're finally getting those cooler mornings and evenings. I was so excited to start my fall ritual of...
Be sure and visit the Arizona Science Center's newest exhibit - Going Places: The Technology of Transportation.
The Arizona Science Center is such a magical place. As mamas, you know the littles who love to ask, “but why?” umpteen times...
If you are looking for family friendly, well priced Italian food, then Mici Italian is a must try. This Colorado based, family-owned business just opened its first location in Gilbert, just south of Power and Ray.
Upon arrival you see...
Does it ever feel unfair that you drop off a smiling kid at school and pick up a hot mess? That school gets the “best” of your kid. The hope of a child skipping out of school, smiling from...
Are you looking for a little family escape from Phoenix over a weekend but don't want to go too far? Or maybe you want a special day trip to be the highlight of school break or one of those...
We are so thrilled to feature this amazing Guide to Kids Eat Free in Phoenix and hope it saves you and your family a few dollars, while offering you a chance to eat out together!
Multiple LocationsWednesdays, kids ages 12...
Candle season has arrived! Yay! Not only are they filling up our homes with delightful warm scents but they can be peaceful, calming, and soothing after a long day. We all know that candles can get pricey depending on...
Motherhood can be overwhelming. All consuming. Debilitating. One moment your life is your own, your body is your own, your time is your own. Then the next thing you know, you have a baby and are thrown into a...
The teen years are tough for everyone: parents and teens alike.
Having two teenage boys myself, I can speak from professional and personal experience. Riding the daily mood swings of a teen can lead to emotional whiplash if a...
I have a little boy with a big heart, and this big heart of his makes him extra sensitive. He is a strong, sensitive boy, and as I parent, I work on guarding his heart and raising him with...
Between working, both kids feeling under the weather, teething, laundry, marriage, friendships, and you know… life… sometimes it’s hard to find the time to get certain things done—like baking cookies. I love baking and my three year old daughter...
September is Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Awareness Month.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a special place. It’s a place with many happy moments for some and many sad moments for others. This place is filled with amazing nurses...
Whether you’re preparing to move or planning to stay put for the foreseeable future, any time is the right time to get your home in order. Streamlining your spaces not only saves you time, but it can also make...
Being in the financial industry, I have had the privilege of observing many different families, their behaviors, thoughts on money and spending habits. I find it interesting that people can vary so drastically on their views on money, these...
I am a first time kindergarten mom. I have no clue what I am doing, and I cried like a baby on my son's first day of school. We are almost a month into his kindergarten career, and I...
All month long, PBS KIDS is rallying children and families around the nation, helping to teaching your children to thank the helpers and give thanks to essential workers in their neighborhoods through a digital-led campaign.
Millions of parents are turning...
It's almost Fall and the weather will begin to cool down and of course the pumpkin patches will be opening up. Enjoying the pumpkin patches has been a long time tradition of our family and this year will be...
But school is where all the kids are, right? It’s what movies, social media, and perhaps even your own experience has convinced adults, that your child will find their BFF at school. In fact, not having friends is one...
You've made it through the grueling days of summer, and now you are ready to enjoy some amazing rooftop or patio dining as we head toward all those months where we remember why we live in Phoenix. To celebrate...
Raising children is no easy feat. Sure, it’s been done for generations ... but when you think about how this little human is going to learn how to be a good human from you (and their loved ones), it...
This year marks the first year that all five of my children are in school. (Can you say party?!) Julia, my oldest, is in her first year teaching, and Sebastian, my youngest, started kindergarten! I've been practicing making school...
The U S Breastfeeding Committee declared August National Breastfeeding Month on August 6, 2011. National Breastfeeding Week runs from August 1-7. Black Mothers Breastfeeding Week is celebrated August 25-31, and was started in 2013. The founders acknowledge concern with...
If you are struggling with keeping your child motivated in school, the first thing you should consider is if there is anything holding them back. Learning differences, social challenges, and emotional issues can cause children to disengage academically. There...
I am a mom of two fun and wild boys. I have become an expert on Paw Patrol, PJ Masks, Thomas the Train, and Lego towers. I have learned to tone down the shock and horror on my face...
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Phoenix Moms Preschool Guide
We all want our children to learn and grow in a safe and loving environment. When it's time for your child to start attending...
