“New year, new me” is a phrase we often hear throughout the month of January. The custom of making New Year's resolutions has been around for thousands of years, but let's be honest...We don't need to wait for January...
From advice on being the best possible mom to DIYs to learning to love and learn, our contributors volunteered their time and talent for our community. Here are this year's top five posts.
They have a passion for sharing what...
“Yes, this is what I want to do for a living; put smiles on kids’ faces.” This sentiment has echoed from the heart of California native, Rich Luboviski, for over a decade. A creative akin to Walt Disney with a mind...
Oh Tassia, sometimes your optimism really sets you up for a reality slap. Yes, I am the glass is half full kind of girl. Sometimes this can be a problem, when I overestimate or even underestimate a situation. Like...
Mamas, I know it is the most chaotic time of year and so many things are on our to-do lists, but don't forget this one important thing before we leave this year behind...
Celebrate your progress.
Maybe you have a hard time...
I’m not big on New Year’s resolutions, but one habit that seems very new year’s resolution-y that I can get behind for any overly-busy mom (read: you) is to start a journal. You mean add something else to my...
Phoenix Moms is all about supporting women in every stage of motherhood. Pregnancy is one of the most exciting times, but COVID-19 restrictions and concerns can lead to missed appointments, additional stress, anxiety and depression. In fact, more than half...
It took me way too long to get the message that my husband does not like my gifts nearly as much as I do. In the early years, I would buy him clothes. I would carefully wrap them, hand...
Air quality is an important factor in our day-to-day health. According to the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA), poor indoor air quality can have a profound effect on health.
Health effects of poor indoor air quality include:
● Irritation of the eyes, nose,...
It just isn't the holidays without family time. With all the decorating, shopping, wrapping, cooking, baking and everything in between, family becomes a little hard to fit in. However, it is important to remember that you can still get...
For many people, this past year has illuminated the need for slowing down and taking care of their own mental well-being. Consider giving the gift of self-care to your loved ones this holiday season with one of these thoughtful...
Six and a half years into this gig, and the moment this controlling mama has been dreading all along has come...
My baby girl (because really, she is still a baby right??), has discovered the beauty of being self-reliant. And...
After the long, hot, seemingly endless summer, it is finally our chance to get some outdoor fitness in. With holiday season upon us, it may be hard to squeeze it all in, but let's not forget to prioritize ourselves...
1 out of 3 Americans report that they don't get enough sleep each night.
Imagine this: You find yourself laying in bed struggling to fall asleep. Again. You look at the clock. It's 3:00 am. The urge to know how...
I don't know about you, but I'm not a big fan of change. Change is inevitable, but it takes me a while sometimes to adjust to it and feel at ease. October through December is my favorite time of...
Have you resigned yourself to the idea that your Thanksgiving turkey will be dry, no matter what? Have you convinced yourself that it's okay because that's what gravy is for? Or maybe worse yet, you have crossed to the...
You might already know that having a gratitude practice is super important for your mental health. It can do so much to improve our day to day lives, especially as tired, busy mamas. Maybe you already keep a gratitude...
Finding childcare can be a nightmare. Luckily, a friend told me about Caribou and right after signing up, I was matched with stay-at-home moms (SAHMs) in my area who were ready to help out.
What’s the sign up process like?
Getting...
Do you think that emotional or physical abuse could possibly be a part of your teen's dating life?
Most people answer with an emphatic “NO” to this question. In fact, 81% of adults say that they don’t think that dating...
The day after Thanksgiving (also known as Black Friday) is known to be the busiest shopping day of the year. Many people try to get a head start on holiday shopping or finally nab a discount on an item...
Raise your hand if you are familiar with the term birth doula. Yep, lots of us know about doulas and probably many of you had one at your side during labor. But have you ever heard about a postpartum...
Looking for fun trunk-or-treat events around town? We've got you covered.
Truck-or-Treat North Valley Community Church
October 29th 6 - 8pm
Scary or silly, princess or superhero – put on your favorite costume and bring the whole family to Truck or Treat...
Many things have changed the past two years and Disneyland is no exception. We've listed the resources you need to have a wonderful vacation in 2021 and 2022!
Our family just returned from an amazing vacation in Anaheim, California. As...
As far as I'm concerned, as soon as the calendar flipped to October 1st, my mind clicked into entertaining mode. From Halloween to Thanksgiving to Christmas, I'm ready for cooler weather (ie dinner's on the patio), holidays, and dinner...
Store bought costumes can be expensive, yet cheaply made. Maybe you'd like to be a little adventurous this year. Well, here's a list of easy homemade Halloween costumes for adults and kids!
If you love Disney and are looking...
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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...
