Angela Barako

Angela Barako
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Angela Barako has loved living in Scottsdale for the last 22 years with her husband, Tom and three daughters (plus two dogs). Angela is the co-owner of Phoenix Moms, Scottsdale Moms and Flagstaff Mom Collective. Plus she had been a member of the Scottsdale team as a contributor since 2011. She reads lots of books, is a big college football fan (Go Big Red and Sun Devils!), likes cooking, loves Pilates, sometimes attempts to garden, and is addicted to reality TV.

What to Buy this Prime Day!

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Amazon Prime day is July 12th & 13th and we have the top 5 things you should stock up on this Prime! School supplies.......fortunately/unfortunately school is going to be here before we can even...
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Scottsdale Indoor Play Places Guide

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Surviving Summer Guide 2022

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We are so excited you found the Scottsdale Moms Guide to Surviving Summer. This is our 10th year of bringing you tips, tricks and things to do, all written to help YOU survive summer...

Ask an expert: Your vaccine questions

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Thank you to our campaign sponsors at We Can Do This for supporting Scottsdale Moms and the safety of our families. This content was paid for by the U.S. Department of Health and Human...
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Restaurant Guide

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We have so many amazing restaurants and dining options in Scottsdale! We are constantly amending this list and adding new articles of places to discover. Thank you to our sponsored restaurant! Scottsdale Moms couldn't bring...

Favorite Happy Hour Places {with kids!}

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As a family, one of our favorite activities to do together is head out to dinner. No shopping, prepping and cooking for me! Win! And if we can find a restaurant that has a...
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Mother’s Day Gift Idea!

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Feel free to just forward this article to your significant other.....if you receive this post sent to you, take this as your big gift idea hint!! We had the most relaxing experience at the Gainey...

Spring is here….all the things you need at Smart & Final

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Spring is officially here and that means wonderful weather but also horrible allergies, extra pollen and dust covering everything. It is the right time of year to clean all the hard to reach spots...

Farmer’s Markets in the Valley

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I love that you never know what new treat or amazing produce you will find at the Farmer's Market! One of our favorite things is to grab some Mama's Cold Brew or fancy chai...
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The Best Desserts in Scottsdale

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We have rounded up the best desserts in Scottsdale. These top dessert places around Scottsdale, Arizona will satisfy your sweet tooth! The Screamery located at Shea Blvd and Tatum Road has handcrafted ice cream in...
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Car Detailing that Comes to Your Home (plus a discount code)

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This is an image all of us moms know personally. A minivan or SUV with cheerios in between the seats, juice deposits stuck in the cracks of the cup holders and dog hair woven...
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Helf: an App to Connect You with Your Next Exercise Obsession (plus a giveaway)

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Everyone is looking for a new exercise routine to start off the new year with a BANG....and we have a new app that can help you achieve all of your workout goals in 2022...

A facial experience to make any day a spa day

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Our team was so super lucky to get to visit Face Foundrie's newest location in Arcadia to try their fabulous facials.  Face Foundrie has just been open for a little bit over a month, and...

Organic Local Cleaning Company {Plus Discount Code & Giveaway}

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The holidays are right around the corner and we are expecting a full house this Thanksgiving and I am doing everything I can to get the house ready for all.of.it. One area that we...

Top 3….AZ (October 2021)

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In this series we'll tell you about the top 3 new things we're loving in AZ. New places and activities are popping up around town all the time. Follow along for new restaurants, recipes,...

Shine Your Light- Share the Power of Positive Thinking with Flashcards for Kids {giveaway}

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Shine Your Light is a brand new, local company that we are excited to introduce you to. The family-run, kid-owned business, was created for children to help teach positivity, self-esteem and confidence. The tools include...

Fun Fantasy Dinner for the Whole Family

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Scottsdale Moms and family had such a blast at Medieval Times in Scottsdale last weekend enjoying a fun fantasy dinner. I remember going to Medieval Times when I was a kid. We would go to...

Hopdoddy {burgers for the whole family}

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The Scottsdale Moms team was invited by Hopdoddy to try out their delicious burgers and fun variety of french fries and sweet potato fries. It was so nice for our team to get together...

Top 3…AZ (September 2021)

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In this series we'll tell you about the top 3 new things we're loving in AZ. New places and activities are popping up around town all the time. Follow along for new restaurants, recipes,...
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Top 3….AZ {August 2021}

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In this series we'll tell you about the top 3 new things we're loving in AZ. New places and activities are popping up around town all the time. Follow along for new restaurants, recipes,...

Top 3….AZ {July 2021}

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In this series we'll tell you about the top 3 new things we're loving in AZ. Follow along this summer for new restaurants, recipes, experiences and other things you're sure to love. Koibito Poke -...
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Top 3…..AZ {June 2021}

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In this series we'll tell you about the top 3 new things we're loving in AZ. Follow along this summer for new restaurants, recipes, experiences and other things you're sure to love. Gabriella's Contemporary American...
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Family Friendly Events in and Around Scottsdale (June 2021)

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June is here and the temps are starting to heat up. So that means more "morning only" outings and days at the pool are all in our future. We've got your list of things...

Surviving Summer Guide 2021

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We are so excited you found the Scottsdale Moms Guide to Surviving Summer. This is our 9th year of bringing you tips, tricks and things to do, all written to help YOU survive summer...
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Family Friendly Events In and Around Scottsdale {May 2021}

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We don't know about you all, but May is the busiest month of the year! All the end of the school year activities, sports tryouts for next year plus add in trying to spend...
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2021 Guide to Mother’s Day Gifts: Something for Every Mom

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Mother's Day is going to be here before we know it. And if you need to pick out some special Mother's Day gifts for yourself (or drop some hints) or shop for your mother...
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Family Friendly Events In and Around Scottsdale {April 2021}

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April might just be the most perfect month in Scottsdale. It isn't too hot and there are so many great activities outdoors! Enjoy the weather because the inferno of summer is coming! Since summer is...
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April Fools’ Day Pranks to Play on Your Kids {Family Friendly Fun}

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Eeek April Fools' Day is just a few days away, so here are a few simple April Fools jokes that you can easily pull on your family.  Fake Bug behind the lamp shade. I just...

Easter Basket Ideas {2021}

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Easter is just a few weeks away and we all know what that means....lots of chocolate bunnies, plastic grass everywhere and jelly beans. Here are a few new ideas of other items to put...