stephflies
Steph is the Co-founder of Scottsdale Moms Blog and the Director of City Moms Blog Network. She is the mamma of three little girls, Nora (July 2009), Elsie (May 2011) and Audrey (February 2013) and wife of Alan. She loves shopping for great deals, wearing funky jewery and spending loads of time with friends. Steph gets a kick out of multitasking and loves nothing more than throwing a good party. You can read more about Steph on her personal blog The Flies Blend
My Hair Story | Phoenix Brazilian Blowout
So I have to start out by saying, I love my curls. It’s taken me a very long time to get to this point, but I no longer long for straight hair (Okay, maybe...
Mommy SOS | Pediatrician
If you’re new and just stopping in… welcome! We’re so glad you have found Scottsdale Moms Blog! Be sure to sign up for our Email or RSS Feed (if you don't know what a...
SMB Featured on AZCentral.com
Did you happen to see that our very own Joy Cherrick was quoted in an AZCentral.com article??!!!
Here's a little sneak peak...
"Joy Cherrick, co-founder of Scottsdale Mom's Blog, said Scottsdale offers a lot of great...
SMB Photo of the Month
There's nothing we love more than to hear from YOU - the readers of Scottsdale Moms Blog! Joy and I love being able to connect with all of you local Phoenix area mama's.
Because of...
Session Nine Photography Photo shoot
There is something so special about mommy-daughter pictures. It's such a tender relationship and to be able to capture even a glimpse of it in a photo (a professional picture nonetheless) is so incredible....
Arizona Restaurant Week
Have you heard about Arizona Restaurant Week? Arizona Restaurant Week 2010 is undoubtedly one of our favorite times of the year. This September 18th to September 26th 2010 you will have the opportunity to eat at some of the...
Fresh & Easy + SMB Social THIS Monday!
Most of you have probably heard by now about our Fresh & Easy Social this coming Monday. If not - here's the post with all of the details.
We are so looking forward to meeting...
Arizona Mom’s Night Out
It's that time again... and we couldn't be more excited to be teaming up with one of the greatest bloggers (and she's local) - Kelly with Everyday Chilldhood - for ARIZONA MOM'S NIGHT OUT!!!
Here’s your...
Fresh & Easy and Scottsdale Moms Blog Social!!!!
I don't know about you ladies but I LOVE Fresh & Easy! I was introduced to this small supermarket about a year ago and have been shopping there ever since! I was even more...
FREE Kim Courtney Swim School Swim Lessons!!!
Hey Ladies! I am soooo excited to share this new opportunity with you. Scottsdale Moms Blog has teamed up with the ladies at the Kim Courtney Swim School to offer a couple days of...
Mommy SOS | Phoenix OB-Gyn / Midwife
If you're new and just stopping in... welcome! We're so glad you have found Scottsdale Moms Blog!
Today we're back with another Mommy SOS topic (yipee!!! - these are quickly becoming my favorite posts). If...
A Photoshoot
Let's all put on your thinking caps and remember what YOU were doing this Tuesday when the sky's turned wicked dark and the rainclouds rolled in? Got it...the memory that is.
What was I doing?...
Simply Sweets Grand Re-Opening TODAY!
For those of you momma's who joined us for our Moms Night Out a couple weeks back - you probably remember that unbelievable cupcake in your swag bag :) - right?!!! I've heard from...
Friday Date Night (Happy Hour Version) on Mom Index
Need more date night ideas? Check out my Friday Date Night guest post on MomIndex’s Blog...Happy Hour style...
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Baby, Toddler and Parent Models Needed!
Boon Inc and Keen Distribution need YOU!!!!
A friend of mine just contacted me and asked if I knew of any families that might be interested in helping out with a photo shoot they are...
Mommy SOS | Strollers
One of my favorite mommy blogs, BecomingMom, has a series entitled "Mommy SOS" where she asks her readers to give their insight into various mommy-matters. I've always loved these posts as I feel like...
Moms Night Out Recap in Pictures
A HUGE thank you to Session Nine Photography for being so willing to take photos of our first event! We are so pleased with them. Can't wait for the next event....
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Nora’s One Year Photography Shoot with Kimberly Bee
After reading Kimberly Jarman's post on Documenting Our Kids Lives I knew exactly what I wanted to do - book a photo session!! I've always loved the Kimberly's work (yes - there are two...
Mom Index’s Top Arizona July Activities
I hope you enjoyed my first guest post in June. It’s been a lot of fun searching for all the wonderful events and activities throughout the Valley. The Phoenix area is such fantastic place...
your invitation to Scottsdale Moms Blog Moms Night Out
We are thrilled to announce the opening of registration for our very first Scottsdale Moms Blog MOMS' NIGHT OUT!!!!!
Here's your chance to leave the kids with a sitter (or their dad) and get out with a group...
Getting out of Arizona – Lake Tahoe
We're back with another Getting out of Arizona post. If you didn't see last week's post on Napa and Sonoma Valley be sure to click HERE. I don't know about you, but after this...
Getting Out of Arizona – Napa & Sonoma Valley
In an effort to spice things up (again) on SMB we're launching a brand new series - Getting Out of Arizona! Can we all say in unison "YES, please!?" Although we had a ton...
Baby and Me Movie
Remember this post on Harkins Summer Movie Fun? Well, maybe you're like me and you read that post and thought "We'll do that when _____ gets older."
I have good news ladies - there is...
Steph vs Joy: The First Birthday Party – the approach
{Steph} You might think I'm joking when I tell you that I've been "planning" Nora's first birthday party for the last 6 months - but I'm being 100% truthful. Really. I love to plan...
E-mail your baby
Soon after having Nora I got a copy of The Rookie Mom's Handbook: 250 Activities to do with (and without!) your baby. It's been a great resource for ideas and information. And a great...
Steph vs Joy: Meal Planning
{Steph} Oh goodie, goodie, goodie, goodie! I love everything about feeding my family. I know... it might sound weird but one of my favorite places in our home is the kitchen. It's where all...
Choosing the right Car Seat
Confused about which car seat to buy? I know I was! Just taking a walk through the car seat and stroller aisle at Buy, Buy Baby or BRU made (and still makes!) my head...
Resource Highlight: Bountiful Baskets
Anyone who tries to eat healthy knows the frustration of having to pay more for fresh, good-for-you food. Therefore, I'm always super excited when I find ways to cut costs and still eat healthy....
Bloggy Boot Camp & Moms Night Out
It's been quite the week for these SMB ladies! I just can't get enough of how many awesome things there are to do in the Phoenix area. So - here's another reminder...
Friday Date Night: Special Occasions – Trader Vic’s
We're back for the final week of Friday Date Night, Special Occasions edition. If you didn't get a chance to see the past 2 week's posts Click Here for Week 1 and Click Here...