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Summer is the perfect time to take a break and embark on a relaxing getaway. If you're looking for a destination that combines serene desert landscapes, vibrant cultural experiences, and luxurious accommodations, look no further than Scottsdale, Arizona. This...

  Traits, tips, and advantages of a highly-sensitive child? Pleasantly surprising is that current research findings are backing society’s philosophical shift toward a kinder perspective that embraces, rather than traditionally rejects, the highly-sensitive personality.  Some experts are even touting the...

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 and mother-in-law, we put together...

One of my favorite things about living in Scottsdale is all of the local and accessible hiking trails. I love hiking and I want my children to love hiking too. Bringing children along can sometimes sound intimidating, so here...

The first full week in May is National Teacher Appreciation Week. As a former classroom teacher and a current private educator, this celebrated week is especially near and dear to my heart. Now, as a mom, this week has...

Thinking about having another baby? Wait, back up!....Have you had your first baby yet? (Start there, first, trust me!) Regardless, when it comes to wanting to have children, some girls “know” from childhood, or thereabouts. Some girls begin to...

We could all use some good news these days, so I’m here to alert you to the fact that we are now entering prime mimosa season. The months of April, May, and June are simply brimming with opportunities to have...

We had so much fun on Saturday at Goldfish Swim School Scottsdale. We loved seeing our community members come out for good family fun! We are planning other fun family events in the future. Be sure to follow us on...

Spring is here and that means Scottsdale is packed with all.the.events. We just wish we could do them all. Get out of the house and enjoy this great weather before it gets HOT! It is also a great month to...

A list just for you - 14 Awesome Non-Toy Easter Basket Ideas.  I absolutely love putting together gifts for my children, which makes it a struggle to not go overboard on their Easter baskets. This year my goal is to...

  Picture this. Sipping on a glass of wine in a fluffy white robe, while soft music plays in the background and luscious scents fill the air. You are surrounded by peace and quiet, along with adult-only jacuzzis and pools,...

Easter is almost here and a great activity to do with your kiddos is making dye using everyday ingredients you already have in your kitchen. Last year I tried to dye our Easter eggs using natural everyday ingredients and they...

Motherhood It could be tough occasionally to meet like-minded moms in your community. Sometimes, our insecurities overwhelm us, and they stop us from even taking the first step. When I first became a mom, motherhood was extremely rewarding, but it...

Gals, I found it!  The search is over.  I found the perfect little black dress for every situation.  Okay, maybe not every situation. I mean, it’s probably not going to work for a formal dinner at the White House...

Every year, our contributors write on a variety of topics to reach as many moms with as many relatable experiences as possible. From organization to local reviews to Arizona-specific information, you, our readers let us know what your favorites...

Have you ever asked a room full of mamas what their favorite books were? All the readers in the room immediately perk up and smile widely! We asked our contributors to share their favorite reads of 2022 with us! So,...

Do you want to know the ultimate fall dinner featuring the season’s most popular flavor?    Yeah?  I thought you might say yes!    Pumpkin chili with pumpkin cornbread muffins are the spice of life that Fall lovers everywhere are 100% here for.  The pumpkin...

This is the first time I’ve admitted I had postpartum anxiety or depression. To be honest, it took having my second child to realize that what I was feeling after my first was born wasn’t just the typical "baby...

Exhausted, hurried, angry? Do these words best describe you? You’re moving at such a fast pace, you high-five yourself on the interstate. You’re behind the eight ball at every turn with no end in sight. You’re late to work,...

From outside appearances, football is traditionally a male dominated sport. BUT if you really look at the people involved in all the flag football clubs, your local high school teams, and even the pro teams, you will find the...

It’s that time of the year, time for leaves to start changing colors, pumpkin spice is everywhere, and time to start pulling cozy sweaters out of the back of the closet (yes, I know it’s Arizona… but go with...

Fall is here! (Well, let's pretend.) That means cooler temps and pumpkin flavored everything. Oftentimes, those on a restricted diet can only look, but not touch the pumpkin deliciousness surrounding them. Not anymore! With this recipe you can have...

Everything's fine. My husband is probably one of the most amazing humans in the world. He’s such a good man and I literally want everyone to know him and his level of awesomeness. Although TBH, he would HATE that...

Grandparents' Day is celebrated on the first Sunday after Labor Day. This year, it falls on Sunday, September 11. Whether your child's grandparents live down the street or around the globe, it's nice to show them how much they...

The kids are home from school and it is easy to use them as an excuse as to why you're not exercising. Let's face it - there are so many reasons why we avoid it: not enough time, too...

It’s got to be the most used parenting cliché we hear: The days are long but the years are short. Usually this adage is spoken by other parents, and most people I know – in any stage of parenthood – agree with...

My favorite items from my wedding registry were my cookbooks. Each cookbook represents something I wanted to accomplish in my marriage. Oh, did I have plans for those books! I would be the spouse that cooked almost every night and...

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