When we become moms, our bodies change, our responsibilities change, and even our cars change. The transformation may be a completely new vehicle or simply the addition of a child seat in the back, but from the day our...
When you’re working full-time, it’s easy to put retirement savings on auto-pilot: sign up for the 401(k) plan at work, have your contribution deducted from your paycheck, and (hopefully) watch the account grow. But when you make the decision to...
You have scanned Pinterest for birthday party ideas and have pinned all the pretty things all over your inboards. Now what? Whether you are a majorly crafty DIY-er or you just want a pretty party for the memory books...
I’ve recently been interested in knowing more about different essential oils and how you can use them daily. I knew a little about oils in skincare and hair products, but I had no idea there are certain ones you...
Before kids, I slept in as late as I wanted, on Egyptian Cotton sheets with the highest thread count, waking up to the peaceful sounds of nothingness. I could book a massage, then grab lunch on an outdoor patio....
When we’re in the trenches of parenting our kids, it’s often easy to find ourselves “losing it.” I know you know what I mean when I say that. On many days we feel like we lose our patience, or...
Like many mommies, I enjoy my coffee. Each day begins with a cup, and I usually end up buying another while I'm out and about. There may be a Starbucks on every corner, but there are several local coffee...
Maybe it’s just me. Maybe it’s not.
I have a love-hate relationship with Costco. The world’s choice of cheeses, deliciously prepared salads, easily ordered cakes, a month's supply of toilet paper, healthy options for kids’ lunches, free samples, inexpensive snack...
Cripes wrapping paper is expensive! And the cheap stuff rips and tears. Let's be honest, how a gift is wrapped, matters. When I receive a present where the wrapping is as good as the gift inside, it makes it even more...
Our new SMB photos are in and we had to share them with you! Dream Photography Studio has been taking our group photos and head shots for many years and Stacey always does an amazing job. If you are...
Are you looking for a great morning out with your family? Then you’ve got to check out the Junior League of Phoenix’s fifth annual fundraiser, Touch-a-Truck. It will be held on November 4, 2017 at its new valley location,...
Praise action over natural gifts to optimize performance! By all means, continue to compliment your child’s talents and intellect to help them form a strong foundation, but in addition, over-emphasize praise of their efforts and actions. They’ll be far...
Ahh... fall in Arizona! Goodbye 100 degree temps, hello 90's, maybe 80's during a cold spell. While we don't see leaves changing colors, we do see the signs at Starbucks for the Pumpkin Spice Latte. That's what signifies the return of fall...
My husband and I woke up one morning with no plans for the day. We (correction, I) was giddy with the anticipation of doing something new and adventurous. After throwing out a number of ideas, we decided we'd drive...
Note: We would like to introduce you to another new contributor, Kallie! She is a loving mom to two young boys and we can't wait for you to read more about her life as a mother, friend and trying...
Holiday Gift Guide 2019
Shopping for the holidays can be tough! We are here to help you find all of the gifts for everyone on your nice list!
Also follow us on Instagram because we are hosting a 12 Days of Instagram giveaway...
Prepare your toddler for preschool! Christ Church School has several programs that help your child prepare for success at the earliest educational levels.
Play and Learn Program
Classes meet on Friday mornings for 1.5 hours for students ages 16 months -...
Have you ever found an injured bird or other wildlife and didn’t know what to do with it? Did you know that there’s an amazing organization nearby who will take in injured and/or orphaned wildlife species? Liberty Wildlife, nurturing...
Tonight she asked if we could look through our picture trunk. Literally, it is a trunk full of photos. Someday, something crazy might come over me and I'll organize them, or scrapbook put them in an album. But...
If you're anything like me, you're always looking for new inspiration. I know I'm constantly looking for different and new ideas, fresh ways to encourage others, relatable inspiration, or just things to brighten my day. Life can be hard....
I probably jinxed myself by writing my last post on the Valley's Pediatric Emergency Rooms.
Within two weeks of publishing the article - and a week before she was set to be a flower girl in my brother's wedding...
Moms are busy. Working moms, moms that stay at home, moms with young kids and moms with older kids. We are all busy. There is a lot of talk about how moms need to take care of themselves more...
At SMB we want to bring you information and inspiration from around the Valley and beyond. Here are some clickworthy links from around the web this week. Enjoy!
I have the unique privilege of parenting a child who wants everything...
My sweet husband and I just welcomed our third bundle of joy, giving us three under five -- two in diapers.
What were we thinking?? Also, who in their right mind has a third kid in August in Phoenix?! (...but that's another...
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...
Baby it's cold outside! Time to bust out the Christmas decorations…or is it?
The past couple of years I find more and more of my holiday bins are staying in the garage untouched. The reason is that most of my...
We want to hear from YOU. All of you readers are what make us continue doing Scottsdale Moms Blog! Now it's time you speak up and tell us what you'd like to see more of on Scottsdale Moms Blog.
If you were one of the lucky ladies who went to Mom’s Night Out Arizona last month at the Sanctuary and received a fun swag bag, inside you will find a bunch of things to help you with getting ready to send...
Do you ever wake up and wish you were motivated to do the laundry, run a 5k or finish a deadline? The definition of motivation is a reason one has for acting or behaving in a certain way. Maybe...
There are literally HUNDREDS of items you can add to a baby registry. Just walk into any store and you can see there is no shortage of choices for everything from clothes to toys. If you are expecting (or...
Guide To Scottsdale
Your Survival Guide to Spring Sports
Spring is officially in Sunny Arizona, which means it's time for kids to dust off their cleats, grab their gloves, and hit the fields...
