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You have to come up with all kinds of inventive ways to try to stay cool here in the Valley. Best local find is the splash pads! These glorious spots provided the perfect place to chat with a girlfriend,...

Spring is coming and that means Scottsdale is packed with all.the.events. We just wish we could do them all. Plan your local spring break staycation with our monthly things to do list! Read all about our Spring Break Guide here....

It is a rare treat that my hubby and I get to go out on a date.  But, each time we do make it out of the house past dark, we feel giddy...almost like we are doing something wrong......

With December in full swing we thought it was time to poll YOU, our incredible readers, and see what some of your favorite Valley area Holiday Activities are. The list below is a compilation of all of your Facebook comments...

Many families will travel out of town during summer break. We had a chance to travel to Hawaii earlier this year and I made mental notes on this trip to help prepare for our next vacation. When we spent time on...

Since launching in 2010, Scottsdale Moms Blog has been a wealth of information for local and visiting families. We have had so many contributors share their advice and tips for all things parenting and living life in AZ. After...

Summer break in Scottsdale is upon us and the extremely high temperatures can make for some of the LONGEST days with little ones. Sure, there are amazing local indoor attractions offered in Scottsdale, but outings are not something I'm...

Old Town, the heart of Scottsdale, is full of a variety of unique shops, restaurants and resorts. Whether you’re a local or planning a trip to sunny Scottsdale, there’s something for everyone. This series will walk you through some...

Get ready for some delicious Easter dining options this year! The Hash Kitchen, The Sicilian Butcher, The Sicilian Baker, and the Montauk are ready with amazing themed options for your Easter weekend! Hash Kitchen – The creative a.m. eatery Hash Kitchen...

Free on Thursday's for a date night outing rather than a weekend night?  No problem!  Call a sitter, put on a little perfume and kiss the kiddo's goodnight - all mamma's deserve a night out every once in awhile.  If...

I came across this great website (KidsEatFor.com) that lists a ton of restaurants in Phoenix and surrounding cities that offer free (or cheap) kids meals with each purchase of an adult meal. I have three kids to buy meals for,...

If you are looking for something to do this weekend to get your mind off the heat, we have a couple of options for you! The Venue Scottsdale will be hosting their 3rd retro event on July 13th that runs...

Snooze is an amazing breakfast joint and they just opened their first Scottsdale location this past week in Kierland Commons. It has a casual and friendly atmosphere with food that will definitely leave you full and wanting to come...

mother + child co. fall pop-up sessions are booking now! Hello beautiful Scottsdale mamas! Paige here of The Love Designed Life, and former regular Scottsdale Moms Blog contributor. I am so excited to be popping in here again to share with you...

The Westin Kierland- Lazy river, water slide, pool side drinks and food! Round out the fun with Lazy River floating, rides down the 110-foot water slide, a poolside DJ, games, activities, unlimited s’mores and savory Smokin’ Jack’s BBQ. Enjoy the resort’s Big Chill...

Are you struggling to come up with a unique party theme for your daughter’s 13th birthday? We’ve got you covered with some excellent ideas that will definitely excite your soon-to-be teenager. And these five party themes won’t break the...

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 week's temps,  I'm ready to...

Who doesn’t need more reasons to get together when you have amazing girlfriends you don’t see enough because of  _______________  (fill in blank with: kids, job, husband, volunteer work, or other commitment)? Behold: a Favorite Things Party is the new...

This cooler weather has me singing a new song! The temperature has dropped and given us just enough relief to spend a few hours touring in the car without sticking to our seats. I turned the radio up, rolled...

Sometimes it isn't an option to fly during Spring Break. That doesn't mean you can't have a great time with the local venues in town. From hiking to movies, there are plenty of options to have some fun! Take...

I don’t know about you but when the temperature creeps up, I itch to get the heck outta town. My family has a cabin up north which has always been a great escape! Recently on a “Rhino” ride around...

Using myself as the example of what NOT to do…I humbly share with you on how to Travel Smart ...6 EPIC Fails to Avoid. Hoping this blog post makes your travels a bit more EPIC in MEMORIES and not...

I am so happy to announce that story times are FINALLY back up and going. I don’t think many have been open since pre-pandemic therefore my little guy has yet to be at any sort of story time. My...

Upon moving to Arizona we were quickly introduced to Delux Burger (why no "e"?  I have no idea).  I was much like you and wondered to myself  "what is so deluxe about their beef"?  However, after our first meeting both...

There is nothing I love more than getting out with the hubby for a date night at a new restaurant.  Aww...just saying that makes me want to arrange a sitter for this weekend so can do that! A month...

It's the most wonderful time of the year...and the most expensive time of the year {minus our gross A/C bill during summer}. I love the holiday season so much, but the expense of it is sometimes overwhelming. This year...

  Welcome to our SMB Playdate Series! This series focuses on various locales throughout the city that are enjoyable for a playdate and a writer's opinion on a particular location. Today we profile Gateway Trailhead, an outdoor trail in Scottsdale. Kate and Renee share personal...

It is officially summer in AZ. Take a look back at some archived posts to find great tips for beating the heat and having fun with your kids.

One of our favorite ways to spend time during these hot summer days is at Wet'n'Wild water park, right here in the Phoenix Valley. This family friendly water park has big rides for your thrill seeking older children (and...

We love watching the kids grow in the yearly family photo, a new baby announcement and even a fun boudoir session. Here are our favorite local photographers to help you connect with these talented businesses. Also be sure to read...