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It’s hard to believe that 2015 is about to come to a close. Before we watch the ball drop on New Year’s Eve, consider making a cash donation to some local organizations. You’ll not only help a worthy cause,...

If you’re looking for a way to simplify Christmas gifts, the “Gift of Four” method of giving may be for you and your family! Each child receives 1 want, 1 need, 1 wear, 1 read…something they want, something they...

I think it’s safe to say that the thought of hosting a few dozen people could send most people into a full-on anxiety attack. For me though, I grew up with my mom and nana hosting almost every party...

Local, friendly, honest and affordable: "Holiday Spirit" is an easy recommendation for your holiday light install and take-down! Who doesn't love supporting a great, local company in the name of holiday fun?!

There is nothing more popular at our house than dinosaur figures. My kids were so excited to receive this set of dinosaur figures from Kids Imaginative to review! The set came with twelve figurines that were just the right...

All this week we have been featuring the best gifts! Holiday shopping can be stressful and we want to share our favorite gifts for giving, to make it a little easier for you to find those great presents for everyone...

  Featured Gift:  The DryBar What mom doesn't love being pampered? Gift Mom a beautiful look from one of The DryBar's amazing stylists, whether she likes her hair smooth and sleek  or with some extra "umph," they can do it all!...

Featured Gift: Micro Kickboard I love gifts that keep the kids active and playing outside. Micro Kickboard has every age covered from the mini-2-go for as young as 18 months to products for teens and adults. In our house, we LOVE...

The struggle is real...especially when it comes to getting motivated to workout. Yes, once you're in motion half the work is done, but I'm here to help you to get over the hump of trying, or at least get...

I have to admit, I really love Thanksgiving and the whole to-do of cooking a big meal for family and friends. I enjoy spending the day carefully preparing all of the sides and dishes that will fill our table...

Do you remember the post Why Being a Mom is Enough? I read it. You should if you haven't. It's great but it's not entirely true. It's just being mom isn't enough. Tough love, right? This one might not sit well...

Hi everyone, my name is Jenny and I am the newest contributor at Scottsdale Mom's Blog. I'm a self-proclaimed shopaholic and there are very few things that get me excited as a big sale. It is the perfect time of year for me to...

If you are planning Thanksgiving for the first time (or the tenth!), it can be a little overwhelming to find recipes. A quick search on Thanksgiving recipes brings up over 36,200,000 results. Well, I'm sharing with you my tested...

Years ago I worked at an insurance agency with a gal named Robin. Robin was hilarious, flamboyant, and fun. One day, about a month before Thanksgiving, Robin came in on a Monday morning wearing a turkey pin she'd picked...

The holiday season has officially started and if you are intimidated (like me) by the thought of cleaning, brining and the all day commitment of cooking a turkey this Thanksgiving, I suggest you re-think the traditional execution and cook...

Have you heard of Shipt? They are BRAND NEW to Arizona and we are so excited that they are here! Shipt is a subscription grocery delivery service that delivers Fry's Foods groceries within a couple of hours right to your door. They...

'Tis the season for holiday cards! That means it's time for professional family photos, a great tradition since you know you're guaranteed to have one "normal" picture of your family every year. Let's face it though, it's also an excuse...

Part of my holiday countdown involves stepping up my beauty routine and finding the perfect outfits for holiday parties and the annual family photo session. What is now a holiday card staple, the family photo session can be a time and...

I am so thrilled to share with all you wonderful Scottsdale Moms a new passion project of mine and a special opportunity to capture some magic with you and your little ones, just in time for the holiday season! If...

It still may be summer weather here, but Fall IS coming. I promise! I am a Fall-loving, craft-obsessed mama, and could not wait to get started on some projects. I have an 18-month old this year and she is really...

    A couple of weeks ago, I had the rare opportunity to escape the house solo to try out the latest salon and spa to hit Scottsdale, Shona. Shona Salon & Spa is in a shopping center just off Northsight Boulevard and...

Cooler temps, I just laaaaaaaahve you!! The sappy, googly-eyed, all-in, head over heels, Taylor Swift meets Nicholas Sparks kind of LOVE. And after October 14th handed me 102 degrees - at 34 weeks pregnant - those feelings only deepened. It's weird, too.  3 years ago, I...

Sponsored post: A WonderVeg Vegetable Spiralizer was provided at a discounted rate to the contributor in exchange for her review. But all opinions are her own.  Try the new trend of spiralizing veggies for a healthy alternative to pasta. I have been...

Note: Please help us welcome Andrea to our contributor team! She is a yoga and barre instructor and mommy to one cute little guy. We are excited for you to read about her journey through motherhood and tips for...

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...

Given the time, I love cooking. Simplicity and planning are definitely key these days, especially with three little eaters that all have different tastes. My kids love getting their hands dirty, stirring and mixing batter for chocolate chip cookies, or...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and it is an important subject, especially for women. With one in every eight women developing breast cancer, it is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in our country. Breast cancer typically...

As a personal chef, I spend a lot of time preparing and serving healthy and delicious gourmet food to my clients. Since time is money, I have become extremely adept at preparing food in the most efficient manner possible...

What?!? That is right, ladies. This one is for you (and the kids, too, I suppose). Meet my new best friend... Yonanas! It stalked me all hot, summer long during my "favorite" errand of super-sized grocery shopping with kids in...

  You survived the summer, hooray! The kids are back in school and hopefully that means at least a few more moments to yourself. Take one of those precious moments to do something for yourself; you deserve it. Here are...