Home Management

It was 100 degrees out again yesterday. Every Phoenician knows we still have plenty of warm weather ahead of us, but retailers are steadily rolling out the sweaters and boots. Since I grew up in the Midwest, I've always been in...

Dads do a lot for us; they take out gross garbage, kill spiders, fix stuff and everything in between. So often in the baby world we tend to focus our attention on the expecting or new mother. In the...

I am calling out to all of the fabulous moms who read Scottsdale Moms Blog for some serious morning help! We are only about a month into school and I already feel stumped on what to make the kids...

Valley Fever, also known as Coccidioidomycosis, is an infection caused by the fungus Coccidioides, which lives in the soil in the southwestern US, parts of Mexico, and Central and South America. People, and house pets, can get Valley Fever by breathing...

This month we have been talking about The Great Outdoors, and another awesome thing about getting outside is the health benefits!  I know that when I get outside with my kids, I just feel better, don't you? Well there is...

I've never been afraid to get my hands dirty. In fact, I LOVE figuring out ways to do-it-yourself and save money or just conquer a task or project. Sometimes it works, and I win! And other times...I learn a...

Here are some ideas to making school day breakfast quicker - with little arguing! 1) Set up a calendar with a breakfast plan. Having a schedule makes it easier to plan ahead, and not repeat the same meal morning after...

After trying Caraway pans for 3 months, are they actually worth the hype? This summer I will celebrate 25 years of marriage! I did a little math. If I cooked an average of 4 dinners a week, that is 5,200...

What to wear in photos? This is always the million dollar question for photos - especially with precious little ones.  Have you ever oogled over photos of someone's cute children? Of course! We all have! It is, of course, because kids...

This month, I threw three social gatherings in three days.  A wine tasting, a baby shower and a birthday party.  It was more than chaotic.  Between shopping, cleaning, invites and unexpected hiccups, I was spent at the end of...

It may still be 100 degrees outside, but by every Halloween I am ready for cooler temps. I know it is getting cooler outside, but it doesn't really feel Fall-like when the kids can't wear elaborate, fuzzy, well-layered Halloween costumes without...

I grew up having pretty traditional family Thanksgiving. Visitors from out-of-town, a huge turkey and all the trimmings, what seemed like as many pies as people. My mom prepared for days, no, WEEKS, for this one giant meal. The...

When you think of home, there are likely a lot of things that come to mind. Not only is your home a place to unwind, but it’s also a great place to spend quality time with your family and...

School districts, principals and teachers have begun to reach out their district families about distance learning. Teachers are rushing to learn how to use new online platforms, to best engage students from many miles away, and to create online...

Oh my, is it Summer! It is an annual tradition about this time of year that I start to question why in the world one chooses to live in such sweltering heat? I can get through most of this blazing season...

Our family is in the process of moving and it’s been….well… a process! Since I’m right smack in the middle of this adventure, I thought I’d take a little break and share some of my experiences.  Just in case...

I have a new obsession in the food department right now: Brussels Sprouts. They are kind of a trendy vegetable in that they are popping up all over restaurant menus and cooking shows and so I thought I would...

Whether you're celebrating an occasion or just enjoying some time at the pool, sangria is a perfect summer addition. Here's a sweet recipe to keep you cheers-ing all summer long. Ingredients: 1.5 L red wine (cabernet sauvignon, merlot, zinfandel, etc.) Try...

My daughter has built an empire of collected art projects from school. They are wonderful in the sense that she's proud of them and they also tell me a story of how she's progressed throughout her preschool year. (eg:...

Normally, I'm not one to stir up controversy.  By nature, I'm an easy going peacemaker.  But when my passion peaks, I'm known to stand up for what I believe in.  Today my friends, my passion has peaked. Until now, this...

Living in a dry climate with low humidity usually leads to dry skin, wrinkles and a very dull complexion. Once temperatures in Arizona hit 90-degrees, it seems as though dehydration is inevitably knocking at our doors. Fortunately, there are many...

I love my husband.  I love our life together. And I do not see why I have to buy into the Hallmark holiday of Valentine's Day in order to celebrate those things. Especially when we have to pay double for...

If you're looking for a way to add some color to your summer, a tie dye party is the way to go! This spring we hosted a virtual tie dye birthday party. (again, a huge thanks to my daughter's friends'...

In this series we'll tell you about the top 3 new things we're loving in AZ. New places and activities are popping up around town all the time. Follow along for new restaurants, recipes, experiences and other things you're...

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...

I attended a friend's wedding with the man who later became my husband. During the father-daughter dance, he  leaned over and announced “that has to be one of the single best moments of having a daughter.” I was sold...

I love food blogs, food pictures and basically anything that gets me motivated to cook and eat! For inspiration and information about a healthy lifestyle, I often turn to Instagram. Perhaps it's just the beautiful photos, or maybe it's the...

We made it. Our family survived our first, full Phoenix summer. And, all I can say is -- WOW.  That desert heat is no joke! "It was so mild," you tell me......  "We got off easy," they say. All I...

We know kids can be very picky when choosing what they want and don’t want to eat. That’s why I’ve compiled a few ideas that are perfect for Valentine’s Day snacks, and beyond. These treats will be sure to...

Hello everyone, Lisa from Design Actually here. I am so excited & honored to be guest blogging here on Scottsdale Moms Blog! Today I'm going to share with you some nursery design inspiration and a few tips on how...