Like many Valley moms, I panicked as summer approached. How would I keep my kids occupied? I needed free, indoor activities we could attend when we (mainly, me) started to go stir crazy from being stuck in the house due to...
With the average July temperature in Scottsdale at a 100 degrees Fahrenheit it's easy to understand why most residents head RUN to cooler locales at some point. But, if you're looking to get away for the weekend without the inconvenience of...
When I realized my son's first birthday was only a couple weeks away, panic set in. How did this happen? Where did the year go? How can I get a party planned...FAST?
The most important factors: Date, Time, Location
Choose what works...
When I take my daughter out around town, I often get asked where I find her cute clothes. It all started with the pregnancy and birth of my baby girl in 2013, which coincided with my growing affection for Instagram....
Scottsdale Mom's Blog is a big fan of online communities. It is understandable that the internet is often where you look first for information—but it can be tough to whittle down what is actually useful. Here are three local...
There are so many new businesses, restaurants and shops popping up all over Scottsdale. And summer is the prime time to explore these locations!
Here is a list highlighting some great local businesses YOU should check out!
Modern Milk ~ What an amazing...
Ok, summer's here, kids are home, we are all stuck in the house. We all NEED fun things to do to survive this heat!
No need to worry because the SMB Guide to Surviving Summer is here, just for you! We included...
Sara led the SMB team over the last year as the editor-in-chief. She is relocating to Colorado and we wish her much success in all her endeavors. Good luck, Sara!
Here is a list of what made her life easier living...
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...
Spring break is over, so you know what that means! Summer is right around the corner and we should start planning our camp schedules before the kids are out from school with NOTHING to do.
My camp philosophy? During the school year,...
Like many people these days, I find myself spending more time on Instagram rather than Facebook. I like that you actually have to put some thought into a photo, and possibly even a caption when posting on Instagram. I...
Welcome to Octopus Hideout, the newest exhibit at Sea Life Arizona! It just opened this week and the new tanks are sure to thrill your kiddos.
Do you know what a Cuttlefish is? How about a Chambered Nautilus or Peacock Mantis Shrimp?...
From the Editor: SMB is excited to introduce our PLAYDATE SERIES, where you will get first-hand stories on how playdates go at different locations through town! Read along with our brilliant writers Kate & Renée who tackled the Butterfly...
Open the windows, open the doors; it’s time for spring cleaning! Throw out your kid's bruised, abused, and broken toys and replace them with some of my favorite tried and true, and excitingly new, “green” toys. The best part is...
If you are a local or you are planning a spring break visit to AZ, there are a ton of great things to do in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and surrounding areas. Here is our list of THE BEST activities for you...
This is an updated version of a post I wrote a couple of years ago for Scottsdale Moms Blog. Some information previously written has changed, but the demand from Scottsdale Moms Blog readers looking for birthday party locations has...
Imagine setting a goal for the year. Think you'll do better pushing through by yourself, or working with someone to guide you, encourage you, and hold you accountable?
Yep, that's right. As my brother says, Teamwork makes the Dream Work....
What is with this WEATHER?! Okay, the freeze may be thawing - and while this article was originally in May 2014 to help us during those long, hot summers indoors, it's just as applicable for these chilly days we're suddenly seeing!
We're...
Are you new to the Scottsdale/Phoenix area or visiting from out of state? Welcome! Maybe your wee babe has grown into a busy toddler who is ready to explore our local parks and playgrounds, or your regular park routine needs...
SMB's Kids Eat Free Guide
If you are visiting from out of town or are a local and looking for new restaurant choices, this list is for YOU. Be sure to bookmark it now for those days you don't want...
It’s Christmas Eve and this fantastic post from last Christmas Eve was just too great NOT to share again. Get your i-phones ready! It's time to start tracking Santa!
When you have little ones, this can quite literally be the...
Genius idea, worth re-visiting!
If I just had more hours in the day, I would craft and play in the local hobby store all the time! But I don't, so I have to choose my favorite crafts and incorporate...
Living in beautiful Arizona, we seem to get a boom of visitors this time of year who are escaping the snow and seeking the sun. Or, perhaps you are in town visiting Arizona in January for the Super Bowl, Barrett-Jackson, or...
Looking for some new ideas for holiday gifts this season?
Here are 6 of our best holiday gifts--food edition!
Some of these items are from local companies (score!) and they are all fabulous. I would be THRILLED to receive any of these as...
With the weather as gorgeous as it is, it's time to get you and the kids outdoors. Here is a post from our archives about the best playgrounds in Scottsdale and North Phoenix - click HERE for an...
With the weather improving, it's finally time to get outside and play! Here are some of my kids' favorite backyard activities when they were toddlers and preschoolers.
Create Animal Habitats: My kids love doing this, even to this day! Each child...
For this month's "Contributor Corner" question, we are asking our contributors: where is your favorite place to enjoy this cooler fall weather outdoors?
Schnepf Farms! While it's a drive, it's so worth it! -Monika
Queen Creek Olivemill. The olives are harvested...
In our corner of the country, sweaters and jeans, crisp air, and the crunch of fallen leaves do not abound. But, there are still ways to Ring In Fall with your kids to get in that cozy, homey mood....
Christ Church School is a private preschool and elementary school (16 months through 4th Grade) located in Paradise Valley that focuses on a personalized style of instruction.
What is personalized instruction?
Personalized instruction is paced and tailored appropriately to the learning...
Several of us from the Scottsdale Moms Blog Team and friends of SMB were lucky enough to try Vidogi Salon last week to get fun makeovers.
We sipped champagne and had a few snacks. We got our hair styled, make-up done...
Guide To Scottsdale
Watch the wildflowers bloom in Arizona
When I moved to Arizona in 2009, I had no idea that I was in for some of the most beautiful wildflower hunting I'd...
