Local Businesses

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...

Remember back in the Fall, when we were all sweating from the heat and were completely over the 3-digit temperatures? Remember when we were dying to wear riding boots and scarfs and various shades of brown and orange? Remember when Sarah Powers wrote...

I believe that the magic of childhood is wrapped up in the simple.  One way we've created some lasting memories in our house is by making everyday moments special.  Some days are special just because they are Tuesday.  {Or...

Do you know what I hate? Like, truly dislike with everything that is within me? DINNER TIME. I know that might seem stupid, or really miniature on the grand scheme of things. But it's true. I really hate dinner time. If I could hire...

I know it's true! When you were a little girl you LOVED Annie! We all did! We adored the optimistic red-head in a red dress, her hero Daddy Warbucks, and her impressive entourage of dancing orphans singing with her in...

Ultrasounds are always exciting. It's a chance to see your baby, to find out the gender, and of course, to make sure that everything is looking good in there. So while they are certainly fun, there is also that...

We are now at the very beginning of putting our children into organized sports and other activities. As true home-bodies, my husband and I are struggling to find ways to invest our time outside the home in meaningful activities...

Scottsdale Moms Blog presents a new series: "Pinterest Tried & True!" Join us this week as our contributors share which great ideas from Pinterest really worked for them. We'll be talking about food, fashion, home decor, crafts, and boredom...

Hey y'all! Most of you know that my husband Kevin and I own Cactus CrossFit in Old Town. I'm really excited to share this special with you, and hope to see some of you at the gym! xo, Joy We...

It's summer and it's hot which makes it a perfect time to go indoors and read! Here are some great summer reading programs to keep your kiddos busy and reading! Public Libraries The Scottsdale Public Library has a great summer program...

For the last month, I have been obsessed with following all the crazy drama over at Amy’s Baking Company in Scottsdale. I ate there a few years ago, and it really was not a bad experience. But after watching...

This post is sponsored by  North Italian Farmhouse in Arcadia, a Fox Concept Restaurant. So I just turned 30 and it was kind of a big deal…in my head.  I don’t know how you spend your birthday but I tend...

Whole Foods Scottsdale treated members of the SMB team to lunch this week and is generously sponsoring this post. Read on for information about how you can get pampered at Whole Foods this week! In the busy-ness of our days,...

OH MY GOODNESS!!! It is already in the 90's. I know it has actually been a late start to the weather heating up. It is never easy, though, when it starts. It is right about now that I decide...

I had the opportunity last week to attend the HERSHEY'S Family Play Day in Peoria.  While this was my first time ever hearing of this event, HERSHEY'S was celebrating their 36th year of engaging kids in healthy activities.  As...

I recently spent 5 days in the hospital with our son who was fighting RSV. I learned a few things about the hospital that I know will be useful to new moms delivering their babies there or families needing...

We live in one of the most amazing towns. There really isn't a day driving down the 101 to my home when I don't gaze at Camelback as the sun sets and sigh a happy sigh. It is breathtaking....

While it may technically be spring in Scottsdale, somehow it already feels like summer. Since the weather has heated up, we’ve already made several trips to our favorite splash pads. My kids can’t get enough of them. In my humble opinion,...

I can tell summer is right around the corner because my kids (and I) totally have spring fever. No one wants to go to school anymore. I have run out of creative lunches to pack them. And we all...

Remember Riverdance? The energetic music, the long rows of dancers moving with such precision, the graceful soloists? Admit it, you (like me) danced around trying to figure out the moves in your family room after seeing the show on...

How do farm fresh eggs sound? Or melt-in-your-mouth homemade caramel? I know you want local delicious fresh fruit and vegetables. Oh, and I bet you can't wait for tomato season to be here, like me? Is your mouth-watering yet? I am...

I must admit, there are few things cuter in life than an adorable baby in an adorable outfit. I also must admit that I am super cheap and usually don't want to spend the normal amount of money it...

Remember earlier this summer when it felt like almost everyone here at SMB was expecting? Remember how we decided to celebrate with a Pregnancy Week Series? Remember all those fun pregnancy posts? Remember all the beautiful maternity photos taken...

Let me start off by saying, we have an amazing community right here in the Scottsdale/Phoenix area. I am so impressed with some of the local charities and organizations in our own backyards. Now that I am a mom...

Hello Scottsdale Moms! I can't believe I am one now too! I grew up here in Scottsdale but craved the city life so I am just moving back here with my husband and two little boys after living in...

I am, what I like to call, a "stuffer." I stuff things I'm not sure where they go into drawers with the thought that "someday" I'll organize the drawer and find a spot for said random object. That's why I...

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...

Remember how FIVE of us were pregnant? Last month, two Scottsdale Moms Blog contributors gave birth to perfect wee babes, and we are so excited to officially introduce you to them! Beth Wand welcomed baby boy Augustus (Auggie) Wand on...

There are some amazing local moms in our community that make the most amazing handmade items. As we approach this holiday season, what better time to spotlight our local crafters and their upcoming markets than now! {Just so ya know...this...

This is a guest post by Phoenix mom and breast cancer survivor Barbra Watson-Riley. Read more about Barbra's breast cancer story here. Last year I was diagnosed with breast cancer. It was shocking of course. But as we know, breast...