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This week, my three boys, husband and I headed off to HGTV's Santa HQ at Scottsdale Fashion Square.   Nothing brings greater giddiness to my sons than getting to see Santa every year.  What will they ask for? What will...

Holiday Gift Guide 2019 Shopping for the holidays can be tough! We are here to help you find all of the gifts for everyone on your nice list! Also follow us on Instagram because we are hosting a 12 Days of Instagram giveaway...

I am a firm believer in keeping things simple and classic for the holidays.  This weekend, I had the opportunity to visit photographer Desirae and her rustic Christmas truck photo set up.  In previous years, my family has worked with...

Do you know of a family in need or crisis as we enter the holiday season? Nominate them today and help make the holidays a little brighter by partnering with Trusting Connections in their seventh annual Help-A-Home holiday charity...

A common question many parents have is when should their child first visit the dentist. Although everyone develops at different rates, most children typically start getting teeth between the ages of 6-8 months. Some may find it surprising that cavities...

I love family dinnertime. It is so important to the rhythm of our family.  It is my time to sit back and really watch the dynamics of our family. It is my moment when I want to jump up and...

By Dr. Cayce Wallace Pediatric Dentist Arcadia Pediatric Dental We all love sweets, and kids often love sweet drinks such as soda, sports drinks, and fruit juice. Unfortunately, sugary beverages can cause a host of dental problems, including gum disease and...

Being a mom is the best and my children are the joy and delight of my heart.  But I have to be honest and tell you that I am so tired.  I live off of reheated coffee and the...

Hi friends! How do you feel about bath time? I'm going to come clean...I don't enjoy it. Most of the time I feel like I'm rushing to get it over with. I just want to get down to business...

Our children have settled into their new school year (yay for making it through the long, hot summer), but now we have to worry about all sorts of germs and the possibility of our kids being exposed to head...

Happy New School Year! By now, most of us have survived that first week of school and are realizing all the things we've forgotten! And there are those of us that need to put together a care package for...

The National Football Foundation (NFF) launched Football Matters, to celebrate the positive impact the game has made on millions of players, coaches, administrators, volunteers, and fans nationwide. Debuting in February 2018 at www.footballmatters.com and on social media, Football Matters spotlights and explains the...

    The kids have been back in school for a few weeks in Arizona. If you have an elementary student, they probably have a daily reading assignment. If you're looking for a way to make reading fun after an...

In July, the executive team for Scottsdale Moms Blog and North Phoenix Moms Blog headed north for a perfect staycation in Cottonwood. We put aside a weekend to talk about how to best serve you! What post ideas do...

In our family we have three weeks of back to school. Three. First, my third grader goes back. Then, my 11th grader. Then, my college student. (Did I just type that?) If I am only 32 years old (in...

  Shark Appreciation Day was July 14. To celebrate and raise awareness about these special creatures, OdySea Aquarium has re-named the entire month "Jaw-some July!" The take-away from this month-long event is for people to better understand sharks with less fear and...

Disclaimer: I was invited to a complimentary media screening of Wish Man. From the studio: Wish Man is a biographical drama based on the life of Frank Shankwitz – creator of the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The film begins when Frank Shankwitz,...

Disclaimer: I was invited to a complimentary media screening of DARK PHOENIX. From the Studio: This is the story of one of the X-Men's most beloved characters, Jean Grey, as she evolves into the iconic DARK PHOENIX. During a life-threatening rescue...

Do you have a new baby on the way? A seasoned mom, but need some additional help? Have you thought about hiring a nanny but aren’t quite sure where to start? Hesitant to pay a hefty agency placement fee...

A few months ago, I went out for brunch with a friend who really gets me. She's the kind of friend who can tell when you're having a bad day before you even start to complain. During that brunch,...

Are you looking for an active summer camp for your child?! We’ve got the place for you! Arizona Sunrays Gymnastics and Dance offers the highest quality summer camp available with SUPERCAMP! Whether you want to learn gymnastics or dance,...

My daughter and I got to see Toy Story 4 this week! When it opens in theaters on June 21st, do yourself a favor and go see it!  This is a brand new adventure with all our beloved toys, plus...

Hey soccer moms, we see you running from one activity to another trying to keep track of all the uniforms and gear, the crazy never-ending schedule all while trying to support your super star player! It is a ton...

We want to introduce you to one of our amazing vendors from Bloom! Meet Kristy Bryant from Snap YOURSELFie. Kristy owns and operates this awesome photo booth which is perfect for any party or event you are planning. In her...

With warm weather already here, shopping for laundry detergent or paper towels is the furthest thing from my mind. That's why I love Grove Collaborative — a customizable auto-shipment service that delivers all-natural home, beauty, and personal care products...

EDUCATION WITH REWARDS Who doesn't like to be rewarded for completing a class or a course? I remember when I was expecting my first little one, who just turned nineteen. I read every pregnancy book, took courses at the hospital,...

Thank You Thursday {April Edition} Thank You Thursday is a sometimes monthly Scottsdale Moms Blog series. The team at SMB is so LUCKY to receive products, try new local venues, and hear about new things to do all the time....

Have you heard about our big Spring event called Bloom? Bloom is an event for all moms! The event is hosted at the Children's Museum, but the fantastic thing is that Bloom takes place after the Children's Museum is...

We've put together our list of tried and true new favorite toys for this year's Easter Basket!  Bananas - The latest collectible craze to hit the market, just got bigger & better. Bananas Series 2 has all new rainbow...

A few weeks ago, a few of our contributors had the pleasure of meeting Stephanie Lucas, MS, RD, the owner of GiveGarden, at Mom Made Market. They walked away absolutely impressed with the company's mission and service. They both...