Monthly Archives: June 2010
Babysitting in Scottsdale Part 3: Start a babysitting co-op
Moms are so resourceful. Got a run in your hose? Here's some nail polish. Is your hem tattered and you don't have a needle? ...
Candid Motherhood – The Worst Case Scenario: My Car
So, I was watching an episode of “The Worst Case Scenario: With Bear Grylls” where Bear’s SUV breaks down in the desert during a...
your invitation to Scottsdale Moms Blog Moms Night Out
We are thrilled to announce the opening of registration for our very first Scottsdale Moms Blog MOMS' NIGHT OUT!!!!!
Here's your chance to leave the...
Getting out of Arizona – Lake Tahoe
We're back with another Getting out of Arizona post. If you didn't see last week's post on Napa and Sonoma Valley be sure to...
Moms Feeling Isolated in a Culture of Social Networking?
Women today are self-reliant and independent, but we often forget how friendships and family can make life rich and full.
When I was single, living in Wisconsin (for...
Babysitting in Scottsdale Part 2 – Do you refer your babysitter...
Last time we talked about the cost for babysitting these days... but since we already determined that you are paying your sitters ca$h money, let's...
The Belly Diaries – 16 weeks – Pregnancy Calendar Download
For all of you "experienced" moms out there, you may remember how you felt when you were waiting to meet your first. Be it...
MomsGroup at Montelucia Resort
Our first meeting as a moms' group, we ventured to Montelucia Resort. The pool is stunning, surrounded by waterfalls and numerous lounge chairs. About...
Getting Out of Arizona – Napa & Sonoma Valley
In an effort to spice things up (again) on SMB we're launching a brand new series - Getting Out of Arizona! Can we all...
Baby and Me Movie
Remember this post on Harkins Summer Movie Fun? Well, maybe you're like me and you read that post and thought "We'll do that when...
MomSense: Time outs with Toddlers
mom·sen·se (mɒm sens) noun 1. practical motherly intelligence that is sensible or reasonable 2. a mother’s mental discernment, realization, or recognition – She has momsense. OR She used...
Babysitting in Scottsdale Part 1 – How much do you pay...
The greatest thing about Scottsdale Moms Blog is learning from other moms who live right next door. So, the burning question is: How much...
Candid Motherhood: The “No Quota”
I have two daughters. Both are strong willed. For those that know me well, this is not surprising. I’m sure my parents chuckle every...
Steph vs Joy: The First Birthday Party – the approach
{Steph} You might think I'm joking when I tell you that I've been "planning" Nora's first birthday party for the last 6 months -...
MomSense: How to Buy a Minivan – Part 2
Last time, I told you about how Erin just broke down and bought a pre-owned minivan after battling her Suburban for several years. She...
MomSense: How to Buy a Minivan – Part 1
mom·sen·se (mɒm sens) noun 1. practical motherly intelligence that is sensible or reasonable 2. a mother’s mental discernment, realization, or recognition – She has momsense. OR She...
Proud To Be A Wickedly Awesome Step-Mom
Most women (if not ALL women) can name at least a few symptoms that may occur with pregnancy, BUT I guarantee you, only a...
Swim Safely this Summer!
This week's MomSense comes from a Scottsdale Mom and Grandma, Darcy Kimmel with Family Matters, who after hearing of another child drowning here in...
Steph vs. Joy: How to feed a baby
{Joy} I love watching Reagan learn new skills! Eating solid food is no exception. I was surprised to learn that chewing is intuitive and...
Steph vs. Joy: How to feed a baby
{Joy} I love watching Reagan learn new skills! Eating solid food is no exception. I was surprised to learn that chewing is intuitive and...
Arizona Mortgage Mom – June 2010
I want to thank Steph and Joy for allowing me the privilege to return as a guest blogger today!
I hope everyone had a relaxing Memorial...
How to take care of your Arizona Skin
As all of you mom's know, living in the valley can wreck havoc on our skin. The dust, the dry air, the heat, (the...
Photography for Mommies | Documenting your Kids’ Lives
Hello everyone! My name is Kimberly Jarman, the owner of Kimberly Jarman Photography, a boutique studio located in downtown Mesa. We are so excited...
E-mail your baby
Soon after having Nora I got a copy of The Rookie Mom's Handbook: 250 Activities to do with (and without!) your baby. It's been...