Monthly Archives: December 2015
Best Preschool Books – Our family favorites
One of the hardest things about gift shopping is buying a present for a little one, when you don't have a child around that...
A Parenting Fail Story
Hi moms! I’m Ann, the newest Scottsdale Mom’s Blog contributor. If your Christmas season is anything like most, you could use a little humor...
Barre3 Opening {FREE Classes!}
It is no secret that we L.O.V.E. Barre3 at Scottsdale Moms Blog. It is a barre class that combines the best of yoga, Pilates,...
Strider Balance Bike Review
I love toys that teach and promote real-life skills and keep my daughter actively engaged, especially in a world that is increasingly saturated with...
Babymoon In Vegas!
Gone are the days of big lights, late nights, and sexy pool parties...at least for now!
My husband and are are expecting our second...
Before Pinterest: 6 Things We Did “Back Then”
Like millions of people, I love Pinterest. I can get lost for hours reading pin after pin from everything to how to add volume...
Christmas 101: Back to the Basics
If my doctor cuffed my arm before Turkey Day and then today, on the first day of December, I am confident she would think...
Sunday Meal Planning Series {Christmas Breakfast}
I love making an indulgent, yummy breakfast for Christmas morning.
Christmas music is playing, the kids open all of their presents by 6am and are...
Age Appropriate Chores for All Kids
"That's too hard, Mom. I can't do it." Is this a familiar response when you ask your kids to fold laundry or set the...
Cupcakes & Crafting
We recently had a holiday party to thank and celebrate our Scottsdale Moms Blog writers. They are the voices behind our blog and every month...
20 Awesome Gift Ideas Under $20
If you are like me, you have a laundry list of people to buy for, but are trying to avoid breaking the bank. Buying an awesome...
Living in the Present this Holiday Season
Living in the present can be an elusive goal. Every year, around this time, I begin reflecting on the year that was, and thinking of what...
Hugs for Huggies: “The Huggies Campaign” {Sponsored Post}
Huggies generously offered one SMB Contributor some coveted Little Snugglers as a swap for an honest review. So easy!!! Let us tell you why they're the best!
Tax Credit Donations Support Local Kids & Families
It’s hard to believe that 2015 is about to come to a close. Before we watch the ball drop on New Year’s Eve, consider...
If A Mom Had A Resume
Back when I was fresh out of college, I worked as a recruiter and looked a resumes all day long. I saw some fairly...
Simplifying Christmas with The Gift of Four
If you’re looking for a way to simplify Christmas gifts, the “Gift of Four” method of giving may be for you and your family!...
Take a Break this Holiday Season
My marriage finally hit rock bottom the Monday morning after Thanksgiving 2012. My husband chose that day to tell me that he no longer...
The Do’s and Don’ts of Holiday Hosting
I think it’s safe to say that the thought of hosting a few dozen people could send most people into a full-on anxiety attack....
“Holiday Spirit”: Your Holiday Lights BFF
Local, friendly, honest and affordable: "Holiday Spirit" is an easy recommendation for your holiday light install and take-down! Who doesn't love supporting a great, local company in the name of holiday fun?!
Kids Imaginative Dinosaur Figures {REVIEW}
There is nothing more popular at our house than dinosaur figures.
My kids were so excited to receive this set of dinosaur figures from...
Join us for a ZOO WALK!
For our December play date we are going to meet at the Phoenix Zoo and do a fun Zoo Walk!
Date: Thursday, December 10
Time: Meet...
SMB Holiday Gift Guide {Dads….what to get, where to go}
Buying holiday presents for our husbands and fathers can be one of the trickiest gifts to buy.
We found that electronics is the most coveted gift...
SMB Holiday Gift Guide {Hostess Gifts}
All this week we have been featuring the best gifts! Holiday shopping can be stressful and we want to share our favorite gifts for...
SMB Holiday Gift Guide {Perfect for Mom}
Featured Gift: The DryBar
What mom doesn't love being pampered? Gift Mom a beautiful look from one of The DryBar's amazing stylists, whether she likes...