Monthly Archives: May 2018
Finding My Zen with Essential Oils
I’ve recently been interested in knowing more about different essential oils and how you can use them daily. I knew a little about oils...
SMB Guide to Family Friendly Events for June 2018
Summer in Scottsdale is here, ready or not! While it seems like everything has shut down, there is still a lot to do and...
DIY picture frames to match any decor!
If you are looking to change up some colors and decor in your house and you want to do it without spending a ton,...
Summer Play Date Re-Cap with Music Together in Phoenix
Our main goal here at Scottsdale Moms Blog has always been to connect moms with each other in the community, one of the ways...
Ask an Expert Series {Local Doula}
In our newest post in our Ask an Expert Series, we are excited to introduce you to Anna Rodney......
Anna Rodney is the owner of...
Tips for Preventing a Home Burglary
Recently there has been a string of burglaries in North Scottsdale. As a wife with a husband who travels all the time for work,...
The Dog Park of Today is the Playground of My Past
One of the many reasons I wish we had smartphones when my kids were little is that I would have liked to log the...
Did Someone Say Cake? Why a Child with Special Needs Wants...
Who doesn't love a birthday party? Most kids do, including our son, Dominic, who recently celebrated his own 7th birthday with his twin brother....
Road Trip Boredom Killer: DIY Travel LEGO Box
With the summer months upon us, there is a likelihood that there's at least one car trip out of the abysmal heat to California...
5 End of the School Year Gift Ideas
The end of the academic year is here and you might be looking for some unique or highly sought after gifts for teachers, staff,...
Vacation Bible School: 2018 Edition
Vacation Bible School (VBS) is a summer staple for many families, and churches in the Scottsdale/Phoenix area are already geared up for this summer!...
Growing a Backyard Garden in the Desert: Part three
The desert garden is growing! It's actually growing! Three weeks ago these plants went in the ground, and now they are huge. Guess why?
Maintenance....
Arizona Dance Artistry
Last week, I took Mary Alice (3) to her very first ballet class. You know what this means! I went shopping the night before...
Screening Day for upcoming studies {sign up to be considered}
Stephens is hosting a Screening Day on May 12th from 10:00am-2:00pm. They will screen you to see what studies you qualify for and you...
SMB Guide to Surviving Summer {2018}
Summer in Scottsdale! We are so excited you found the SMB Guide to Surviving Summer in Scottsdale. This is our 6th year of bringing...
Fighting Wrinkles with Dermatologist’s Choice
I’m a sucker for a new product, especially when it claims to turn back the years on my face, so I was excited to...
What to do around town this Mother’s Day
It's Mother's Day week! (Can we get a whole week instead of just a day?) As always, there is so much to do around...
Dear Daughter: What It Means To Be Strong
Baby Girl,
As our first Mother’s Day together approaches, there is one nagging idea that I need you to grasp as you grow up. Hopefully...
Thank You Mom!
This is probably the most important thank you note I could ever write... yet I can’t quite find the right words. I’m talking about...
Showing Teacher Appreciation All Year
May is when we celebrate our teachers. It's a special time to thank them for everything they have done for our children all year....
PAID MARKET RESEARCH {sign up to apply}
PAID MARKET RESEARCH with Fieldwork Phoenix!
Fieldwork is a local market research company located right here in Phoenix.
They are currently looking for:
Same gender sibling...