Today I’m hosting my first Playdate for a Cure at AZ Air Time in Scottsdale. Proceeds from the event benefit the Phoenix Women’s Board of the Steele Children’s Research Center known as PANDA – People Acting Now Discover Answers. This wonderful organization raises money to support the discovery processes that lead to cures for devastating … Continue reading »
A Travel Must Have: Travalo Refillable Perfume Spray
I am an easy target for impromptu purchases and finds near the check-out counter. During my most recent visit to Nordstrom Rack, I was eyeing the nail polish and lip gloss varieties on my way to the register and suddenly, a small, yet practical product caught my eye. It was the Travalo Refillable Perfume Spray. … Continue reading »
Beauty And The Beast Jr. at The Homestead Playhouse
In my quest to expose my children to arts and culture, we caught a showing of Beauty And The Beast Jr. at The Homestead Playhouse at DC Ranch in North Scottsdale. The show was presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI) and the DC Ranch Community Council. My kids thoroughly enjoyed the … Continue reading »
Date Night for Burgers and Beer
There’s a relatively new hot spot in North Scottsdale and it’s a hidden gem for a laid back date night. Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers is nestled in the Grayhawk Shopping Center and draws a crowd on a nightly basis. From families and sports fans to couples and mom’s groups, you’ll see a wide range of … Continue reading »
Happy Snacking with Annie Chun’s Seaweed Snacks
Do your kids love to snack? Are you looking to add choices to their snacking options? If you answered yes to these questions, I have good news! The snack aisle has evolved into a place where you’ll want to spend time exploring options, reading labels and selecting products that offer an alternative to plain potato … Continue reading »
Summer…Fun?
I have fond childhood memories of my summer breaks. Riding my bike to the local pool, getting candy from the candy store, staying up late playing flashlight tag and spending lazy days spent soaking up the sun. Summer break was the best time of the year for me, but now I am wondering – how … Continue reading »
What’s Lurking in your Child’s Lunch Box
Does this sound familiar? Your child races home from school, runs to the fridge and grabs what appears to be a frosted cookie from Paradise Bakery. As he or she asks to eat it, your jaw drops because you realize it was a breaded chicken patty from weeks earlier. How do these things end up … Continue reading »
Traveling Down the “Rocky” Road
There are certain things that go hand-in-hand with having kids – fatigue, germs, vomit, poop, and pets. Since having our first child, Angelina, in 2003, we have been the owners of two cats, six fish, and two gerbils (FOUR, if you count the “replacement” gerbils). As such, we have also paid a vet $300.00 to … Continue reading »
Hands-Off Car Seat Safety Solution
I really could have used this product two years ago when my feisty toddler would unfasten her seat belt and climb around the car while I was driving. The incident I’ll never forget occurred when we were only one block away from our house. I had all my kids in the car and they were … Continue reading »
Introducing The MomIndex® Blog
Have you heard the news? Since 2010, MomIndex® has been keeping you informed about everything related to living and raising kids in the Phoenix metropolitan area. We are excited about our growth and relaunched our blog to offer you the opportunity to get to know our contributors on a more personal level. Our contributors will … Continue reading »
