Three Last Minute Healthy Snack Ideas To Take the Party

Manic:  You have been invited to a party, but don’t know what to bring to contribute and you are almost out of time to grab something nice and something good. Managed:  No worries, I’ve got a few simple last-minute ideas that are easy, tasty and simple to transport to the celebration. 1.  Trader Joe’s Guacamole […]

Freebie Friday Winner & Next Week’s Prize!

Who is our Freebie Friday winner today? What did she win?  What is next week’s cool prize?  Keep on reading!!  And remember if you are a subscriber, then you are automatically entered in our weekly drawing for great prizes that include beauty items, cookware, jewelry and more!  Lots of cool stuff!  Now, let’s announce this […]

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for All

Manic:  Is it already time for another holiday?  I just finished cleaning up Christmas!  But I do love Valentine’s Day and not just for lovers…I like to celebrate my kids and cheer up gal pals who may feel a little down come this Heart Day. Managed:  Did some shopping and found fun stuff for all […]

Hair 101: How To Give Yourself a Good Blowout

Manic:  Those that know me know that one of my favorite things to do is to have my hair blown out.  If a pro does it, the style will last me a couple of days and I want to know what they know, that I don’t, when it comes to a good blowout. Managed:  So […]

Alternative Treatments Instead of Cortisone Shots for Plantar Fasciitis

Manic:  My thoughts when my new podiatrist offered me a cortisone shot for the plantar fasciitis in my foot that was giving me a good dose of heel pain! Managed:  My doctor when he assured me that there are other treatment plans.  I visited podiatrist Dr. C. Jon Beecroft, D.P.M at Ahwatukee Foot & Ankle […]

Stand Up to Bullying

Last week was No Name Calling Week and the post, that our writer Lisa Walton wrote, received a strong response from other parents and teachers who want to put a stop to name calling and to bullying.  We received a letter from one of our readers named Sarah Fudin.  She emailed us with a request […]

Weekly Pet Pic: He May Be a Dog, But He’s One Cool Card Shark!

Thank you to our managedmoms.com subscriber, Melissa for sharing this fun picture of her smart dog, Finley!  Yep, even though he is a dog, we think that he is actually quite a card shark!  See what we mean…. Send us your funny and cute pet pics!  We love to get them and look forward to sharing […]

Freebie Friday Winner & Next Week’s Prize!

Who is our Freebie Friday winner today? What did she win?  What is next week’s cool prize?  Keep on reading!!  And remember if you are a subscriber, then you are automatically entered in our weekly drawing for great prizes that include beauty items, cookware, jewelry and more!  Lots of cool stuff!  Now, let’s announce this […]

Fab Footwear Fashions That Don’t Hurt & Some Pain Relief Tips!

Manic:  Stopping my beloved hiking trips because my feet have been hurting! Managed:  Finally saw a terrific podiatrist!  I learned that I have plantar facitiis in one heel, heel spurs in both and a thinned-out pad under the ball of my foot!  Ouch!  No wonder I have been hurting!  So I put together this helpful […]

Roman’s Recommended Yoga Hammock Poses…Healthy & Fun!

With the opening of Roman’s new yoga studio called RA Yoga, we get to see video of how those interesting yoga hammocks work.  I haven’t tried one yet, but after seeing today’s poses I really want to, because these poses look more fun than traditional yoga.  Have you tried the yoga hammock?  Let us know […]

Parents Read This! No Name Calling Week Is This Week

Managedmoms.com reader and school teacher, Lisa Walton, asked me if she could write this week’s post about an important initiative happening this week called No Name Calling Week.  With all of the articles that I see about the problems with bullying, I readily agreed that this is a good topic to write about.  So read […]

Weekly Pet Pic: Cat Bed Battle

Manic:  Being too busy the last couple of weekends to post our weekly pet pics! Managed:  Getting back to this fun weekend post that we humans enjoy….funny and cute pics of our pets.  Those furry friends who reduce our stress level, especially when we take a break from our busy life to sit and watch […]

Freebie Friday Winner & Next Week’s Prize!!

Who is our Freebie Friday winner today? What did she win?  What is next week’s cool prize?  Keep on reading!!  And remember if you are a subscriber, then you are automatically entered in our weekly drawing for great prizes that include beauty items, cookware, jewelry and more!  Lots of cool stuff!  Now, let’s announce this […]

You Gotta Know About This! Free New Service Keeps You in the Know on Valley Events

Manic:  When we don’t have practice, rehearsal, homework and appointments, I actually get to plan something fun for the family to do, but where do I start when it comes to checking out the many events that Phoenix has to offer every weekend? Managed:  One of our managedmoms.com writers, Angelic, has the answer with the […]

Design On a Dime Idea: Create Your Own Nifty Nook in a Limited Space

Manic:  Trying to get my entire family to be more organized now that we are in a New Year! Managed:  My friend and decorating guru, Bridget has been doing the same thing and she decided to start off her new year with a special space that she created just for her!  A cozy cave for […]