Manic: No time to style my hair and I need it out of my face! Managed: I asked managedmoms.com writer and professional hair stylist, Angelic, owner of Backstage Salon & Spa, for a few quick tricks when it comes to wearing a headband the right way. She told me that some gals like to wear […]
My Daughter’s Sweet Surprise that Made My Throbbing Feet Worth It All!
My 3TV name is the manic managed mom and boy did the manic managed part fit all of the mothers, fathers, grandmothers and teenagers all weekend who worked very busy volunteer shifts to raise money for youth theatre arts. Parents, teenagers and friends of the Ahwatukee Children’s Theatre came together to put on six American Girl […]
Weekly Pet Post: Finley’s Frustration!
Manic: Most parents I know right now that are crazy busy with back-to-school homework help and busy extracurricular activities…and it is only going to get busier with the holidays approaching! Managed: Taking time to play with your pet! Not only is it good for your pet, but it is good for you humans, too. […]
Freebie Friday Winner!
Woo Hoo! This week’s prize rocks! A big thank you to T-fal for giving managedmoms.com a brand new ActiFry to give away! It is a $250 cookware item from T-fal called the ActiFry, but it doesn’t fry foods. It actually makes french fries, appetizers, meals and more in a healthier way because it steams and […]
Breakfast Burritos with Home Fries Recipe & T-fal ActiFry Review
Manic: Finding time to make breakfast during the busy school week! Managed: Testing out a cool cookware item that makes a yummy and a healthy version of home fries that I can reheat the next day as we start our busy week! I recently tested the T-fal ActiFry and I give this cooker a […]
Roman’s Recommended Yoga Partner Pose
Manic: With the holiday weekend two weeks ago and the big 9/11 anniversary this past weekend, my fitness plans went out the window! Managed: Yipee! Our yoga expert, Roman is back with another yoga pose and he has yet another partner pose for us! Roman says: Pose: Partner Supta Baddha Konasana Benefits: *Stretches lower […]
Back To School: 3 Safety Tips to Teach Your Kids
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Back-To-School Cool Cuts 4 Kids Coupon
Manic: In addition to everything else you have to do with the busy back-to-school season, you forgot to get the kids a haircut and looking at their untamed mane reminds you! Managed: Found out how you can get a $5 off coupon at the very cool Cool Cuts 4 Kids locations. Not only does Cool Cuts […]
Weekly Pet Pic Plus A Pet Tip From One Of Our Subscribers
Manic: Living in Phoenix this time of year and trying to stay cool! Managed: Managedmoms.com subscriber and lover of all animals, Lynnette emailed us a tip on how to keep outdoor pets cool, too. Plus she sent us an adorable pet pic of a cool cat that she rescued. So first we’ll show the […]
Backpacks 101
Manic: All this back-to-school shopping and wondering what to skimp on and what items I should really invest in. Managed: Asked our newest managedmoms.com team member, teacher Lisa Walton her opinion and she told me that the one item we should consider spending a little more on is a good quality backpack. Read on […]
This Week’s Freebie Friday Winner!
TGIF! So who is our Freebie Friday winner this week???? …..AND THE WINNER IS: Lisa Haffner from Phoenix, Arizona!!! CONGRATULATIONS! (winner randomly selected in a drawing through random.org) Lisa won a bundle of bracelets from beadedbrACElet.com (http://www.beadedbracelet.biz/index.html)! These beautiful bracelets are hand-made and come in every color and/or color combination that you can think of. And […]
First Freebie Friday Starts Today!
Manic: Website is going great, but my team has been busy thinking of ideas to keep the growth going! Managed: Taking my webmaster’s advice to have Freebie Friday every Friday, so that my readers get a chance to win cool free stuff and hopefully spread the word to subscribe to managedmoms.com! So every Friday, […]
Scrumptious Spaghetti with Homemade Marinara Sauce
Manic: Never outgrew my #1 favorite food, spaghetti, but want to find a homemade recipe that is delicious, but quick and easy, too! Managed: Found a cool cookbook that has a picture of every dish right next to the recipe. I love that! So with permission from the publisher of the book, “Betty Crocker […]
To Save or Not to Save? | Photography Tips from Elizabeth Langford Photography
Manic: Back from our family road trip through sunny California and I took a ton of pictures that I want to organize and scrapbook. But now as I look through my mountain of shots, I feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to cut and what to keep. I bet this has happened to you! […]
Melon Berry Crush Smoothie Recipe from Pomegranate Cafe
Manic: Need a festive 4th of July treat, but I want something healthy that my kids will also enjoy. Managed: Asked the pros at Pomegranate Café for ideas and they gave me their Melon Berry Crush smoothie recipe. Not only is it red, white and blue, but it is also very good for you! Read on […]






