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Hanging on to Thanksgiving

It's the day after Thanksgiving and I'm sorry, but I'm not going Black Friday shopping. I know this frenzy is good for the economy....

Children of lesbian mothers less likely to suffer abuse

When questioned about sexual abuse, sexual orientation, and sexual behavior, the 17-year-old daughters and sons of lesbian mothers reported no incidents of physical or sexual abuse by a parent or other caregiver.

Finding the way to a good night’s sleep

He says it like it's a joke but it's not. "We're really in the hospitality business," says Michael Eichenberg, RPSGT, manager at Banner Sleep Center...

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

It was a warm September morning when I walked into the ballroom at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort and Spa. The room was...

Arizona’s infectious disease: valley fever

Sixty percent of all reported cases of valley fever, or coccidioidomycosis, in the U.S. occur in Arizona.

My Night in a Haunted House

The unsettling feeling began when Ania asked Nicole to  "Put her somewhere where she won't get hurt." and Nicole responded with "I can't promise...

Say BOO to toxins…have a green halloween

Chemicals such as lead, which can impair brain development at extremely low doses, as well as nickel, cobalt and chromium, which can cause skin irritation, can be found in the abundance of products available for the holiday.

Everything possible to minimize a child's pain

Tommy Buisman of Gilbert wasn't expecting to be in the hospital that day. It was fall break, after all, and  and he should have...

Mesa has nice ghosts

Did you know that lurking underneath Main Street in Mesa are tunnels? Apparently they were used originally as a primitive form of air conditioning....

Creatures of the night: sleeping well during Halloween

The scary icons of Halloween are everywhere these days, in movies, the grocery store, even on Sunday night football. But sometimes, all that imagery can be too much for kids.

Boo! at the Zoo

As long as I have had children, we have taken them to Phoenix Zoo's annual event, Boo at the Zoo. When they were smaller...

Ice, ice baby- but make sure it’s clean

Where you get your ice does matter.

Jaundice and autism: a connection?

Neonatal jaundice – usually a result of elevated bilirubin production – is seen in 60 percent of term infants.

Chirp, chirp: check your smoke alarms

Smoke alarms that are properly installed and maintained play a vital role in reducing fire deaths and injuries.

Tackling ADHD at ASU

If you follow college football in Arizona (which I don't) maybe you know the name Lawrence Guy, defensive tackle at ASU.  This weekend he was...

Stop using infant sleep positioners!

The CPSC and the FDA are warning parents and child care providers to STOP using sleep positioners

PARTY ARTICLES

Money Lessons from Birthday Parties

Teaching Kids the Value of Gifts & Gratitude Between the cake, balloons, and wrapping paper tornado, birthday parties are often all about fun, but they also provide the perfect opportunity to teach kids early lessons...

Time to Paw-ty

Celebrating your favorite furry friend Call me crazy, but when my husband and I adopted our first dog together, we threw her a birthday party complete with cake, streamers, guests, appetizers, games, and more. Was...

Unique Ways to Host a Joint Birthday Party

My brother and I have birthdays that are just one day apart—his on March 3rd, mine on March 4th, and our oldest brother just a few weeks later on March 21st. Fast forward 31 years...

Out-of-the-box Birthday Party Ideas in Phoenix & Tucson

Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering the teen years. Or perhaps your child has requested to...

Birthday Traditions & Clever Theme Ideas

Childhood birthdays are unlike any others. I have fond memories of waking up on my birthday morning anticipating all the fun that was in store. With three kids who had birthdays all in the same...

Out-of-the Box Birthday Party Ideas

Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering the teen years. Or perhaps your child has requested to...

Party Etiquette

Whether you’re hosting a party or attending one, you may be wondering—do people really RSVP anymore? What about goodie bags, are those still a thing? Do I need to stay with my child at...

How to Throw a Birthday Party that Won’t Break the Bank

I remember the days when birthday parties consisted of colorful balloons, streamers, a simple cake, and the classics like musical chairs and tag with a few friends. Times have changed and suddenly it feels necessary...

How to do a drive-by birthday party

As we get deeper into quarantine, people have gotten creative with birthday celebrations. One result: the drive-by birthday party.

Home pool party? Hire a lifeguard!

Drowning happens silently and quickly. That’s why children are at risk even when — and sometimes especially when — adults are nearby. Even a "designated pool watcher" can avert his or her eyes for a...

Hiking birthday party

For a child who loves adventure and outdoors, turn a hike into a birthday party.
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Bike race birthday party

When there are lots of neighborhood friends who love to ride their bikes together, host a birthday party that feels like an official bike race.

Island birthday party

Pool parties are popular in Arizona. Make a stylish upgrade at your next birthday party by incorporating décor and details that will transport guests from the desert to a tropical island paradise.

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