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Rollin’, Rollin’, Rollin’ – Rawhide!

When I was a young, my family and I would load up in the Polara and head to north Scottsdale - and back in...

What’s healthier? Can of soda or an FSB?

These drinks have become a staple for many kids and families. You can find them for purchase right by the soda in many locations, such as food drive-thrus and many vending machines.

Mid-Autumn/Moon Festival

Located just minutes from Sky Harbor International Airport is a hidden gem - the Chinese Cultural Center. The Center houses three restaurants, the Super...

Getting an earful

Nate Page, M.D., is one of the Valley's newest otolaryngologists, which means he specializes in the diagnosis and management of all diseases of the...

Celebrate Grandparents!

This Sunday is National Grandparent's Day. It was first proclaimed in 1978 by President Jimmy Carter,  to be celebrated the first Sunday after Labor...

It’s Labor Day…so work on the lunchbox

What goes in to your child’s lunchbox now can set the tone for mealtime choices down the road.

A pleasant evening on the lake

It's late afternoon Friday, and we have successfully maneuvered the first week of school. How to celebrate? Let's go to the lake! Living in the...

A child can drown in two inches of water

There's a downside to all the public relations campaigns about preventing child drownings. The publicity gets us so focused on the dangers of unfenced...

Breaking up is hard to undo

I never in a million years would have thought that my failure to acknowledge her torrential toilet would have caused the total demise of our friendship.

Do you feed your dog or cat in the kitchen?

And surprisingly enough, children didn't become sick because they were snacking from the bowl of kibble.

Skin, sweat…and soap

When my son wrestled in high school, he managed to pick up ringworm, the highly feared (among moms) fungus that makes me cringe just thinking about it.

An adult in a candy store

One of the treats of living on the border of Phoenix and Glendale is the close proximity to the Cerreta Candy Company. The candy...

August is immunization awareness month

The outcome from opting out of vaccines is tragic. According to the AAP, six infants in California died from pertussis this year. Recent outbreaks of Hib meningitis in Minnesota and measles around San Diego have been reported.

Puppy deja vu

I've lost my mind again. Remember how we decided to get a puppy and everyone thought it would send me into a psychotic tailspin from which I'd never emerge?

Day 56 after the office flood – so much stuff!

The crew from ABSOLUT Restoration unloaded dozens of additional boxes yesterday, piling them high in the hallways as Leon Hauck from Fulcrum Enterprises darted...

Day 55 after the office flood – moving back in

After 55 days of disruption and dislocation, Raising Arizona Kids is back in its rightful home. We're not fully functional — computers and phones will...

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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