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How to decrease the risk of child sexual abuse

Adults bear the burden of stepping up and speaking out when something doesn't look or feel right with respect to the well being of a child.

An evening with elves

A few weeks ago I was fortunate enough to be an "elf handler" for the big premiere of "An Elf's Story." Three of the...

Toddler tech

I understand how kids seeing their parents working on their computers, smart phones and tablets will want to act like mom and dad, and...

Tons of fun

  All photos by Daniel Friedman

Craftapalooza 2011

I love to craft and I enjoy spending time with my friends, so ten years ago I decided to combine the two. My annual...

Shopping for the lost angels

I don't enjoy shopping. But I never felt more like going shopping than one night last December, when I realized how many children who...

Are your kids “sexting”? How to talk about it

Depending on the type of material we’re talking about, and the location where it was sent or received, participating in sexting can potentially violate child pornography laws.

Expecting? Don’t forget your flu shot

Lucas notes that studies show pregnant women who are immunized are less likely to have babies who are born premature, have respiratory disease, or need to be hospitalized.

Bridge over placid water

Newton's first law of motion says bodies at rest tend to stay at rest until acted on by an outside force. Have someone winch...

Keeping the kids off the couch this weekend

Researchers say that exercising 12 or more hours before the meal may prevent damage from triglycerides, a type of lipid stored in the fat cells in the body. High levels of triglycerides can increase the risk of heart disease.

My hero, Bruno

Nestled in a residential neighborhood not far from the Magic Kingdom sits another magical place - the Anaheim White House. I was fortunate to...

It’s beginning to look a lot like Schools, etc.

Every January Raising Arizona Kids magazine publishes the Schools, etc. directory. This is my magnum opus of all things school-related in Maricopa County. There...

If dad is depressed…the kids are affected

It is estimated that one in four men in the United States suffer from depression. Most never receive treatment.

Don’t do anything, just stand there!

At 2am Sunday, Daylight Saving Time ends. This means your friends on the east coast won’t get annoyed when you call them at 9pm...

Occupy Zombie Street

This week, 17-year-old Mylan Blomquist shares her recent adventures as one of the undead. Have you ever heard the saying “Sleep is like death without...

FINDING PURPOSE IN GRIEF: Expressions of grief

Launching a new school year often begins with a shopping trip. Families head out to take advantage of back-to-school deals on backpacks, new clothes...

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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