Health and Safety

Racing Against Blindness

A Gilbert Family’s Mission to Save Their Son’s Sight When Stephen and Kristina Johnston first became parents, they never imagined their journey would lead them...

Feeding Success

How to Manage Dietary Needs for Children with Special Health Concerns Managing Diabetes at School Children with diabetes have specific nutritional needs that include regular, timed...

When Picky Eating Is More Than Just Picky Eating

Our Family’s ARFID Journey Picky eating is a normal part of childhood. But when it’s more than just picky eating, it can be hard to...

A Parent’s Guide to Pediatric Respite Care

Restoring the Caregiving Balance Caring full-time for a child with life-limiting or special needs is an act of profound love and one that can quickly...

Natural Ways to Prevent and Remedy the Flu  

In Arizona, flu activity begins to rise in late fall and usually peaks around December, meaning you still have time to take preventative steps...

Strong Moms, Stronger Awareness:

What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer Q & A With Dr. Brittany L. Murphy, Breast Surgical Oncologist at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center As...

From Phones to Power Tools

  Know the Risks of Lithium-Ion Batteries Most of the electronics we use in our homes every day — smartphones, tablets, power and lawn tools, laptops,...

Common Infectious Skin Issues That Spread at School (and What to Do About Them)

With kids back to school, they’ll be sharing more than pencils and playground time—skin infections can spread just as quickly as a cold. Conditions...

Staying Safe on a Family Road Trip

Tips from a Certified Auto Expert Road trips are a great way for families to create lasting memories, especially during summer break. However, before hitting...

Teens & Eating Disorders

What Parents Need to Know As disordered eating becomes more common among adolescents, there are signs to help you recognize if your teen is engaging...

“Why Does This Hurt So Much?” National Mastitis Awareness Day

If you’ve ever whispered through gritted teeth, “Why does this hurt so much?” while breastfeeding your baby — you’re not alone. For so many moms,...

Red, White and Water Safe: Five Tips for the Fourth

As you and your family gear up to celebrate Independence Day with backyard barbecues, pool parties, and trips to lakes, Aqua-Tots Swim School is...

SRP & Aquatic Centers Offering Free and Low-Cost Swimming Lessons

SRP is committed to making water safety resources more accessible to families in need by partnering with local aquatic centers to provide free and...

Gut Health Tips for Kids

By Dr. Michael Hartman, VP of Research & Development at Plexus Worldwide Summer in Arizona is the perfect time to consider gut health for children...

Everything You Need to Know about Swim Lessons

The Best Age to Start Swim Lessons Every child is different and develops at a different pace, which means there is not one correct answer...

High-time for Water Safety Vigilance

Water safety is crucial for anyone spending time around pools, lakes, or other bodies of water. In Arizona, drowning is among the top cause...

PARTY ARTICLES

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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