Health and Safety

Effects of diet on ADD/ADHD symptoms

Q: Does diet affect symptoms of ADD/ADHD? Some studies show that children with ADD/ADHD lack proper levels of Omega 3 fatty acids (found in...

Eating disorders in diabetic teens

Q: Are teens with diabetes more likely to develop eating disorders? Studies have shown that female teens with diabetes are more susceptible to eating...

Chlorine fumes from pools

Q: Can the fumes from a chlorinated pool, especially in an indoor pool setting, be harmful to babies or young children taking swim lessons?...

Are you fluent in baby?

Along with all of the other surprising changes that come with bringing home a newborn baby, you may find that you are suddenly fluent...

Flip-flops

Q: Flip-flops are trendy—but are they good for growing feet? Flip-flops should only be worn around the pool or in the shower to avoid...

Babies affect parents’ sleep

Q: Can babies with unpredictable sleep patterns seriously affect the health and well-being of their parents? A recent study found that infant sleep problems are...

E. coli spinach scare

Q: The spinach scare last fall was unsettling. How can I protect my children from an E. coli infection? It didn’t take long for Madelyn...

Antibiotics-resistant staph infections

Q: How can I protect my family from antibiotics-resistant staph infections? Last August, as Elissa Thompson of Glendale enjoyed a late summer Saturday swim,...

Children left in cars get hyperthermia

Q: Why would any parent leave a child locked in a car on a hot day? When a child suffers serious injury – or even...

Explaining an adult’s depression to children

Q:My spouse has been diagnosed with depression. How do we explain this to our children? It depends on the ages of the children, according...

Asthma and sports

Q: Several of the kids on my children's sports teams have asthma. Is it really safe for them to participate in athletics? Studies show that...

Understanding alopecia

A modest amount of hair on your child's brush or bathtub floor is nothing to worry about. We all shed about 50 to 100...

Eye exams before kindergarten

Several states require eye exams prior to school enrollment, but Arizona is not among them, according to Jane Lynch, executive director of the American...

Misshapen baby’s head

Q: I'm worried because my baby's head isn't perfectly shaped. Is this something that will correct itself over time? While most parents leave the delivery...

When it’s time for booster seats

Q: My child has outgrown the car seat but doesn't seem ready for a regular seat belt. Is there something else I should use?...

Talking with children about mental illness

Q: How should I talk with my child about mental illness? Parents often ignore or neglect this topic for several reasons, according to clinical psychologist...

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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