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COURAGEOUS CO-PARENTING: Problem-Solving Party Time!

As parents, you know that problems are continuously popping up like a whack-a-mole game at Chuck E. Cheese. There are multiple answers to any...

Healthy Love Habits: The Power of Positive Thinking for your Relationship

In her latest album, Taylor Swift confesses, “It’s me, hi, I’m the problem, it’s me.” She may have a point. We all know it can...

7 Tips for Talking About Divorce

First, take a deep breath. Your concern about how best to have this conversation shows that you are thoughtful and want to do what...

Fallin’ in Love Again

  We remember when we fell in love. Life felt blissful, without a care in the world! Initially, love releases dopamine in the brain, giving us...

Make Everyday Valentine’s Day

Roses, chocolates, and jewelry are a fun way to celebrate your love...

October Date Night Round Up

We know how hard it is to find a great date night place to get away for the evening. We round up some great...

3 ways to celebrate date night during a pandemic

Like everything this past year, Valentine’s Day 2021 will be different. We’re all contending with limited childcare options. Add in our three young kids,...

4th Trimester Arizona hosts March 7 conference at i.d.e.a. Museum in Mesa

The 4th Trimester Arizona — a nonprofit that works to support and empower Arizona families during their transition to parenthood — hosts its third...

“Love You Hard” author Abby Maslin talks balance, resilience and rebuilding a family

Most of us gain perspective in tiny increments, from a steady drip of experiences that push us to accept, adjust, reframe and recalibrate our...

“Love You Hard” author Abby Maslin at Changing Hands Tempe on Friday, March 22

A young mom and teacher who spent much of her childhood in Phoenix will visit Changing Hands Tempe on Friday to discuss her new...

Sex after kids: The truth (Be realistic, be patient and keep trying)

Written by Maggie Zehring My husband Nick and I both wish we’d been more realistic about what to expect after having kids. We knew sleep...

Parents night out: 30 date ideas for Valentine’s Day and beyond

When is the last time you and your significant other went on real date? One with hand-holding and conversation that wasn’t all about the...

Parents night out ideas to start the new year

A parents night out is a fun way to unwind and enjoy relationships with your friends or spouse/partner. Here are some ideas to get...

Meet our #HowWeMet winner

This was such a tough decision! We got 170 entries for our #HowWeMet contest. Almost all of them were funny, sweet, poignant, moving, inspiring...

Finding time as a couple…after kids

As all new parents find out rather quickly, having a child can completely shift the family dynamic. As first-time moms and dads begin to...

That was a cold swish!

Now my husband and I were shifting into hard sell mode. We whipped out my lap top and pulled up a U-tube of Hacksaw and Hammer effortlessly spinning basketballs on their fingers and balancing them on their noses. After all, a picture is worth a thousand words. It took about 20 seconds and one particularly humorous play in which Flip loses his shirt and shorts and powers down the court in his underwear before Eli was hooked.

PARTY ARTICLES

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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