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The Dark Side of the Sun: How to Protect Your Skin
By Pam Molnar, Arizona Parenting May 2024 “They are putting in a tanning bed at the gym,” my then 17-year-old told me. “I can get free tans.” “We joined the gym so we can all get exercise. Those tanning beds are not good for your skin. Stay away from them,” I...
Making Waves: Why Swim Lessons Are Essential for Every Child
By Bob Hubbard, Hubbard Family Swim Schools As temperatures rise in the Valley and the school year wraps up, now is the perfect time to prioritize swimming lessons for babies and kids of all ages. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), drowning is the...
Confront Self-doubt with Self-talk: Words that Build Your Child’s Confidence
Teen Lifeline Arizona Parenting Magazine May 2025 Article FINAL – April 11, 2025 Target Word Count: 500-600 words Current Word Count: 609 words Byline: Nikki Kontz, Teen Lifeline Clinical Director “I can do hard things.” “I am worthy of friends.” “I love myself...
The Lasting Magic of Summer Camp
By Rachael VanLandingham There’s something sacred about the smell of sunscreen mixed with bug spray, the crunch of gravel under sneakers, and the freedom of living in a slightly-too-big T-shirt for a week straight. If you know, you know: it is camp. As someone who...
Get Outside for Family Fun in AZ
By Michelle Thompson Looking for fun ways to create family memories and explore the state? Arizona State Parks and Trails has everything you need! Get the kids outdoors and on an adventure by visiting the parks for fun activities like hiking, camping, fishing,...
