Sep 29, 2022 | Behavioral & Developmental, Family Life, Health & Fitness, Teen Issues
By Michael Klinkner Talking to your teenager about, well, anything can be difficult. But, talking about mental health can be even more challenging. It is a touchy subject and it can hit close to home for both you and your teen. While there isn’t really an easy...
Jul 29, 2022 | Family Life, Health & Fitness, Local News
How to protect your pets from fireworks, monsoon storms and the heat By Bretta Nelson *Photos courtesy of Arizona Humane Society It is a holiday that many pet parents often dread – Fourth of July. The loud booms, startling flashes and unexpected whizzing can...
Jan 31, 2022 | Family Life, Health & Fitness
By Sandi Schwartz As we all know, being a parent is the most important job in the world. Our children look up to us for guidance on everything in life, even if we do not realize it. One way that you can be a positive role model to your kids is in the area of...
Oct 31, 2021 | Early Childhood, Health & Fitness, Medical
By Tanni Haas, Ph.D. What should you look for when you’re looking for a pediatrician? If you choose well, you’ll have a great physician for your kids for years to come. Based on my own experiences, as well as conversations with other parents, I’ve compiled a...
Oct 31, 2021 | Health & Fitness, Medical
By Tanni Haas, Ph.D. Let’s face it: few kids enjoy going to the pediatrician, especially if they’re scheduled to get shots. But shots are a fact of life whether they’re getting vaccinated at annual wellness check-ups or getting seasonal flu shots. So, it’s best to get...
May 27, 2021 | Health & Fitness, Local News, Trending
By Bob Hubbard, Founder of Hubbard Family Swim Schools Part of the joy of being a parent is introducing your little ones to all kinds of new skills and fun activities. And the important skills and activities that you teach should take place on both the land and in...