http://www.examiner.com/phoenix?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting Lastest News and Articles from Examiner.com Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:54:47 GMT http://www.examiner.com/x-29023-Phoenix-Fatherhood-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Unemployed-fathers-and-what-they-can-do-with-their-new-realities?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting The devastation of a job loss is arguably one of the most difficult situations that anyone could face.  This is especially true for the fathers that find themselves at home without the proposition of going to work every day.  In light of... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:38:52 GMT Keagan Pearson - Phoenix Fatherhood Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-29023-Phoenix-Fatherhood-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Unemployed-fathers-and-what-they-can-do-with-their-new-realities?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-28146-Phoenix-StayatHome-Moms-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Make-the-most-of-me-time?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting Being a stay at home mom or SAHM, is a tough, frustrating, mostly thankless, but rewarding job. We run around endlessly after our babies, clean, cook, and more running. Our focus is not on us, but rather those we stay home to look after; Our families.... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:32:15 GMT Kelsey Bormanis - Phoenix Stay-at-Home Moms Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-28146-Phoenix-StayatHome-Moms-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Make-the-most-of-me-time?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-14584-Phoenix-Family-Entertainment-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Kids-can-make-pumpkin-pie-Pour-nBake-filling-from-Arrowhead-Mills-ANd-free-kitchen-utensils-offer?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting What could be more fun for children than helping cook Thanksgiving dinner? With a new pumpkin pie filling from Arrowhead Mills, your kids can make a pie that has that “made from real fresh pumpkin” taste all by themselves. The new... Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:54:34 GMT Katherine Shields - Phoenix Family Entertainment Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14584-Phoenix-Family-Entertainment-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Kids-can-make-pumpkin-pie-Pour-nBake-filling-from-Arrowhead-Mills-ANd-free-kitchen-utensils-offer?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-22404-Flagstaff-Early-Childhood-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Holiday-Festival-of-Lights--Pine-Arizona?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting Our little town of Pine is hosting its first Holiday Festival of Lights on November 28th. If you join us, please bring along a few cans of food for the local food bank (we are running low). Hope to see you there! ... Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:02:51 GMT Shara Lawrence-Weiss - Flagstaff Early Childhood Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-22404-Flagstaff-Early-Childhood-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Holiday-Festival-of-Lights--Pine-Arizona?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-29738-East-Valley-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Discovering-the-H1N1-virus-in-your-childs-school?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting It has happened.  They have been talking about it for one year.  You have been hearing about it everywhere, and now H1N1 has been found in your child's school. You receive a packet of information from the school that explains what, where,... Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:40:23 GMT Grace Ciccolella - East Valley Motherhood Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-29738-East-Valley-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Discovering-the-H1N1-virus-in-your-childs-school?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-14176-Phoenix-Baby--Toddler-Gear-Examiner~y2009m11d20-Wecome-to-the-FisherPrice-Jungle?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting The check-list for taking care of a newborn typically reads as follows:  feed, diaper, put to sleep, repeat.  So when my son was fed, diapered, and not going to sleep, I found myself in a bit of a quandary.  How exactly does one entertain... Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:30:47 GMT Michelle Civalier - Phoenix Baby & Toddler Gear Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14176-Phoenix-Baby--Toddler-Gear-Examiner~y2009m11d20-Wecome-to-the-FisherPrice-Jungle?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-22461-Phoenix-Blended-Families-Examiner~y2009m11d20-A-stepfamily-tip-for-the-holidays?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting Holidays offer possible moments of joy and  stress. In step-families, holiday rituals and traditions take several years to evolve. During these transitional years, the most important tip I want to share is "put... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:18:49 GMT Brigitte Wangberg - Phoenix Blended Families Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-22461-Phoenix-Blended-Families-Examiner~y2009m11d20-A-stepfamily-tip-for-the-holidays?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-6779-Phoenix-Family--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Its-Fall-Time-for-fireplaces-blankets-andSMORES?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting Even though we Arizonans don’t often get to bear witness to the colorful change of seasons or the wintry blast of frigid weather, we do try to keep pace with the cooler states by celebrating our own descent into the 80 degree temperatures by... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:58:37 GMT Jennifer Allen - Phoenix Family & Parenting Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6779-Phoenix-Family--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Its-Fall-Time-for-fireplaces-blankets-andSMORES?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-25716-East-Valley-StayatHome-Moms-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Polar-Express-Storytime-at-Borders?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting As the holidays near, it is the perfect time to read the classic children's book The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg to your children.   You can also bring your children to your local Borders bookstore for a Polar Express pajama... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:51:24 GMT Lori Dumas - East Valley Stay-at-Home Moms Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-25716-East-Valley-StayatHome-Moms-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Polar-Express-Storytime-at-Borders?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-17560-Phoenix-Parentless-Children-Examiner~y2009m11d18-The-parentless-and-the-holidays?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting Each year around the holiday season, parentless kids are reminded of their deceased parents the most. Before, when their parents were still around, they used to look forward to the holidays. Although they still may look forward to the holidays, the... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:57:51 GMT Michelle Arana - Phoenix Parentless Children Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-17560-Phoenix-Parentless-Children-Examiner~y2009m11d18-The-parentless-and-the-holidays?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-28682-East-Valley-Gifted-Children-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Spend-Time-Together?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting In a relationship, there is nothing more important than just spending time together. Yet it sometimes seems to be the most difficult thing to do.With all of our commitments and responsibilities, it can be very difficult to find time to just relax... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:14:26 GMT Kelly Depp - East Valley Gifted Children Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-28682-East-Valley-Gifted-Children-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Spend-Time-Together?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-30422-West-Valley-Baby--Toddler-Gear-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Kidco-Pea-Pod-Review?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting One of the more unique travel gear items on the market today is the Kidco Pea Pod. It's about the length of a Pack N Play but no where near the 30 lb weight or odd bulky shape. At just 5 lbs and folded in its slim round carrying case, it's... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:46:49 GMT Sarah Peters - West Valley Baby & Toddler Gear Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-30422-West-Valley-Baby--Toddler-Gear-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Kidco-Pea-Pod-Review?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-2174-Arizona-Family-Examiner~y2009m11d15-Magic-covered-bridge?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting During a trip to Indiana, a truly remarkable situation happened to bring together two families that were complete strangers.  The meeting place was the charming Beanblossom Covered Bridge.  Last month it was surrounded with colorful foliage... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:21:23 GMT Sue Thurman - Arizona Family Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2174-Arizona-Family-Examiner~y2009m11d15-Magic-covered-bridge?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-26283-East-Valley-Green-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Green-corporations-descend-upon-Phoenix?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting The United States Green Building Council (USGBC), is holding its 8th annual Greenbuild conference at the Phoenix Convention Center. With over 20,000 building and sustainability professionals in attendance at the world's largest sustainable... Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:09:24 GMT Natacha Andrews - East Valley Green Parenting Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-26283-East-Valley-Green-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Green-corporations-descend-upon-Phoenix?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-26777-East-Valley-Childrens-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Lets-Talk-Turkey--turkey-pins-place-mats-magnets-bookmarks-napkin-rings?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting What you'll need Construction paper or scrapbook paper – yellow, red, orange, brown colorful patterned paper or coloring page of your child's work cut into 12x5 inch strip googly eyes scissors scalloped edge scissors glue... Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:06:48 GMT Betsy Huston - East Valley Children's Crafts Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-26777-East-Valley-Childrens-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Lets-Talk-Turkey--turkey-pins-place-mats-magnets-bookmarks-napkin-rings?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-10452-Phoenix-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m11d10-Teens-need-parents-to-cheerlead?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting Yes, you can. Three small words which can change your teen's outlook today and maybe for the rest of their life. I recently realised that teens can sometimes get themselves so down into an emotional pit, that they just stay there, kicking themselves.... Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:12:25 GMT Susan Tarantino - Phoenix Parenting Teens Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10452-Phoenix-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m11d10-Teens-need-parents-to-cheerlead?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-23071-Phoenix-New-Moms-Examiner~y2009m11d8-Kalens-Place-Customized-artwork-for-your-child?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting Designing a nursery or child's room can be tough.  The challenge lies in reflecting your child's personality, making the space as unique as they are.  Instead of spending time hunting for that special element, why not have it made? Local artist... Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:12:22 GMT Maggie Norris - Phoenix New Moms Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-23071-Phoenix-New-Moms-Examiner~y2009m11d8-Kalens-Place-Customized-artwork-for-your-child?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-9043-Phoenix-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Proud-parents-outshine-Friday-night-lights?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting Last night – while celebrating Senior Night on the high school football field, prior to the last game of the season, with a group of über-proud football moms and dads – I realized something. I realized – despite the media coverage... Sun, 08 Nov 2009 02:57:34 GMT Natalie Reilly - Phoenix Parenting Teens Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9043-Phoenix-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Proud-parents-outshine-Friday-night-lights?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-23791-Phoenix-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Skateboard-art-auction-to-raise-funds-for-autism?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting Local and national artists were provided with blank skateboard decks to create one-of-a-kind skateboard art to raise funds for autism research. The program, All Decks on Hand features the work of nearly 200 artists from across the US, Canada and the... Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:58:50 GMT Linda Elliott - Phoenix Autism & Parenting Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-23791-Phoenix-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Skateboard-art-auction-to-raise-funds-for-autism?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-21118-Phoenix-Family-Examiner~y2009m10d30-What-is-Celiac-Disease?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting Celiac Disease, also known as gluten sensitive enteropathy (GSE), is an autoimmune disease that affects both adults and children.  Gluten refers to the proteins found in certain grains such as wheat, rye, barley and triticale.  When those... Sat, 31 Oct 2009 02:21:21 GMT Jessica Thompson - Phoenix Family Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-21118-Phoenix-Family-Examiner~y2009m10d30-What-is-Celiac-Disease?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Family_and_Parenting