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The dry Arizona summer heat has rolled in these past few days blistering the pavement. Along with the heat comes the months of events most memorable in the summer time, outdoor cookouts and fireworks. With the rise in popularity of grilling in the upcoming months, some quick tips can help you and the family avoid potential fire hazards.

June and July in fact, are the peak months for summer cookouts and family festivities. They are also the peak months for wildfires and house fires. An increase in house fires occur with the use of...

By Michael Aurit, JD, MDR and Karen Aurit, MA, Co-Founders of The Aurit Center For Divorce Mediation Located in Scottsdale, Arizona

DEAR DIVORCE MEDIATORS: My husband and I have decided to divorce. We are barely talking at the moment.  We have a 7-year old son, Eric and a 3-year old daughter, Ella. We also have two Goldendoodles, “Rocky” and “Roadie.” I think we’re...

Power to the breastfeeding mom. If nursing didn’t work out for you- no worries, but if you’re all about the boob, I thought you might be interested in learning about some nursing aids you might not know about. Because, let’s face it, nursing is a beautiful challenge meant to be enjoyed. I often doze off mid-feed.

1. Get comfortable

And by that, I mean stock up on the obvious: a rocker/glider, nursing pillow (like the Boppy), a side table (for water), and anything else that will keep you cozy (blankets, pillows, etc). Nursing stools are also...

With warm, summerlike weather already here, many of us have traded out our shoes for sandals or flip-flops. With the increase in activity for many, and the shift to a shoe type that provides less support, there can be an increase in foot problems. One of the most common types of foot problems is heel pain. One in 10 of the U.S. population that will suffer from heel pain at some point.  Though there are many causes, heel pain falls into five common diagnostic areas, according to Dr. Stephen L. Barrett of Innovative Neuropathy Treatment Institute in Phoenix.