In the News
A parenting perspective on the latest headlines
 |
06/14/13Teens Struggle Across Nation to Find Summer Jobs For Fifth YearThe poor economy has hurt adolescents' prospects. What's the outlook for southeast Michigan kids – and what impact could it have on their futures? |
 |
06/11/13New Water Features Revealed At Chandler Park Family Aquatic Center in DetroitBring the family to enjoy the new water park structures on the city's eastside as Wayne County unveils the new-and-improved Aquatic Center at Chandler Park. |
 |
06/07/13Boy Scouts of America Allows Gay Kids, Teens to ParticipateHow is the organization's decision to let gay boys to join playing out in southeast Michigan? Local Scout leaders and parents voice their views. |
 |
06/05/13Bullying Kids' Parents Ticketed by Cops in Wisconsin CityMonona police are taking a stand and making parents own up to their kids' mean or disrespectful behavior to peers by fining the bullies' families. |
 |
06/04/13Moms Are Breadwinners in Many Homes, Researchers FindPew Research Center's recent analysis of the U.S. Census shows that more women with kids under 18 are becoming the sole or highest-earning family member. Local moms weigh in. |
 |
05/31/13Study Finds Teens' Interest in Facebook is DecliningAdolescents are tiring of the social network as the adult presence on the site continues to grow and awareness of privacy increases. |
 |
05/30/13Water Safety 101: Tips for Keeping Your Family Safe During Summer Swim SeasonFollowing the drowning death of a local 14-year-old over Memorial Day weekend, families of small kids and teenagers should keep safe swim practices in mind. |
 |
05/24/13Michigan Amber Alert System Keeps Kids Safe Year-roundThe state's nonprofit works with law enforcement and Michigan Association of Broadcasters to bring missing kids home safe, and it relies on public awareness. |
 |
05/22/13Preparing Your Family for Severe Weather in Southeast MichiganThe massive tornado that devastated Moore, Okla. on May 20 is a reminder that being ready for bad weather during our own tornado and thunderstorm season is imperative. |
 |
05/15/13Angelina Jolie's Double Mastectomy Prompts Questions about Breast Cancer Gene TestingLike the actress, women who have one of two BRCA genes run a high risk of breast and ovarian cancer. Should southeast Michigan moms consider the pricey test? |
