In the News
A parenting perspective on the latest headlines
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08/27/12The Teen Driving Decline in Southeast MichiganA University of Michigan study shows fewer adolescents hold driver's licenses in the United States – and kids in the Motor City are definitely no exception. |
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08/15/12Cases of Whooping Cough on the Rise in KidsRecent outbreaks of pertussis in Michigan and nationwide have caused widespread concern about the disease. How can you protect your child this school year? |
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08/14/12August is National Breastfeeding MonthThe number of nursing moms has increased tremendously. But some, parents and not, still feel uncomfortable about it. What do the latest trends and research say? |
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08/13/12New Gene Linked to Infant Vision Loss, Researchers SayDiscovery helps understand Leber congenital amaurosis and provides a step toward sight-saving gene therapy for babies with severe eye problems. |
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07/30/12Detroit Institute of Arts Millage Up for Vote on Aug. 7The DIA says it needs critical funding to keep operating, and it's relying on voters in Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties to help. Learn more. |
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07/25/12After the Colorado Movie Theater Shooting: Discussing Trauma with Kids – and Media InfluenceHow parents can help their children understand and cope with tragedies like the massacre. Also: Was the gunman, who called himself 'The Joker,' impacted by 'Batman'? |
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07/20/12Yahoo's New CEO is also a New Mom, Igniting Hot DebateMarissa Mayer, former Google executive and trailblazer, is now CEO at Yahoo – and six months pregnant. Is this too much for a new mother to handle? |
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07/02/12Bullied Bus Monitor Could Be Teachable Moment For Southeast Michigan Kids – VIDEOThe New York middle school children who harassed an elderly bus monitor could open up the floor for conversations with your child about bullying. |
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07/02/12The Michigan V-word Controversy – and Talking to Your KidsRep. Lisa Brown's use of the word 'vagina' sparked debate in Lansing and beyond. When it comes to your children, how do you have the 'private parts' conversation without feeling dirty or weird? Posted at 08:38 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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06/27/12Dogs May Help Prevent Childhood AsthmaPet dander can build kids' immune systems and possibly prevent some respiratory issues, says a new University of California-San Francisco study. |
