Metro Parent December 2012 Cover Outtakes

The holidays are here again – and we're ready to celebrate! Check out this gallery of outtakes from the December cover shoot!

Metro Parent Staff

The holiday season is upon us – and the December 2012 issue of Metro Parent features our annual Holiday 'It' List gift guide, filled with awesome critter-inspired toys for kids, plus some of this year's hottest must-have toys. Aside from the holiday fun, find out why some kids prefer one parent over the other. Also, read about the new law about concussions and kids in Michigan – and much, much more. CoverKid London, 3, of Southfield graced the cover of this month's issue. Check out the outtakes from this month's cover shoot.

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