Featured Articles

	Title	Issue
	Meet Ava, Metro Parent April 2013 CoverKid – VIDEO The future looks positively presidential – or at least bright! – for this bubbly Fraser 6-year-old. In our Q&A, get her spin on why a girl president would rule and more.	April 2013
	Study Finds Skim Milk Linked to Obesity in Preschoolers Drinking milk might do a body good, but should you give your child skim, 2 percent or whole? Recent research might rule out the skim option. AnnMarie Ottoy	April 2013
	The Autism Parent's Bucket List Metro Parent's March list of 101 things every child should do or learn before they grow up didn't cut it for parents of autistic children. Here's an amended list for parents raising a child with autism. Cathy Jameson	April 2013
	Making Southeast Michigan Attractions More Autism Friendly How can we make everyday places and people more hospitable? The Autism Alliance of Michigan is teaming with The Henry Ford – and, it hopes, others – to help make this happen for kids. Wendsy Von Buskirk	April 2013
	Coupon Clipping 101: How to Save Your Family Big Money Want to slash your family's grocery bill? The moms behind some savvy blogs say coupons are key. They dish their best tips for southeast Michigan parents. Jacquie Goetz Bluethman	April 2013
	Tips to Reduce Family Spending and Tighten Up Your Budget April is Family Finance Month – the perfect time to get your money in order. Learn how to slash your expenses and save more cash for the future – for you and your kids. Jacquie Goetz Bluethmann	April 2013
	Sloppy Josephines Recipe from Family Vegetarian Cookbook This vegetarian twist on a classic kid favorite recipe is straight from mom blogger and best-selling author Sarah Matheny's new collection, 'More Peas, Thank You.' Sarah Matheny	April 2013
	Companies Increase Marketing of Alcohol, Junk Food to Kids A new study in Pediatrics shows savvy tactics used to lure children. And they're effective in creating bad habits. What can parents do? Stacey Winconek	April 2013
	Chickens and Autism: How 'Goldie' Helps a Michigan Teen With the help of a feathered friend, Alair Bergman of Ortonville, Mich. has overcome autism symptoms, written a book and plans for a bright future. Shawn Wright	April 2013
	Root Beer Cupcakes Dessert Recipe from Family Vegetarian Cookbook From her new veggie cookbook 'More Peas, Thank You,' mom and best-selling author shares this tutorial for delectable treats kids will love Sarah Matheny	April 2013