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Amy Grant Talks to Metro ParentBefore a local show, the pop vocal star chatted about her "blended" family, balancing mommyhood with fame and more. |
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Kids' Questions on DivorceWhen parents separate, kids often are looking for affirmation more than information. |
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Pilgrim vs. Modern ParentsYeah, raising kids today is rough. But just think what was like for those parents fresh off the Mayflower! |
The newest animated Disney flick is an retro romp for families – with an independent heroine and time-proven lessons, to boot. Comments: 0
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We swooned for this trendy, girly treat spotted on 'Gossip Girl' – and tracked down at a Ferndale bakery. Comments: 0
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This inventive building toy loves playing with everything from LEGOs and K'NEX to old water bottles and paper clips. Comments: 0
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These clever creations let young kids get a good grip on art and (bonus!) set the stage for handwriting skills later on. Comments: 0
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Wind-up toys are pure classic kitsch. But Kikkerland's 'critters' will make kids and parents see them in a whole new light! Comments: 0
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Whether it's multiplication or waking up, these six robot-themed gadgets and gizmos are here to help your family! Comments: 0
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Looking for one gargantuan "gimme" gift for the kids this holiday? Meet family-friendly Band Hero. Voila: You're done! Comments: 0
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Pixar's latest DVD release, Up, is a must-have. Comments: 0
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Watching her daughters dancing, doing gymnastics and ice skating has been an unexpected lesson for this local mom. Comments: 0
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Buying stuff used to make me feel independent. Now, taking care of four people's stuff just makes me crazy! Comments: 0
Posted 03/03/10 @ 04:09 PM
Every now and then we all need to leave the baggy clothes, the Swiffer and, yes, the kids behind and get out on the town. Comments: 0
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Saturdays are the perfect antidote to my family's crazy, chaotic weekday life. Comments: 0
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The only thing I ever want to make for dinner is reservations (and the kids seem to appreciate it more, anyway!). Comments: 0
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Just trying to help my girls get it done, some days, makes me want to run away join the foreign legion. Comments: 0
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Think getting shots is a pain for kids? Our blogger waxes on how it's traumatic for mom, too! Comments: 0
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This family had to merge their holiday tree traditions. So – here's to "a partridge in a fake tree!" Comments: 0
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Just when I thought Thanksgiving was for the 'birds,' my daughter made me realize I was being a 'bird brain.' Comments: 0
Posted 11/23/09 @ 05:04 PM
My husband's business trips make me realize how hard it is to be a single mom. Comments: 1
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Curbing Kids' ClutterTaming the biggest messy zones is possible with these three simple tips from a metro Detroit professional organizer. |
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Making the BedGive your kids a 'little lesson' on how to tidy up their sleeping spaces – without turning them off to the task |
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Eco Cleaning Your HomeSpruce up your house without all the chemicals with these five green cleaning tips. |
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Date Night on a DimeIn tight times, parents need a special evening together all the more. Here's how – cheap! |
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Life Insurance for Kids?You think about covering your kids if something happened to you. But what about the event of a child's death? |
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Financially Compatible?Take our five-question quiz to see whether mom and dad are a solid money match – or if some budget meetings are in order. |
We asked for photos of your best birthday cakes. From Elmo to Thomas, these literally take the cake!
Meet the crop of cuties that won the 2009 Metro Parent CoverKids contest.
Our adorable runners-up from Metro Parent's 2009 CoverKids contest.
Meet the finalists of Metro Parent's 2009 CoverKids contest.
Say 'Cheese!' Check out these outtakes of recent Metro Parent cover shoots.
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