CoverKids Winners '09
Every year, Metro Parent holds its CoverKids contest to choose 10 kids who will be featured on covers of Metro Parent publications. Here are this year’s winners.
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Parents Take Children's Problems into Their Own HandsThese two 'vigilante' moms (and a few dads) illustrate the saying 'I'd do anything for my kid.' Would your 'Mama Bear' instinct prompt you to do the same? |
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Preparing 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. |
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Gifts for Tweens and Middle Schoolers They'll Actually LikeMake a big impression with cool gifts for that impossible-to-buy-for kid. We found these trendy presents for your teenager so you don't have to. |
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Craft Roundup: Party Time Crafts and DIY ProjectsDecoration ideas for upcoming spring and summer celebrations, from graduation parties to kids birthdays and any special family occasion in between. |
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10 Tips for Talking to Your Aging Parents about Future CareFrom timing to topics, it can be a sticky subject. But it's crucial. Here's how to have a dignified, respectful conversation with your mom or dad – while they're healthy. |
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Tips for Hosting a Garage Sale with Your KidsIt's a great way to clear out old stuff. And, with these three ideas, an at-home summer sale can become a fun financial family lesson, too. |
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Better Bedtime Techniques to Get Toddlers to SleepAntsy little kids can be the toughest customers to lull to bed. If you're at your wits' end, try these three tried-and-true tips from southeast Michigan moms. |