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How to Choose the Perfect Name for Your BabyTrendy names stand out. That's great – but you want something that'll stand the test of time for your kid too, right? Here are 11 foolproof tips to get both. |
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How 'Raspberries' Help Baby DevelopSticking your tongue out and making noise is silly fun. But it helps kids with future language and motor skills, too! |
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Help Your Child Transition to the Big Kid BedHow can parents ensure it's a smooth switch for kids? Here are three key tips to guide you when your toddler is graduating from the crib. |
See this gallery of cover outtakes from Metro Parent's May edition.
The school yard game of 'rock, paper, scissors' is inspiring cute outfits and must-have accessories for boys and girls in southeast Michigan.
Baseball, hockey, horseback riding: From tykes to teens, children in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor sure know how to make the most of warm weather!
Check out this gallery of outtakes from Metro Parent's rockin' April cover.
Flip through the gallery of outtakes from the Metro Parent March 2012 cover shoot.
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How to Stop Procrastination in Your KidTired of harping on them to stop putting things off? Here are eight ways you can help your children increase productivity (and nip your nagging, too!). |
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Sports for Kids Who Aren't into Team SportsGot a child who'd prefer to compete with him or herself? Here's the scoop on three great contenders: Fencing, mixed martial arts and swimming. |
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How to Stop Sibling Rivalry with Your KidsGot fights brewing between sons and daughters? Discover 10 quick and direct tips for how parents can diffuse the battles, whether physical or verbal. |
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Childhood Depression and AntidepressantsDo you think your tween or teen is struggling with major depression? Here, parents can learn about medication and therapy options, risks, warning signs and tips for running intervention. |
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8 Ways to Save Cash on a Prom DressThe big dance is around the corner. Help your teen score a sweet gown for the special occasion – without making a big dent in the family budget. |
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When Your Teen Won't be Caught Dead in Public with YouYour kid sometimes wishes you'd just disappear. Sound familiar? For most parents, it's par for the course. Here advice and tips on how to deal. |
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The Promise of Cord Blood for Kids with Special NeedsStem cells could offer a better life for some children, like a little girl with cerebral palsy here in southeast Michigan. Will more families explore the possibilities? |
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Kids with 'Gold' Eye in Digital Photos Could Have DiseaseClues to childhood eye diseases could be hiding in plain sight. The 'Know the Glow' campaign aims to educate parents whose children may be at risk. |
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Milestones and Your Child: What's Normal?Headlines about autism have parents wondering what is and isn't 'typical.' Here's how to breathe, evaluate and seek treatment if needed. |
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Teen Party Season 101: How Underage Drinking Can Harm Both Parents and KidsWith the prom and high school graduations in full swing, kids are ready to cut loose – sometimes, with alcohol. Here's what every family needs to know. |
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The Ups and Downs of Work at Home MomsMore moms are earning a living right from their humble homes, doing work they love while always being there for their kids. Is being a work-at-home mom the best of both worlds? |
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How to Stop Procrastination in Your KidTired of harping on them to stop putting things off? Here are eight ways you can help your children increase productivity (and nip your nagging, too!). |
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Mindfulness Tips for MomsLooking to keep balance? It's essential for all parents. Here, Michigan therapist and mom Donna Rockwell shares some realistic advice. |
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The Great Screen DebateToday, kids are consuming more screen time than ever. Is there middle ground where health experts feel comforted and parents can catch a break? |
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