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Breaking Down Omicron: What Parents Should Know About the COVID-19 Variant

Paige Twenter -
The pronunciation doesn't matter — just know that the new variant is the most contagious COVID-19 strain so far.
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Real Life: Mythy Huynh And Matt Tulpa

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Meet the local couple behind the popular Instagram account, Mighty in the Mitten, and learn how they navigate parenting.
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Guides

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Events in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Christina Clark -
In honor of this African-American activist, Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties offer these virtual and in-person Martin Luther King Jr. Day events.
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Lunar New Year Celebrations in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Rebecca Berger -
Looking to introduce your kids to this cultural event? This year, the Spring festival falls on Feb. 1, 2022, and there are many celebrations to enjoy.
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Breakfast for Dinner Spots in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Christina Clark -
Who says you can't have breakfast for dinner? These local restaurants offer pancakes, sausage, hash browns and other first-meal faves any time of day.
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Family Movies Coming Out in 2022

Metro Parent Editorial -
2022 is welcoming tons of family-friendly flicks. Here are 19 of our favorite kids movies coming out this year.
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Watch This, Do That: Encanto

Katina Beniaris -
'Even in our darkest moments, there’s light where you least expect it.'
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Latest Issue: January/February 2022

Our latest issue offers insight on the issues kids face today and how they handle it all, different kinds of love and why they all matter to kids, what toxic positivity is and why it's harmful and much more!

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Winter Fun for Kids in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Christina Clark -
Find winter activities, fun things to do while inside, ways to celebrate the winter holidays with kids and tips on staying safe this time of year in this FREE handy guide.
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Parenting

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Simple and Fun Budgeting Activities for High School Students

Amanda Rahn -
Give your teen a head start for financial success — and spark his or her interest, too — with these fun budgeting activities for high school students.
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Coronavirus Help

Breaking Down Omicron: What Parents Should Know About the COVID-19 Variant

Paige Twenter -
The pronunciation doesn't matter — just know that the new variant is the most contagious COVID-19 strain so far.
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Health

Best Personal Trainers in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Christina Clark and Jessica Schrader -
Want to change your workout routine in 2022, but don't know how to find personal trainers in metro Detroit? Here are some pros in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties.
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The Happier Divorce: Parents Are Embracing Conscious Uncoupling

Lori Orlinsky -
Modern-day methods for conscious uncoupling are making 'the D word' less intimidating.
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Education

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Pros and Cons of Single Gender Schools

Megan Krueger -
Considering single-gender education for your son or daughter at a southeast Michigan all-male or all-female school? These insights on the pros and cons of single gender schools may help.
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Macomb County Education

How Macomb County Keeps Schools Safe from Violence

Metro Parent Editorial -
Two Macomb experts explain how the county works to keep kids safe in schools and how students, staff and teachers can potentially stop violence before it happens.
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School Issues

Creating Racial Justice in Early Mathematics

Lori Orlinsky -
What is racial justice in early mathematics and why does it matter? Read on for insight.
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School Issues

How to Make a Difference in and Help Your School District

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Advice for parents from the executive director of the Michigan Association of School Boards.
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Winter Fun

Guides

Lunar New Year Celebrations in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Rebecca Berger -
Looking to introduce your kids to this cultural event? This year, the Spring festival falls on Feb. 1, 2022, and there are many celebrations to enjoy.
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Guides

Family Movies Coming Out in 2022

Metro Parent Editorial -
2022 is welcoming tons of family-friendly flicks. Here are 19 of our favorite kids movies coming out this year.
Read more
Things to Do

Watch This, Do That: Encanto

Katina Beniaris -
'Even in our darkest moments, there’s light where you least expect it.'
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Guides

Top Outdoor Winter Fun Spots in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Christina Clark -
Looking for a hot outdoor space for your family to chill out at this winter? We've rounded up our favorite outdoor winter fun spots for you to enjoy.
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