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Free Kid-Friendly Events in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor
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Fun Events for Teens in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor
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Nature Makes Kids Smarter, Study Says, So Boost Their IQ
Research finds nature makes kids smarter: They have more academic success when they spend time outdoors. Here are four fun ways to bump up their nature intake.
Enough Already: Vaccinate Your Kids
A big study throws heavy data at the fact that the measles vaccine doesn't cause autism. It's vital to vaccinate your kids. A Michigan doc explains why.
Parents Get Poor Sleep for Up to Six Years After Baby...
Sweet slumber isn't magically restored after sleep training. A new study confirms what your gut knows – parents get poor sleep for years after baby is born.
Why You Should Have a Family Code Word With Your Kids
Do you have a family code word? It's something only you and your children know – and it could help save your child from an abduction.
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