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Ways to Make Mealtimes Fun

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Make mealtime less of a hassle with these fun ideas.
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Guides

10 Waterfalls in the Midwest to Visit with Kids

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Treat the kids to a road trip to one of nature's most beautiful creations. Check out our list of must-see waterfalls in the Midwest to plan your trip.
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At Home

10 Yummy DIY Road Trip Snack Recipes

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Skip the trip to Burger King on your next road trip and keep the kids satiated and happy with these delicious DIY road trip snacks.
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Advice

10 Houseplants that Families Should Avoid

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Having houseplants can really liven up your home, especially in the gray winter months but parents should be aware of these houseplants that families should avoid.
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Senior Health & Wellness

The Balancing Act: Preventing Falls in Seniors

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Falling happens and it can be particularly scary for seniors. These 8 tips will help your aging loved one improve their balance and help prevent falls from happening.
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Attending College

What I Wish I Knew: A Former Student’s Advice to Incoming College Freshmen

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Metro Parent's 2020 winter intern offers her advice to incoming college freshmen on making the most of the experience and what she wish she knew before her college years.
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At Home

Hot Chocolate Bombs: Where to Find Them and How to Make Them

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Hot chocolate bombs are all the rage this year! Find out where you can score some locally and get some recipes if you want to make your own, too!
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Talking About Race

How to Teach Your Kids about Native American History

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Thanksgiving is the perfect time to introduce your kids to Native American history and the truth behind the holiday. Here are some tips to get the conversation started.
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Advice

When to Know It’s Right to Start a Family Instagram Account

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Family Instagram accounts are all the rage but how do you know when it's the right time to start one for your fam? We've got tips to help you make the dive.
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Coronavirus Help

What To Do If Your Child Is Exposed To COVID-19

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Coronavirus cases are on the rise. Here are some tips and next steps to follow if your child is exposed to COVID-19.
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Guides

Holiday Teas in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

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Get cozy and enjoy an afternoon with your loved ones at one of these fun holiday teas in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor.
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Coronavirus Help

At-Home Picture Day Ideas

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Did your child miss out on school picture day this year? Take a photo to remember with these fun at-home picture day ideas.
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Local Mom Opens Walking Lightly. A Zero-Waste Shop in Ferndale.

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Trade single-use plastics for zero waste options at the new Ferndale shop.
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Parenting

Metro Parent’s Top Posts of the Week

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MetroParent.com is loaded with great info for parents. Here, we've listed the best of the best posted this week for you to thumb through at your convenience.
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Guides

Family Fun Things to Do This Weekend in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

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Looking for some family fun? Check out our list of events and other things to do this weekend.
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Macomb County Education

Macomb County Doctor Explains Why You Should Get the COVID-19 Vaccine

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The vaccine is key to getting the COVID-19 pandemic under control. Here, a local doctor explains why and puts some misconceptions about the vaccine to rest.
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