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Amanda Rahn

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Amanda Rahn is a freelance journalist, copy editor and proud Detroiter. She is a graduate of Wayne State University’s journalism school and of the Columbia Publishing Course at Oxford University. Amanda is a lover of translated contemporary fiction, wines from Jura and her dog, Lottie.

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Oh Mother

STEM Barbie: A Sorry Stab at Getting Girls Interested in Science

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The Barbie Stem Kit comes with buildable projects like a washing machine, jewelry holder and spinning closet rack. Is that all female scientists can build?
Indoors

Drum Me a Story by Wild Swan Theater

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Three West African folktales full of dancing, drumming and singing will captivate your kids at the Towsley Auditorium on Feb. 9-11, 2017.
School Issues

Time Management Tips for Students

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Get insights from a school counselor on time management for students to help them figure out the key to juggling it all and winning the study struggle.
Indoors

Relax from Home with Soothe

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Thanks to this company, you can get a massage at home. It's now available to families in the metro Detroit and Ann Arbor areas.
Camps

Figure Skating in Detroit

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Figure Skating in Harlem is coming to Detroit with its program for girls that focuses on education, skating and leadership.
Special Needs

Metropolitan Speech, Sensory & ABA Center is a One-Stop Play Spot

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Housed in the former building of My Urban Toddler in Saline, this space provides play and entertainment for all children.
Oh Mother

Breaking News: Dads Take Care of Their Own Children

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The New York Times ran a story detailing the struggles of fathers left to take care of their kids while their wives were away at the Women's March.
Advice

Are Superheroes Bad Role Models for Kids?

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New research indicates children who engage with superheroes are more likely to exhibit aggressive behavior.
Guides

Birmingham Restaurant Week

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Eat at some of the best downtown Birmingham restaurants for fixed prices, Jan. 30-Feb. 3 to Feb. 6-10, 2017.
Guides

Saline Winterfest in Downtown Saline

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The family-friendly event transforms downtown businesses into activity stations, Jan. 28, 2017.
Health

Interviewing a Pediatrician: Questions to Ask a New Pediatrician

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Need a little help when deciding which pediatrician is best for your child? Walk into your meet-and greet-appointment with questions in hand.
Oh Mother

Fashion-Designer Mom Demands Payment for Toddler’s ‘Ruined’ Shoes

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The English mother of two sent an invoice to another parent after her daughter returned from a play date with scuffed shoes.
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