Brianna Valleskey

School Issues

Best High Schools in Michigan? US News & World Report Weighs In

Brianna Valleskey - June 12, 2020

The International Academy of Macomb ranks No. 2 in the nation, the magazine says; learn how the schools were scored and which ones were dubbed both the best high schools in Michigan and the U.S.

Advice

Stay-at-Home Moms More Depressed, Angry and Sad, Study Says

Brianna Valleskey - February 3, 2020

Are stay-at-home moms more depressed than working moms? Underappreciation and isolation can contribute to why SAHMS feel emotionally worse off.

Giving Birth

Having Sex When You’re Pregnant

Brianna Valleskey - October 5, 2018

Should you? Of course! But there are a few things moms-to-be should keep in mind. Here's what you need to know to tackle sex when you're pregnant.

Health

Teen Car Surfing: Dangerous Stunts

Brianna Valleskey - July 15, 2013

What seems like summertime fun poses grave hazards, professionals warn. Here's a look at the risks, adolescent mindset and how parents can prevent tragedy.

Guides

Old St. Patrick Labor Day Festival in Ann Arbor

Brianna Valleskey - August 27, 2012

This annual Labor Day event has a petting zoo, bungee jumping, silent auction and live music Sept. 1-2, 2012, at Old St. Patrick's Catholic Church.

Oh Mother

Famous Pediatrician Accused of Waterboarding Daughter

Brianna Valleskey - August 15, 2012

Melvin Morse, brilliant researcher and former Oprah guest, allegedly performed this interrogation tactic on his tween. Dad says she's making it up.

Health

New Gene Linked to Infant Vision Loss, Researchers Say

Brianna Valleskey - August 13, 2012

Discovery helps understand Leber congenital amaurosis and provides a step toward sight-saving gene therapy for babies with severe eye problems.

Advice

Back to Basics Products to Simplify Your Life

Brianna Valleskey - July 31, 2012

Feeling stressed and frazzled, mom and dad? Put the brakes on the insanity with these everyday family items designed to make things easier.

Uncategorized

After the Colorado Movie Theater Shooting: Discussing Trauma with Kids – and Media Influence

Brianna Valleskey - July 25, 2012

How parents can help their children understand and cope with tragedies like the massacre. Also: Was the gunman, who called himself 'The Joker,' impacted by 'Batman'?

Oh Mother

Bad Parenting Choices: An Oh Mother Roundup

Brianna Valleskey - July 17, 2012

Drunk driving with the kids strapped to the car hood. Urging tykes to fight - and taping it. Letting a 5-year-old swim with sharks. Yep. They went there.

Guides