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How a Cat-Loving Senior’s Life Was Changed by an Adopted Shelter Dog

Cindy La Ferle -
After the loss of her mom, Cindy La Ferle found solace in an adopted shelter dog named Coco. Here, she tells that story.
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Advice

How to Brighten a Blue Christmas

Cindy La Ferle -
One mom talks about her experience with grief and sadness during the holidays. Plus, expert tips on how to put the cheer back in your celebrations.
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Senior Housing

Making the Call of Moving Mom to Assisted Living

Cindy La Ferle -
A Royal Oak mom reflects back on the difficult decision of moving mom to assisted living – and why it ultimately wound up being the right decision.
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Advice

A Lesson on Becoming a Grandma

Cindy La Ferle -
A Royal Oak grandmother-to-be reflects on what becoming a grandma means and what it takes to be the ideal, non-meddling grandparent.
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Advice

Spring Break for Mom: A Cherished Book Brings Peace

Cindy La Ferle -
A Royal Oak mom of a now-grown son reflects on reconnecting with Anne Morrow Lindbergh's book a Gift from the Sea during a 'spring break for mom' trip.
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Advice

The Pros and Cons of Exotic Pets for Kids

Kristen J. Gough -
Thinking of expanding your family with mice, snakes or geckos? A local pet store owner weighs in on the pros and cons of exotic pets; plus things for families to consider before purchasing.
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Guides

Ways to Celebrate Earth Day from Home

Christina Clark -
Earth Day is right around the corner. Take care of Mother Earth and celebrate Earth Day from home with one of these fun and green activities.
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Advice

How to Get Your Child to Sleep Without a Nightlight

Kristen J. Gough -
Is your child refusing to sleep in the dark? Two experts shed some light on how to get your child to sleep without a nightlight.
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Health

ASMR and Kids: What is It, and What are the Pros and Cons?

Rebecca Berger -
YouTube has exploded with videos of people whispering, rustling buttons and even eating pickles – all to elicit a calm feeling. Can ASMR and kids be a good mix?
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