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My Obsession: Our April Favorites

Metro Parent Editorial Team -
Tegu magnetic blocks, a travel high chair and more of our favorite things this month.
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Detroit Schools Event Focuses on Foreign Language Classes for Kids

Carly Adams -
Detroit Public Schools Community District held a world language workshop for local parents on Thursday, April 13, 2017.
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Indoors

Strawesome Glass Straws for Greener Sipping

Amanda Rahn -
A Milford mom of two created this company that features eco-friendly straws of all sizes.
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Sensitive Stomach or Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

Jessica Schrader -
A top pediatric gastroenterologist from Children's Hospital of Michigan shares the symptoms of IBS and what parents should know.
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Guides

The Old Adage: Brother-Sister Harmony

Amanda Rahn -
These up-and-coming local musicians (who happen to be siblings!) create indie-pop out of their old family home in Monroe County.
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Tutors + Classes

Mermaid Finswimming Fun at World of Swimming

Aleanna Siacon -
Kids – and adults – can enjoy these lessons and camps at this Whitmore Lake spot. Learn more about the offerings here.
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Sponsored Content

5 Reasons You Should Choose a Doctor Close to Work

Jessica Schrader -
Better work-life balance and more timely care are among the benefits, according to a local DMC Medical Group physician.
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Advice

A Case for Shared Parenting After Divorce

Stacey Winconek -
Kids of divorced parents had better relationships with mom and dad when they had equal – or close to equal – time with each parent, a new study finds.
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Ethel and James Flinn Foundation

Tried-and-True Methods to Battle Depression

Jessica Schrader -
Find out what treatment options are considered most effective when dealing with this prevalent mental illness.
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Advice

Benefits of Laughing, Massive Chocolate Easter Egg and More Tidbits

Amanda Rahn -
Some stats in honor of National Humor Month, Sleep Awareness Week and more this April.
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Parenting

Cats and Cookies

Julia Elliott -
It was meant to be. As I was settling down to write this letter focusing on this month's cover story about the importance of simple joys, one of my own simple joys climbed onto my chest, curled up and fell asleep in my arms. I call this little joy...
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