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Swearing in front of your child
Advice

Swearing in Front of Your Child Isn’t So Bad After All

Stacey Winconek -
Drop an 'f' bomb or scream 's---!' when you step on a Lego in the living room? Cut yourself some slack for occasionally swearing in front of your child.
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The Hospital Music Man Bob Huffman
Advice

The Hospital Music Man Bob Huffman

Jacquie Goetz Bluethmann -
For hospitalized kids and grown-ups with a variety of illnesses, music therapist Bob Huffman's soothing guitar and voice is a dose of musical medicine.
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Indoors

Holiday Gifts Inspired by Metro Detroit

Kim Kovelle -
Scratch those sugarplums, kid. Our hometown is known for horsepower, spirit and creative grit. Our Holiday 'It' List takes its cue from some local icons.
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Holiday Lights in Michigan, Ohio and Missouri
Travel

Holiday Lights in Michigan, Ohio and Missouri

Kristen J. Gough -
Catch these fantastic displays close to home and on the road to celebrate the season.
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Advice

Why You Should Not Pay Your Kids an Allowance

Rebecca Thomas -
Harrison Township mom of three Rebecca Thomas says kids should help in the household without compensation.
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Advice

Why You Should Pay Your Kids an Allowance

Rebecca Kavanagh -
Farmington Hills mom of two Rebecca Kavanagh says it teaches them crucial money-management skills.
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Indoors

My Obsession: Things We Love This Month

Metro Parent Editorial Team -
One local parent and some of Metro Parent's very own writers share their favorite things with readers.
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Sponsored Content

Sore Throat vs. Strep Throat: What's the Difference?

Megan Krueger -
When your kid is complaining of a sore throat, would you know if they have allergies, stuffy nose, a viral bug – or strep throat?
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Sponsored Content

3 New Year’s Resolutions to Protect Your Family

Jessica Schrader -
Experts at Michigan Term explain why reviewing your insurance needs could be the most important resolution you make this year.
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At Home

Ornament Cheese Ball Recipe

Michelle Buffardi / Houghton Mifflin Harcourt -
The festive flavors of cranberry, goat cheese and rosemary collide in this fun recipe from the Great Balls of Cheese recipe book.
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Advice

Why Kids Get Unruly Around the Holidays

Shelby Stewart -
Does your child start to act like they belong on the naughty list during the holidays? Here's why – and what to do about it.
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Health

Keeping Stress in Check During the Holidays

Christina Clark -
Things can get hectic this time of year. A local expert offers tips for keeping it chill this season – and beyond.
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