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Guides

Detroit Lions Birthday Party Extravaganza

Kim Kovelle -
This Detroit Lions birthday party celebration for a local 10-year-old was a touchdown success, complete with a first-time trip to Ford Field.
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Guides

Dads Launch Urban Air Adventure Park Sterling Heights

Amanda Rahn -
Adventure awaits at the new Urban Air Adventure Park in Sterling Heights. Get the details on this new family fun spot by the local dads who opened it.
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At Home

Christmas Cookie Overload

Julia Elliott -
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief-talks the number of cookies she makes every holiday season and explains how they inspired this month's cover story.
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Guides

Facts About Ice Crystals, the New Year’s Eve Ball, Fruitcake and More

Kim Kovelle -
Want some fun winter facts to impress your friends? We've got you covered with the number of ice crystals that fall from the sky, the year of the first NYE ball drop and more.
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Travel

3 Amazing Frozen Waterfalls in Michigan

Kristen J. Gough -
Want to experience the beauty of our mitten from a whole new point-of-view? Check out one of these a frozen waterfalls in Michigan – from Ann Arbor to the U.P.
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Family health & wellness

Keep Kids Healthy This Holiday Season

Stacey Winconek -
Dr. Neethi Patel from Shelby Pediatric Associates and Child Lung Center discusses the importance of getting a flu shot to keep your family healthy.
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Special Needs

Early Autism Diagnosis: What You Should Know

Stacey Winconek -
How do you ensure a child gets the right testing? The experts at Blossom Behavioral Wellness Center in Novi offer help in getting started.
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Why Kids Pick Their Skin, Pull Their Hair

Jessica Schrader -
These common habits can point to bigger problems. A local expert explains what parents need to know about skin-picking and hair-pulling.
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Special Needs

Autism Spectrum Disorder and the Holidays

Jacquie Goetz Bluethmann -
Frank Pinkham, MSW, BCBA, Director of Adolescent Services at Gateway Pediatric Therapy offers tips for navigating social situations at family gatherings.
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At Home

Krisp Kringles Cookie Recipe

Julia Elliott -
Does your kid love Rice Krispies Treats? Then they'll go nuts over 'Krisp' Kringles, which combines the crunch of Krispies with the smooth flavor of drop cookies.
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At Home

Dream Bars Cookie Recipe

Julia Elliott -
Coconuts, nuts and custard combine to create these unique cookie dream bars. Try them at your next cookie exchange to kick Christmas into high gear.
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At Home

Holiday M&M Drop Cookies

Julia Elliott -
When it comes to Christmas, chocolate chip cookies just don't cut it but these holiday M&M drop cookies offer a similar flavor with more holiday flair.
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