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Advice

Parenting Lessons from Around the Globe

Kristen J. Gough -
American parenting is the great democracy. Ever stop to wonder, though, how our counterparts in other countries handle this whole kid-rearing thing? Read on for a bit of perspective – and, perhaps, inspiration.
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Health

Open-Water Drowning Risk for Kids is Rising

Stacey Winconek -
While pool drownings are dropping, accidents in natural bodies of water are not – and boys ages 15-19 are at highest risk. Here's how to keep all kids safe from open-water drowning this summer.
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Health

Rethinking Attitudes on Medication

Pam Houghton -
The opioid crisis proves that our attitudes on medication have dire consequences. Protecting our kids means showing them better ways to manage pain.
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Jessica Sweetman in a kitchen for Experience Cooking
Advice

Experience Cooking Introduces Kids to Cooking and Baking

Kari Zaffarano -
A Farmington Hills mom dishes about Experience Cooking, which offers from-scratch cooking classes for kids and adults.
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Sponsored Content

Meet Dr. Nicholas Moore of the DMC Medical Group

Jessica Schrader -
This sports medicine specialist is available for everyday needs and sports-specific guidance.
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Advice

‘Thriving Beyond Motherhood’ With Mother Honestly

Jessica Schrader -
How a local mom is bringing moms together for support through meetups, workshops and more.
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Sponsored Content

5 Major Risks and Common Injuries from Trampolines

Jessica Schrader -
One bad trampoline fall could land your child in the emergency room this summer, says a Children’s Hospital of Michigan pediatric orthopedic surgeon. Here’s what every parent should know about trampoline risks.
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Advice

Meet Up and Eat Up Gives Kids a Hunger-Free Summer

Sponsored Content -
Children receive free meals throughout the vacation months at free local sites in metro Detroit sponsored by the United Way for Southeastern Michigan.
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Advice

Build Healthy Mealtime Habits With Your Kids This Summer

Sponsored Content -
Get kids in a good food groove this vacation with these engaging tips and tricks from United Way for Southeastern Michigan.
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Health

2018 Mom-Approved Docs

Metro Parent Editorial Team -
Looking for a few good pediatric pros? Find just what the doctor ordered in Metro Parent’s annual roundup of top-notch docs, according to local moms and dads
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Attractions

Cedar Point Roller Coasters, Michigan’s Adventure and Six Flags Fun

Kristen J. Gough -
Does your family love the thrill of a roller coaster? It's time for your next roller coaster trip. Read on for details about spots in Michigan, Ohio and Illinois.
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Ethel and James Flinn Foundation

Mental Illness and Executive Functioning Skills

Jessica Schrader -
Deficits in 'executive functioning' commonly occur with mental health conditions in children. Find out how you can help bridge the gap.
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