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Bottle rockets, sparklers and more: Here are some fireworks safety tips for using customer-grade fireworks this Fourth of July and all summer long.
Explore the free-range parenting movement and how letting kids experience unstructured and unsupervised play can help foster a sense of independence.
Meet the 10 southeast Michigan cuties who will be gracing the cover of Metro Parent magazine during 2015-2016.
A child's bedroom is a place of comfort and a reflection of identity. Here, metro Detroit experts weigh in on why you should allow kids to decorate their space.
Discover 10 awesome activities to fill your family's summer vacation – then download our freebie for 90 more.
Got the itch to hike? This trail-packed Utah destination is your family's ticket. Start planning your family's vacation now.
A look at how Children's Hospital of Michigan's emergency medical care stands out.
Zits are no picnic, especially when the weather is awesome. Here's how to deal.
Why rubber mulch is the go-to material for extra safety around your child's backyard swing set.
Your kids can customize their very own bank to stash that summer cash. Get the tutorial here!