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How opening a college savings plan can help you afford your child’s college dreams and reduce your taxes.
Ranked as among the best in the nation, Children's Hospital's nephrology and urology departments offer unparalleled care in Michigan.
Forget big box stores. If you're in the market for a kids playset, swingset or backyard equipment, this is the place to go!
You won't just see exhibits at the Mi-Sci. Live shows truly bring science alive.
In our first story in a three-part series, we look at how the U.S. stacks up against other nations when caring for its children in cost, quality and safety.
For more than 70 years, parents have turned to Roeper to bring out the best in their gifted child. Here's a look at what the school has to offer and why it's the No. 1 school for gifted children in southeast Michigan.
Sure, their emotions run high, but so does their potential – if you know how to handle them. Learn more about raising a highly sensitive child.
Theater camp directors offer advice on what to look for in a program, what to expect and what kids are a good fit .
Wondering why your child keeps having accidents? Dr. Kristina Suson of Children's Hospital of Michigan shares the causes of – and solution to – bed-wetting.
Ditch the cold temperatures in southeast Michigan and slip away to Laguna Beach in California for a family retreat. Get some travel details here!
Kids Gotta Play's new Play It Forward program offers kids all-day play at its New Hudson location for a donation that goes to a local charity
Whether they are on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, here are some tips for discussing the topic of social media with kids.