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Why Perfectionism in Girls is so Pervasive and How to Change It

Kristen J. Gough -
Perfectionism is ramping up among all kids, but girls seem to fall deeper into the pit. Here's why our daughters are wracked with self-criticism — and what we can do.
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SMART Bus Helps Local Woman on Road to Motherhood

Stacey Winconek -
This West Bloomfield resident rode SMART's FAST bus from her fertility specialist to work each day.
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Private Schools

Should More Schools Implement Restorative Justice?

Christina Clark -
This disciplinary practice helps students understand the consequences of their actions. Here Roeper Middle School Director, Brian Corley, delves deeper into it and explains how it benefits his students.
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Indoors

Kidcadia Play Café in Dearborn is a Whimsical Escape

Amanda Rahn -
Treat the kids to three levels of obstacle and ropes courses, slides and other fun features at Dearborn's new Kidcadia Play Café.
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Advice

The Back-to-School Item That Should Be On Every Parent’s List

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The new school year is the perfect time to think about your child's college future. Let the Michigan Education Trust help your family prepare for higher education.
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Advice

Tips for Better Breakfasts for Kids From Metro Detroit Parent Chefs

Rebecca Berger -
Blend nutrition and taste to create some better breakfasts for kids during the school year. Chefs from metro Detroit brunch hotspots have some advice to help.
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Health

Breaking Free From FOMO in Families

Emily Genoff -
Whether it's our social feeds or stressing over catching every single soccer match, FOMO in families, or fear of missing out, is rampant. Here's how to tame it.
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School Issues

‘Invisible Dad’ Funds School Lunches for Kids in Need

Jessica Schrader -
A local father launched a project that now supports the entire Walled Lake school district. Learn how Invisible Dad works, and how you can do it, too.
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Health

Being Around Livestock Increases Kids’ Immunity

Stacey Winconek -
Rural Amish kids who have been exposed to barnyard critters have stronger immune systems than children who aren't. Can suburban kids can benefit, too?
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Advice

Broadening Kids’ ‘Narrow Minds’ in Early Elementary School

Rebecca Berger -
If your child is in first or second grade, chances are you've heard 'absolute' statements. Here's how to get kids' narrow minds to open up.
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Advice

Crayola Color Bath Dropz for Toilet Training and Other Great Hacks

Metro Parent Editorial Team -
Four local moms spill their favorite parenting hacks including Crayola Color Bath Dropz for toilet training, a spare towel secret and more.
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Outdoors

3 Awesome Apple Orchards in Michigan, Indiana and Georgia

Kristen J. Gough -
There's no better way to celebrate fall than with a trip to an apple orchard and these sweet apple orchards in Michigan and beyond are family pleasers.
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