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Advice

A New Kind of Gratitude During COVID-19

Julia Elliott -
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief talks the coronavirus lockdowns and how she feels grateful for all she has, despite the current hardships.
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Health

The Best Laid Plans: Coronavirus and Metro Parent

Julia Elliott -
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief discusses how and why even the best laid plans fell through this April along with some of the COVID-19 resources available at MetroParent.com.
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Advice

Living With Intent: A Spring Cleaning for the Soul

Julia Elliott -
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief reflects on the loss of a member of the MP family, how important it is to be living with intent and how to do that this spring.
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Parenting

Out With the Old: How Education Changes Over Time

Julia Elliott -
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief talks about how she used to learn, how other generations learn and how education changes over time.
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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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Advice

Sweet Success: A Lesson in Being Happy for Others

Julia Elliott -
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief discusses a time in which she was jealous of a friend's success and how a teacher taught her a valuable lesson on being happy for others.
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Guides

A Halloween Plea: Why Kids Should Still Head Out on Oct. 31

Julia Elliott -
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief reminisces of past Halloween traditions and gives a desperate Halloween plea to put the trick-or-treating back in the holiday.
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Parenting

Nature Experiences in School Sow the Seeds of Learning

Julia Elliott -
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief discusses the nature experiences she had in elementary school and why similar hands-on learning could benefit kids today.
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Parenting

The Wonder Years vs. Testy Toddlers: A Love-Hate Relationship

Julia Elliott -
Metro Parent’s Editor-in-chief discusses why she feels that the toddler years are magical and also how this developmental stage can also be tough on parents.
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Parenting

In Search of the Little House on the Prairie Life

Julia Elliott -
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief talks Little House on the Prairie life, why she wanted it as a kid and how living a simple life can benefit families.
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Parenting

Kids and Corsages: Why School Dances Still Matter for Kids Today

Julia Elliott -
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief discusses why school dances still matter for kids, despite how parents might feel about them.
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Health

Heart vs. Head: Reflecting on Childhood Anxiety

Julia Elliott -
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief reflects on the childhood anxiety she dealt with and how it relates to part one of our Kids Mental Health series.
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Guides

Letterboxing in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor for Families

Jessica Schrader -
Here's everything you need to know to get started on this unique, kid-friendly pastime. Plus, check the roundup for a few spots for letterboxing for kids.
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Advice

The Pros and Cons of Exotic Pets for Kids

Kristen J. Gough -
Thinking of expanding your family with mice, snakes or geckos? A local pet store owner weighs in on the pros and cons of exotic pets; plus things for families to consider before purchasing.
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Guides

Ways to Celebrate Earth Day from Home

Christina Clark -
Earth Day is right around the corner. Take care of Mother Earth and celebrate Earth Day from home with one of these fun and green activities.
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Advice

How to Get Your Child to Sleep Without a Nightlight

Kristen J. Gough -
Is your child refusing to sleep in the dark? Two experts shed some light on how to get your child to sleep without a nightlight.
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Health

ASMR and Kids: What is It, and What are the Pros and Cons?

Rebecca Berger -
YouTube has exploded with videos of people whispering, rustling buttons and even eating pickles – all to elicit a calm feeling. Can ASMR and kids be a good mix?
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