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Advice

Sorry, Kids: Parents Do Pick Favorites, Survey Says

Jessica Schrader -
A recent survey by Boudreaux's Butt Paste found that parents do pick favorites among their kids – and That's just one of many outrageous claims it found.
Advice

The Protective Italian Mom and Wild Child Ferndale Dad

Greta Privitera -
European and American parenting cultures collide for this family living in Italy. Here, mom details some of the differences – and how they've struck a balance.
Oh Mother

10 Top Oh Mother Parenting Stories of 2019

Christina Clark -
From the sweet to the horrid to the downright nutty, we've rounded up the top 10 Oh Mother parenting stories that Metro Parent covered in 2019.
Advice

Pilgrim vs. Modern Parents: How Parenting Has Changed

Patrick Dutcher -
Raising kids today is rough, but how does it now stack up to families fresh off the Mayflower? We compare pilgrim vs. modern parents to find out.
Advice

10 Top Parenting Life Hacks to Save Your Sanity

Jessica Schrader -
These parenting life hacks will help you save time and trouble as a parent.
Advice

Financial Compatibility Test for Couples

Kristen J. Gough -
Take our five-question financial compatibility test for couples to see whether mom and dad are a solid money match – or if some budgeting is in order.
Advice

Stay-at-Home Mom Meme

Debbie Pecis -
Remember Facebook's 'What My Friends Think I Do' picture descriptions? One metro Detroit mom takes on the task of breaking down the stay-at-home mom meme.
Tutors + Classes

Workshops and Educational Resources for Parents in Detroit

Metro Parent Editorial Team -
Searching for a educational resources for parents in Detroit? Here are some options that offer college prep, tutoring, parenting workshops and more.
Special Needs

Resources for Children With Special Needs in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Metro Parent Editorial Team -
If you're a parent seeking resources for children with special needs, you'll find various services in southeast Michigan in our guide.
Advice

Should Parents Tell Kids About Their Past?

Lynne Meredith Golodner -
How much should you reveal about your partying or promiscuous pasts? Depends on what kids ask, in part. Get insights here on where to draw the lines.
Advice

Parenting Skills Brush-Up Advice: Six Simple Steps to Start

Wensdy Von Buskirk -
Feeling rusty? Even great parents need a little recalibration. Get insight from a lead parent coach to help any mom or dad get back on track.
Advice

Should Kids Have Chores?

Jackie Castle -
Fed up with nagging and pleading your kids to pitch in around the house? Here's why kids should have chores and how to get your kids to do them, too.
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