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Losing a Spouse: Moving Forward as an Only Parent

Jacquie Goetz Bluethmann - September 27, 2017

After losing a spouse, how do you grieve for yourself, comfort your kids, make ends meet – and imagine a day when you won't feel so alone?

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Raising Kids That Understand the Importance of Taking Risks

Wensdy Von Buskirk - July 21, 2017

Parents want to protect their kids from failing or getting hurt, but that's impossible. Here's why taking risks is important and how you can help your child learn.

Kids and Seasonal Allergies: What Parents Should Know

Jessica Schrader - May 31, 2017

Is it a cold or allergies? Which medications are best for children? Dr. Amy Marks with Beaumont Children’s shares tips for parents.

Advice

Top 10 Green Goofs: Is Your Family Making Eco Mistakes?

Kristen J. Gough - April 14, 2017

From pizza boxes to tips on light bulbs, plastic, compost and weatherizing your home, discover slip-ups you and the kids can fix!

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What Kids Can Learn from Selling Girl Scout Cookies

Maribeth Kuzmeski - March 2, 2017

Your daughter can learn a ton of valuable leadership skills if you help her take the lead herself! Discover the little lessons those tasty treats contain.

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Sharing Responsibilities: How to Find a Balance at Home

Kristen J. Gough - March 2, 2017

For some families, the 'go-to mom' and 'less-involved dad' model is outdated. They're striking a balance, so one isn't carrying so much of the load.

Advice

Helping Big Kids Avoid the Entitlement Trap

Malia Jacobson - November 29, 2016

Tips and steps parents can take to curb self-interest and help nurture and raise responsible children in a culture obsessed with having its way.

Oh Mother

Prom for Preschoolers?

Shelby Stewart - June 30, 2016

Yes, prom for preschool grads has really become a trend – and it's one we can't get behind.

Special Needs

How Retreats Help Parents of Special Needs Kids

Jennifer Lovy - March 25, 2016

One local mom shares how attending retreats for moms of special needs kids has helped her de-stress and recharge.

Advice

Nurturing Compassion in Kids: What Parents Can Do

Michele Ranard - February 19, 2016

Wondering how you can cultivate a caring, content nature in your children? These six steps, filled with helpful tips and insight, show you how.

Advice

The Pros and Cons of Raising Children in Detroit

Amy Kuras - September 28, 2015

What is it like to raise a family in the city? One local mom shares the pros and cons – and why it's so worth it in the end.

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Putting the ‘Fun’ Back in Parenting

Wensdy Von Buskirk - February 23, 2015

Studies say parenting is a drag. Metro Parent talked to Jennifer Senior, author of 'All Joy and No Fun: The Paradox of Modern Parenthood,' about changing that.

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Earth Day Events in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Metro Parent Editorial - April 21, 2021

Celebrate Mother Earth on April 22, 2021, at one of these eco-friendly Earth Day events in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties.

Coronavirus Help

Freebies for Vaccinated People in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Amanda Rahn - April 21, 2021

These spots offering free items or discounts to people who can prove they have been vaccinated against COVID-19.

Autism Alliance of Michigan

What Every Parent Should Know About Developmental Delays

Claire Charlton - April 20, 2021

You have a new baby in your life. But how will you know if your child is developing normally? An expert from the Autism Alliance of Michigan offers some insight.

Coronavirus Help

MSU Research Reports Sagging Areas in Pandemic Teaching

Metro Parent Editorial - April 19, 2021

A survey from Michigan State University’s Education Policy Innovation Collaborative found teachers are struggling to find students and maintain attendance during virtual school.

Attractions

Michigan Science Center Welcomes New Earth. Wind. Weather. Exhibit

Christina Clark - April 19, 2021

Detroit's science hub is set to teach kids the wonders of our planet's weather systems with its latest exhibit.

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A Must Try Recipe

Earth Day Events in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Freebies for Vaccinated People in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

What Every Parent Should Know About Developmental Delays

MSU Research Reports Sagging Areas in Pandemic Teaching

Michigan Science Center Welcomes New Earth. Wind. Weather. Exhibit

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