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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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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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Parenting

Metro Parent’s Top Posts of the Week

Metro Parent Editorial -
MetroParent.com is loaded with great info for parents. Here, we've listed the best of the best posted this week for you to thumb through at your convenience.
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Coronavirus Help

18 Educational YouTube Channels for Kids

Hillary Bird -
YouTube isn’t all cat videos and ASMR, there’s plenty of educational YouTube Channels, too. Here are 18 of them that we recommend for your kids.
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You

Drop-in Workspaces in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Kari Zaffarano -
Tired of working from home? Need somewhere quite to get your work done? These drop-in workspaces in Southeast Michigan are perfect for you.
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Advice

Tips on Dealing with Other People’s Kids

Lynne Golodner -
It can be complicated. Their parents' rules or yours? Can you discipline them? And what about posting photos on Facebook? Here are some practical dos and don'ts to dealing with other people's kids.
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Advice

How to Organize Digital Photos

Mervit Sam -
Is your digital photo collection overflowing? Get it back in order with these tips on how to organize digital photos.
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Coronavirus Help

How to Celebrate Ramadan at Home with Kids

Metro Parent Editorial -
Looking for fun ways to celebrate Ramadan from home this year? Check out this list of virtual events and at-home activities geared toward the Muslim holiday.
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Toddlers

Toddler Body Rocking: What It Looks Like and How to Address It

Kari Zaffarano -
Notice your toddler body rocking? He or she isn't alone! Here's why 'body rocking' is typical in toddlers and what parents can do to address it.
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Tweens & Teens

Helping Teens That Are Adjusting to a New Sibling

Jessica Cohen -
Being parent to a later-in-life child can be tricky when you've already got older kids. Here's how to assist teens that are adjusting to a new sibling.
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Advice

Teaching Control to Your Overly Competitive Child

Shelby Stewart -
From aggression to self-imposed pressure, competitiveness can sometimes negatively affect kids. Work on teaching control to your overly competitive child.
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Family Fun Things to Do This Weekend in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Metro Parent Editorial -
Looking for some family fun virtual things to do while at home or as things open up? Check out our list of events and other things to do this weekend.
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Guides

Family Fun Things to Do At Home This Weekend in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Metro Parent Editorial -
Looking for some family fun virtual things to do while you're staying safely at home with your family? Check out our list of fun online virtual events happening this weekend — and any time!
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Advice

10 Examples of Patriotism That Parents Should Teach Their Kids

Megan Krueger -
What should American children know about our country, and how can parents instill patriotism for kids at their home? Teachers share these 10 examples of patriotism.
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Attractions

What’s Happening at Cedar Point in 2020?

Christina Clark -
Cedar Point has reopened for the 2020 season. Here's what you need to know about visiting the park this year.
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Toddlers

Toddler Getting Out of Bed Repeatedly? Here’s How to Stop It

Kari Zaffarano -
If you're a parent with the issue of a toddler getting out of bed repeatedly, you know the pain (and exhaustion). Learn what's going on and what to do.
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