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I had to take another kid off to college this weekend. It doesnโt get any easier
Read full article: I had to take another kid off to college this weekend. It doesnโt get any easierI had to take another one of my kids off to college over the weekend. Turns out it doesn't get any easier the second time around.
Caregivers told to stop using several brands of baby loungers after 5 infants die: What to know
Read full article: Caregivers told to stop using several brands of baby loungers after 5 infants die: What to knowParents and caregivers are being told to stop using several brands of baby loungers after five infants died.
Stranger danger: How to help your child understand age-appropriate strategies
Read full article: Stranger danger: How to help your child understand age-appropriate strategiesParents know itโs impossible to have constant supervision over kids, which is why itโs essential to learn the best strategies to teach them about self-protection.
Costume parade returns to Ann Arborโs Main Street for trick-or-treating
Read full article: Costume parade returns to Ann Arborโs Main Street for trick-or-treatingGoblins, ghosts, ghouls and trolls will make their way along Main Street on Sunday, Oct. 29, during the annual Downtown Trick-or-Treating & Costume Parade.
Do kids in Metro Detroit schools have enough time to eat lunch? Hereโs what our survey found
Read full article: Do kids in Metro Detroit schools have enough time to eat lunch? Hereโs what our survey foundAll Michigan public school students have access to free breakfast and lunch, but do they have enough time to actually eat those meals?
4 Ideas on how to beat the boredom with your kids this summer
Read full article: 4 Ideas on how to beat the boredom with your kids this summerWeโre in the thick of summer and the excitement of being done with the school year may have worn off. Now kids are approaching the โboredomโ phase of their time off, so what can we do to keep them entertained at home and beyond? We spoke with Kerry Doman, the Founder of Little Guide Detroit to get her tips for a fun summer break.
Henry Fordโs Jackson breast milk bank is looking for donors: Hereโs how to apply
Read full article: Henry Fordโs Jackson breast milk bank is looking for donors: Hereโs how to applyThe Henry Ford breast milk donor bank in Jackson has received accreditation and is accepting applications from human milk donors.
SisterFriends Detroit connects people with programs, resources to help new mothers thrive
Read full article: SisterFriends Detroit connects people with programs, resources to help new mothers thriveThe SisterFriends Detroit program helps connect people with programs and resources to help new mothers and their babies thrive.
Pediatric psychologist claims screen time not effective for calming emotions during tantrums
Read full article: Pediatric psychologist claims screen time not effective for calming emotions during tantrumsIf youโve ever given your child a screen to help stop a tantrum, you may want to think twice about continuing that habit in the future.
Study finds most exposures to marijuana edibles in young children happen at home
Read full article: Study finds most exposures to marijuana edibles in young children happen at homeThe study found that calls to poison control centers about children younger than six consuming edibles containing THC rose by 1,375% between 2017 to 2021.
Why itโs so important to have your childโs car seat inspected by a professional
Read full article: Why itโs so important to have your childโs car seat inspected by a professionalInstalling child and infant car seats can be challenging for parents, yet proper installation can be a lifesaving measure.
Jason Colthorp: How car seats protected my girls when our SUV slid on black ice, rolled 3 times
Read full article: Jason Colthorp: How car seats protected my girls when our SUV slid on black ice, rolled 3 timesAnyone whoโs lost control while driving in wintry weather in Michigan knows that feeling. That stomach-drop feeling that usually accompanies most rides at Cedar Point.
Karen Drew: I said I was never going to become one of โthose moms,โ but look at me now
Read full article: Karen Drew: I said I was never going to become one of โthose moms,โ but look at me nowWhen I was in my 20s, I saw those โsoccer momsโ at the park and I heard their (in my opinion) horrific stories about travel soccer.
Cracking the emoji drug code: How teens are using emojis to buy and deal drugs
Read full article: Cracking the emoji drug code: How teens are using emojis to buy and deal drugsA mother is bringing attention to how emojis can be used as a secret code to purchase and sell drugs after she lost her son to a drug overdose.
How many children in your community have elevated blood lead levels?
Read full article: How many children in your community have elevated blood lead levels?Michigan has made blood lead data for children in the state with elevated blood lead levels (3.5 ยตg/dL and higher) available online through MiTracking.
DEA warns parents about โRainbow fentanylโ as officials seized 10M fake pills nationwide
Read full article: DEA warns parents about โRainbow fentanylโ as officials seized 10M fake pills nationwideThe DEA is warning parents about drugs like โRainbow fentanyl,โ which has been trending nationwide.
Blue LLama Jazz Club to host October benefit dinner for local youth and families
Read full article: Blue LLama Jazz Club to host October benefit dinner for local youth and familiesThe Ann Arbor jazz club is hosting a benefit event for Mentor2Youth (M2Y), an area nonprofit that helps empower participants through mentorship and positive habits.
Metro Detroit pediatricians share their illness predictions for school-age kids this fall
Read full article: Metro Detroit pediatricians share their illness predictions for school-age kids this fallWe asked local pediatricians to share the illnesses theyโre expecting to see increase in school-age children this fall, which ones theyโre most concerned about, and what advice they have for parents.
Volunteer with Ann Arborโs GIVE365 at a spooktackular event on the Huron River
Read full article: Volunteer with Ann Arborโs GIVE365 at a spooktackular event on the Huron RiverEvery year, area residents are invited to paddle around Ann Arborโs Gallup Park pond to play games and collect candy from themed stations.
Local mom is featured in new documentary about motherhood
Read full article: Local mom is featured in new documentary about motherhoodIf thereโs one thing working moms know, itโs that life isnโt fair sometimes, managing the job and the home can take an emotional toll and a new documentary aims to show how it impacts women, families, and society at large.
FDA warns caregivers not to use neck floats after baby dies, another hospitalized
Read full article: FDA warns caregivers not to use neck floats after baby dies, another hospitalizedThe FDA is warning parents, caregivers and healthcare providers not to use neck floats with babies for water therapy because they can lead to injury or death.
What to do if your child is missing; National Missing Childrenโs Day shines light on child safety
Read full article: What to do if your child is missing; National Missing Childrenโs Day shines light on child safetyToday is National Missing Childrenโs Day, a day dedicated to encouraging parents, guardians and caregivers to make child safety a priority.
Safe Sleep for Babies Act makes it illegal to sell padded bumper pads, inclined sleepers for infants
Read full article: Safe Sleep for Babies Act makes it illegal to sell padded bumper pads, inclined sleepers for infantsThe Safe Sleep for Babies Act became law last week and is meant to improve efforts to make sure infants sleep in a safe environment.
What questions do you have about the baby formula shortage?
Read full article: What questions do you have about the baby formula shortage?The head of the Food and Drug Administration is facing congressional lawmakers for the first time over the national shortage of baby formula, the Associated Press reported Thursday.
What do moms really want for Motherโs Day? Hereโs what you told us
Read full article: What do moms really want for Motherโs Day? Hereโs what you told usWith Motherโs Day quickly approaching, you might be scrambling for a gift idea: And we all know the usuals. Flowers, gift cards, maybe a cute purse or a trip to her local nail salon.
15 simple ways new dads can help new moms
Read full article: 15 simple ways new dads can help new momsWhether your family just welcomed a baby, or your partner is about to give birth, it's safe to say that it's a really exciting time for everyone involved. Infants are snuggly and sweet, they have that classic new-baby scent and bringing home your first child is definitely a little surreal, in a good way!
Quiz: How well do you know these historic moms?
Read full article: Quiz: How well do you know these historic moms?When it comes to Motherโs Day, it makes sense that you might think about your own mom -- or the maternal figure in your life, whether thatโs an aunt, grandma, or any special woman who has made a difference for you, personally.
Chicago with the kids: 5 ways to make it a perfect trip to the Windy City
Read full article: Chicago with the kids: 5 ways to make it a perfect trip to the Windy CityWhether youโre just a road trip away from Chicago, you go there on business every so often, or youโd love to visit someday, itโs truly a fantastic city, with so much to offer.
Psychologist parents highlight importance of raising culturally aware children
Read full article: Psychologist parents highlight importance of raising culturally aware childrenIn an environment that is so culturally diverse, two parents who have PHDs in counseling psychology are highlighting the importance of raising culturally aware children.
DEI: Helping parents explain diversity, equity, inclusion to their children
Read full article: DEI: Helping parents explain diversity, equity, inclusion to their childrenPracticing diversity, equity and inclusion -- or DEI -- has become commonplace for many people and industries across the U.S. as society responds to increasingly public outcries against racism.
How birth of daughter helped Clarkson woman heal from delivery of twins early in COVID pandemic
Read full article: How birth of daughter helped Clarkson woman heal from delivery of twins early in COVID pandemicA growing family from Clarkston has really been through the wringer during the COVID pandemic.
Research: 1 in 3 new mothers during early COVID experienced postpartum depression
Read full article: Research: 1 in 3 new mothers during early COVID experienced postpartum depressionOne in three new mothers during early COVID had postpartum depression, according to University of Michigan researchers.
Michigan to expand support for LGBTQ+ families who want to foster or adopt children in need
Read full article: Michigan to expand support for LGBTQ+ families who want to foster or adopt children in needThe Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said it is committed to ensuring LGBTQ+ families feel welcome and valued as foster and adoptive parents.
Siri Daly shares her best advice for cooking with kids, dealing with picky eaters
Read full article: Siri Daly shares her best advice for cooking with kids, dealing with picky eatersSiri Daly has her own cookbook, a food blog, and regularly appears on the Today Show to share her recipes, often with husband Carson Daly by her side. But sheโs also a mom who has dealt with her fair share of picky eaters.
๐ Karen Drew: A viewer noticed my mismatched earrings on the air. It was a beautiful mistake
Read full article: ๐ Karen Drew: A viewer noticed my mismatched earrings on the air. It was a beautiful mistakeWho would have thought that wearing two mismatched earrings would cause so much conversation -- and lift my self-esteem, as well!
5 fun, tried-and-true things you should absolutely do with your kids this holiday season
Read full article: 5 fun, tried-and-true things you should absolutely do with your kids this holiday seasonAs an adult, by my late 20s, I started to feel a little bit โmehโ about Christmas. Sure, it was a nice time of year, and I enjoyed seeing my family when I could, but I didnโt really understand the appeal of decorating, baking or most holiday-themed events. All of that changed, however, once I got into my 30s and had kids.
How to talk to your children about the Oxford High School shooting, other threats
Read full article: How to talk to your children about the Oxford High School shooting, other threatsItโs a question being asked by many parents: What are we supposed to tell our kids about the Oxford High School shooting?
National poll shows 4 in 5 parents think children arenโt as thankful as they should be
Read full article: National poll shows 4 in 5 parents think children arenโt as thankful as they should beAs weโre all getting ready to gather around the dinner table Thursday to give thanks and reflect on our blessings, parents say children right now just arenโt as thankful as they ought to be.
Millions of parents use this app to keep their childrenโs phone usage safe and itโs on sale at a Black Friday price
Read full article: Millions of parents use this app to keep their childrenโs phone usage safe and itโs on sale at a Black Friday priceThe mSpy Mobile Phone Tracker is a great and safe way for parents to monitor their child's smartphone activities and right now you can take advantage of this Pre-Black Friday price drop and get a lifetime subscription to the app for only $99.99.
We asked you to tell us about your pandemic pregnancies. Your responses are heart-wrenching, haunting and touching.
Read full article: We asked you to tell us about your pandemic pregnancies. Your responses are heart-wrenching, haunting and touching.Last summer, we asked: โAre you or your partner pregnant -- or have you delivered in the past few months?โ ... โWe want to hear from you.โ
Ann Arbor animal shelter launches storytime for children with autism
Read full article: Ann Arbor animal shelter launches storytime for children with autismThe nonprofit organization has retooled its Little Paws Story Time events to be more comfortable for those considered neurodivergent or on the autism spectrum.
Bernieโs blog: If kids are your investment, grandkids are your dividends
Read full article: Bernieโs blog: If kids are your investment, grandkids are your dividendsThe football season can be a tumultuous time for everyone. The long summer has come to a close and you know that cold weather is right around the corner. So we comfort ourselves with the football season.
13 childrenโs books my family is obsessed with at the moment
Read full article: 13 childrenโs books my family is obsessed with at the momentIโm not always the best โget on the floor and playโ kind of mom, but any time one of my kids wants to bring me a book, Iโll drop what Iโm doing in favor of some cuddles and reading time.
Unvaccinated children head back to classrooms: Tips to help boost their immune system against delta COVID variant
Read full article: Unvaccinated children head back to classrooms: Tips to help boost their immune system against delta COVID variantFor many parents, the biggest concern has been how to protect children under 12 who cannot yet receive the COVID-19 vaccine and whether or not they can bring the virus home from school.
Unvaccinated children head back to classrooms: Tips to help boost their immune system against delta COVID variant
Read full article: Unvaccinated children head back to classrooms: Tips to help boost their immune system against delta COVID variantFor many parents, the biggest concern has been how to protect children under 12 who cannot yet receive the COVID-19 vaccine and whether or not they can bring the virus home from school.
U-M: Families worried about more pandemic disruptions heading into new school year
Read full article: U-M: Families worried about more pandemic disruptions heading into new school yearA new poll by the University of Michigan reveals what parents around the country are worried about heading into the 2021-2022 school year.
10 incredibly easy weekday meals you can make in the Instant Pot
Read full article: 10 incredibly easy weekday meals you can make in the Instant PotGetting dinner on the table at a reasonable hour can be a challenge, but those who have Instant Pots know that dinner can be done in 30 minutes or less with this trendy cooking machine.