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Are You Driving One of the ‘Most Dependable’ Vehicles?

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Find out which vehicles made the cut, according to rankings from J.D. Power – and if they'd make your cut for a family car.
Guides

These 10 Disney Songs are Pure Magic

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Kids (and their parents, it seems) just can’t get enough of these all-time hits. Find out which classic tunes made the top 10 list of the most popular Disney songs.
Advice

6 Ways to Stick to Your ‘No’ As a Parent

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Don't let the begging get to you; follow these tips to help you stand firm in your decisions and stick to your 'no' as a parent.
Indoors

Meet the 25 Brands Gen Z Loves Most

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Google, YouTube and Amazon make the list. Are these 25 brands the ones you'd expect? Discover the brands Gen Z loves most – specifically ages 18-21.
Advice

Here’s How Kids Are Bullying With Google Docs

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Parents are left baffled by this unexpected app children are using to tease classmates. Discover why kids are bullying with Google Docs.
Advice

When Can Kids Cross the Street Solo? Study Says 14 Years

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In terms of perception and motor skills, they're not ready to cross busy roads till high school. Can kids cross the street earlier than that, in your opinion?
Advice

Tips to Work From Home With Kids (and Not Go Insane)

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Work at home? Get prepared for the next snow day with 12 smart tips from a Michigan mom of two who's a seasoned pro at juggling kids and work.
Tweens & Teens

How to Become a Potted Plant Parent for Your Tween or Teen

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A new study shows teens need their parents around more than they might let on, so how can you be there without overdoing it? Check out these tips on being a "potted plant" parent.
Advice

Why Your Kids Need Boy-Girl Relationships

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Opposite-sex friendships are more important than you may think. Here's why boy-girl relationships are healthy and have plenty of benefits for kids later.
Advice

CARE of Southeastern Michigan Parenting Conference in Clinton Township

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The 25th annual CARE of Southeastern Michigan Parenting Conference returns to Clinton Township on March 7, 2020, with workshops and presentations for parents and caregivers.
Advice

Why You Should Have a Family Code Word With Your Kids

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Do you have a family code word? It's something only you and your children know – and it could help save your child from an abduction.
Ethel and James Flinn Foundation

Puberty and Mental Health: Is Teen Moodiness Normal?

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How parents can tell the difference between puberty-related emotional changes and a mental health condition.
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