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Kim Kovelle

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As a Metro Parent content manager, Kim Kovelle brings over 20 years of writing and editing experience. She has strong roots in community journalism and a knack for making complicated topics make more sense.

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Oh Mother

The Mom Tattoo Trend

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After having child No. 1, more mothers are opting to celebrate their kids in ink. Has parenthood inspired you to do the same?
Advice

Taking Flight with Mom Fran Wood

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Stressed out at Detroit Metro Airport? This New Boston mom and her Travelers Aid Society volunteers are here to help lost and confused passengers.
Oh Mother

Dad 'Punishes' Teen Daughter in Renaissance Sword Battle

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In a bizarre twist on corporal punishment, a Washington father, trained in Renaissance fighting, allegedly forced his kid into a two-hour fight.
Oh Mother

Moms Give Transgender Tween Son Hormone Blockers

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What would you do if your 11-year-old son truly felt he was a girl? These California parents have decided to delay puberty for a few years.
Oh Mother

See Ya in a Month, Baby: Postpartum Confinement Trend in East Asia

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Right after giving birth, some wealthy Asian moms hit the spa, relax - and stay separated from - their newborn babies for several weeks.
Oh Mother

Crotchless Panties for Sale at a Kids and Teen Store

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Colorado - and local - parents are outraged over 'kiddie lingerie' thongs that were marketed at teens in a new mall store.
Guides

The Wizard of Oz Children's Educational Exhibit

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There's no place like Dearborn, where the Henry Ford Museum hosts this just for kids special activity, here from Oct. 1, 2011 till Jan. 9, 2012.
Oh Mother

The Sweet Talkin' Ken Doll

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The Mattel doll gets way toned, Bieber hair - and a weird voice recorder that lets your kid make him say whatever she wants. Are you buying it?
Oh Mother

Boy, 7, Locked in Coffin as Punishment

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He's accused his mom and her boyfriend of the bizarre abuse, which allegedly happened in the basement of the couple's Pennsylvania home.
Things to Do

Pops on Parade: Meet Dad Steve Abood

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As the marketing guy behind America's Thanksgiving Parade and the Target Fireworks, this Clinton Township father of two makes magic his job!
Oh Mother

Drunk Dad Lets Daughter, Age 9, Drive Van

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A father from Brownstown, Michigan is in hot water after allegedly allowing his tween kid to take the wheel - and bragging about it on video.
Guides

Carving Turnips: A Halloween Craft Twist

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It's not all about the pumpkins. Families can also try this fun DIY alternative that dates back to an old-school European tradition.
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