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Hurricane Sandy: Talking to Kids About Natural Disasters

In the wake of the punishing east coast storm, many southeast Michigan kids have questions and concerns. Here are nine ways parents can effectively approach the topic.

Parents of Athletes Get in Violent Altercations at Kids' Sports Games

From college football mom Lawanda Ann Alford's outburst to dads punching each other at peewee baseball games, some parents are throwing insults and fists.

New Study Finds 'Mom Gene' It Claims Enables Good Parenting Skills

Genetic discovery in mice may explain why some parents may or may not have a strong urge to raise kids. How does this affect parenting?

Dad Publicly Shames Toddler Daughter for Pooping in the Shower on Reddit

Father claims he was just making light of a messy situation - but plenty of parents think this latest web humiliation of a kid is a load of, well, you know.

Go Comedy! Improv Theater Producer is Dad PJ Jacokes

This metro Detroit funnyman has a passion for humor on the fly, both on-stage as a professional and behind the scenes as a parent.

How to Foster Independence in Kids

It's tempting for parents to jump in and 'do' or 'fix.' But that won't help kids build confidence or self-reliance. Here are six tips to help your kids fly solo. Baby steps!

How to Win Back Power from Too Clever Kids

Child too smart for his or her own good? Parents can take back the reins by being equally wise with these seven tips.

Proud Parents Jason and Rebecca Bolton of Ypsilanti

While expecting their second child, this southeast Michigan couple embarked on a unique photo journal journey. Check out their creative use of fruits and veggies!

Mom Bridget Mary McCormack Lays Down the Law

This Ann Arbor lady is super busy running - as a lawyer and professor, after her four teens, and for the Michigan State Supreme Court. Whew!

Metro Parent September 2012 Cover Outtakes

Get ready for back-to-school with some kick-butt fashions, modeled by CoverKid Ben.

Teen Passes Out After Four Days of Uninterrupted Video Gaming

An Ohio kid collapses after barely breaking from playing Modern Warfare 3 on his Xbox. Taking blame? Lack of sleep, dehydration and absent parents.

Teens and Drugs – K2 and Spice are Banned, but What Fix is Next?

Drug du jour K2 is now illegal in Michigan. But that doesn't mean parents can rest easy. What's at the heart of teen drug use? And what can families and communities do?
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