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Education

Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Teachers from Kids

Kristen J. Gough -
Heartfelt gift ideas for that special teacher during Teacher Appreciation Week.
Advice

How to Boost Your Child’s Self-Esteem

Pauline M. Lupercio -
Fostering a can-do attitude in your kids can help them become more confident in themselves. Here's how to get them started.
Family health & wellness

Yoga for Kids: Moves and Poses to Try

Kira Willey -
Yoga for kids can foster bedtime calm, bonding, relaxation and healthy self-image.
Family health & wellness

Common Toddler Sleep Problems and How to Overcome Them

Metro Parent Editorial Team -
Want to combat this bedtime battle? Here, a Henry Ford Health pediatrician offers advice on helping your little one sleep through the night.
Family health & wellness

Treating Your Kid’s Dry Skin in Winter

Maggie Boleyn -
Does your child suffer from dry itchy skin when temperatures drop? Henry Ford Health System's Dr. Marla N. Jahnke offers advice on winter itch treatment.
Applying for College

College Application Help for High School Students

Jacquie Goetz Bluethmann -
Need to know how to start applying for college? Families are getting an edge with admissions counselors, test prep services and lots of early planning.
Tweens & Teens

Teenagers and Piercings: What You Should Know

Christina Clark -
When done correctly, body and facial piercings can enhance one's sense of self, but is it safe and what should parents know if their teen wants one? A local artist weighs in.
School Issues

The Complete Back-to-School Checklist for Parents

Jessica Schrader -
From registration to school supplies, and everything in between, here's a back-to-school checklist to help parents keep track of what they need to do before school starts.
Henry Ford Health

The Basics on Back-to-School Physicals

Maggie Boleyn -
Henry Ford Health System's Dr. Hilda Ferrarer-Blair discusses the difference between annual exams and sports physicals.
Family health & wellness

Choosing a Doctor for Your Newborn

Maggie Boleyn -
Henry Ford doctor offers advice on picking the right health care expert for your baby.
Indoors

Slider Hamburger Restaurants in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Kim Kovelle -
Metro Detroit and the greater Ann Arbor area dish up delicious sliders perfect for the kids at these local slider hamburger restaurants.
Baby Care

What Do Your Baby’s Expressions Mean?

Pauline M. Lupercio -
Is it love or gas? Here, we offer parents some insight and explanation into decoding your wee one's expressions.
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