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Family health & wellness

Fireworks Safety for Kids

Kristy Case -
Bottle rockets, sparklers and more: Here are some fireworks safety tips for using customer-grade fireworks this Fourth of July and all summer long.
Advice

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

Jessica Schrader -
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

Why You Should Have a Family Code Word With Your Kids

Jessica Schrader -
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.
Advice

Finstagram: What Parents Should Know

Jessica Schrader -
Thought you knew what your kids were up to on the popular social app Instagram? Think again. Read on to find out more about Finstagram aka fake Instagram.
Family health & wellness

Study: Despite Risks, Doctors Don’t Talk to Kids About Gun Safety

Jessica Schrader -
A recent study found physicians aren’t necessarily following the recommendations for this talk. Plus, tips for keeping your kids safe.
Baby Care

Is There Heavy Metal in Baby Food? Yes – Most of It, Actually

Jessica Schrader -
Could your baby's food be contaminated with heavy metals? It sounds like a scare tactic, but a report released in October by Healthy Babies Bright...
Advice

How to Winterize Your Family’s Car

Megan Krueger -
Knowing how to winterize your family's car in metro Detroit is vital. Owners of two family-run garages in southeast Michigan share their top tips for drivers.
Tweens & Teens

When is It OK to Leave a Child Home Alone?

Judy M. Miller -
Want to run an errand? It could be time to leave the kids alone at home. Here are a few ways to know if your child is prepared.
Advice

How Parents Can Prevent Cyberbullying Among Kids

Megan Siwa -
Cyberbullying can affect kids in a number of ways, but vigilant parents can make a difference. Start with this sound advice from a national source and an expert here in metro Detroit.
Advice

Should Kids Play with Toy Guns? One Local Mom Says ‘No’

Rebecca Kavanagh -
Should kids play with toy guns? A Farmington Hills mom of two explains that mass shootings and laissez faire attitudes make her say "no way."
Advice

Why I Let My Kids Play With Toy Guns

Rebecca Thomas -
A Harrison Township mom of three says that kids know the difference between pretend and real life, which is why she'd let her kids play with toy guns.
Attractions

What Parents Can Do to Prevent Fair Ride Accidents

Amy Kuras -
Michigan has strict carnival standards, but occasional accidents that pop up in the news may leave you second-guessing. Here's how to ensure your family's safety.
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Straith Hospital opens Michigan’s first inpatient unit for children on the autism spectrum

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