Feature - Ann Arbor Family

Low-Cost Summer Fun for Families Using SNAP/EBT Benefits in Southeast Michigan

Gabrielle Tilli - August 6, 2026

If you are using SNAP/EBT benefits, here are some great options for fun summer activities. Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum 220 E Ann St, Ann Arbor. 734-995-5439. The...

Make the Most Out of the Last Days of Summer With These Ideas

Mia Barnes - August 6, 2026

Summer has flown by in Ann Arbor. Only about a month to go before fall officially arrives, but that doesn’t mean the fun stops....

Dr. Ghada Harsouni Brings a Sweet Touch to Honeybee Pediatrics and Lactation

Mary Rose Kulczak - August 4, 2026

Dr. Ghada Harsouni, MD, IBCLC, was ready to venture out in a new direction in her care of mothers and children. In 2024, she...

Stories Under the Sky: Free Outdoor Storytelling Series Invites Ann Arbor to Gather at Broadway Park West

Donna Iadipaolo - July 30, 2026

Ann Arbor residents will have the opportunity to experience one of humanity's oldest art forms in one of the city's newest public spaces when...

Childhood Disability and Social Media: the Difference Between Advocacy and Extortion

Noura Costany - July 28, 2026

Social media has become a part of parenting, whether we want it to or not. There are mommy influencers, milestone videos and even day...

Dog Parks and Pet-Friendly Hiking Trails Near Ann Arbor

Supriya Jalukar - July 23, 2026

The Ann Arbor area is home to several beautiful family-friendly green spaces. But let’s not forget that our beloved furry friends love to join...

New Meta Teen Safety Features Aim to Protect Young Users—But Some Say Parents Still Play the Biggest Role

Donna Iadipaolo - July 22, 2026

As concerns continue to grow over the effects of social media on children's mental health, Meta has announced a new expansion of its Teen...

Roblox and Youth Online Safety: What Local Families Should Know

Donna Iadipaolo - July 16, 2026

For many children and teens, Roblox is more than a game—it's a social space where they create, play, and connect with friends. But recent...

Innovation in Ann Arbor Health Care: How the Pediatric Psychiatry Colocalized Consult Clinic Supports Children’s Mental Health

Dr. Alyssa Whitford - July 15, 2026

By Dr. Alyssa Whitford and William Whitford Treating both physical and mental health is vital, perhaps especially with children and young adults. Families seeking mental...

Mott’s National Study on Children and Teens Swearing

Chelsea Devona - July 14, 2026

A recent national poll by our local hospital, C. S. Mott Children’s, asked parents of ages 6-17 what they think of their children swearing. Half...

“These Theaters Are Their Theaters”: Michigan Theater Expands Free Family-Friendly Film Series to Build Generational Community

Donna Iadipaolo - July 14, 2026

The Michigan Theater’s Family-Friendly Film Series has long been a staple of weekend life in Ann Arbor, introducing children and families to the experience...

Summer Hiking tips with Littles: What Parents Should Know

Chelsea Devona - July 14, 2026

Ann Arbor and the surrounding area has so many lovely walking and hiking trails, and the summer is the perfect time to go exploring...