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Why Michigan Families are at Risk of Lead Exposure

Chelsea Devona -
Lead poisoning didn’t just happen in Flint; and it isn’t something that ended in 1978 when lead paint was banned. Lead poisoning kills and disables...
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Grateful Hearts in the Holiday Season: How to Minimize the “Gimmes”

Jan Pierce -
I remember the days when my children made lists of desired holiday toys. They pored over the toy catalogs that came in the mailbox...
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5 Ways to Cope with Holiday Depression

Jan Pierce -
The issue of depression is a serious one and it seems the holiday season brings added stress for everyone. For those suffering from even...
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Lead Poisoning in Children: There is No Safe Level

Chelsea Devona -
In our first article in our lead series, we looked at the frightening prevalence of lead in homes, toys, foods and everyday household objects...
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How to Safely Celebrate a Shared Holiday Meal with Food Allergies

Chelsea Devona -
When you or your loved one has a food allergy, holidays which were once a source of joy suddenly transform into a minefield. Whether you’re...
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Lead Poisoning: It’s Not as Simple as ‘Don’t Lick the Paint’

Chelsea Devona -
Before my pseudo triplets were diagnosed with lead poisoning, I knew what all my friends knew about lead in old homes: Just don’t lick...
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Spotting Depression in Adolescents: Signs Every Parent Should Know 

Kaycee Peterson -
Depression in adolescents is a serious medical condition that can be defined as persistent loss of interest in normal activities and prolonged feelings of...
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Digital Wellness Program Helps Middle Schoolers with Mental and Physical Health

Donna Iadipaolo -
The University of Michigan’s Marsal Family School of Education paired U-M students with over 50 Ann Arbor middle schoolers to put down their cell...
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Furry Friends Can Help Mental Health For Kids

Donna Iadipaolo -
Research shows that owning, caring for, and playing with a pet can help the mental health of kids — and everyone. Jessie Hitt Director of...
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Go-to Packed Lunch Tips from Local Parents

Jenny Rose Ryan -
Here are some tips from local parents and a registered dietician on quick things to make or add to lunchboxes to make sure kids are getting what they need to focus and function at their best and parents aren’t feeling even more stress.
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Back to School the Gentle Parenting Way — 10 Suggestions for Smooth Routines

Chelsea Devona -
It’s the start of another school year, and that can be a big transition for everyone — whether it’s a little one going to...
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Ann Arbor Guide to Volunteer Opportunities for Kids

Debbie Miszak -
Summer is in full swing, and for many parents, that comes along with kids and teens looking for suggestions on how to spend their...
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