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Student attending classes virtually

Coping Tips for Starting School with Uncertainty

Back-to-school is very different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you're struggling with the uncertainty, these coping tips might help.

Help Kids Protect Themselves Against COVID-19 at School

Little girl going to school with a mask on

Little girl going to school with a mask on

Kids heading back to school for face-to-face learning? Empower them to take steps to stop the spread of COVID-19.

Little girl picking out school supplies with her mom, both wearing masks

Little girl picking out school supplies with her mom, both wearing masks

COVID-19: Things to Consider for Your Back-to-School Checklist

Back-to-school shopping will look and feel different this year. Here are a few items to add to your list for in-person and distance learning.

Tools to Help Nursing Moms

Two mothers and babies on sofa, nursing

Two mothers and babies on sofa, nursing

Did you know that in the first few weeks of life, a newborn baby can eat as often as every 45 minutes? Talk about fast food!

Father and son playing basketball

Father and son playing basketball

Three Ways to Keep Kids Active Into Their Teens

Follow these tips to keep kids active in the age of technology.

Celebrate Kids Eat Right Month

Mom and daughter in the kitchen

Mom and daughter in the kitchen

August is Kids Eat Right Month, founded by The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to emphasize ways to help kids eat right and be more active.

Preschoolers interacting in class

Preschoolers interacting in class

5 Simple Ways to Keep Your Preschooler Healthy

Keeping your preschooler healthy can be difficult. Check out these simple reminders to help strengthen their immune system and teach healthy habits.

5 Simple Ways to Show Your Parents Appreciation

Man with his senior mom

Man with his senior mom

If it’s been awhile since you’ve said thanks to your parents, there’s no time like the present.

Small boy looking at butterfly through magnifying glass

Small boy looking at butterfly through magnifying glass

Fun Ways to Boost Summer Learning

Make learning fun with these tips to help your child continue their education this summer.

Strawberry Picking in Michigan: Why You Should Go & Tips For When You Do

Man picking strawberries in farm

Man picking strawberries in farm

Fresh Michigan strawberries are a wonderful summer treat, especially when you pick them yourself!