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Man picking strawberries in farm

Man picking strawberries in farm

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

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

Mother’s Day 2022: Michigan Events to Celebrate with Mom This Year

Mother’s Day 2022: Michigan Events to Celebrate with Mom This Year

Mother’s Day 2022: Michigan Events to Celebrate with Mom This Year

From Freeland to Fenton to Frankenmuth to Kalamazoo, there are Mother's Day markets, outdoors events and live shows all over Michigan in 2022.

mother's day gift

mother's day gift

Add a Personal Touch to Mother’s Day with DIY Gift Ideas

Whether you’re someone helping a child prepare a gift or you’re in need of a DIY project for your own mom, we’ve got you covered with two ideas.

What is Alopecia?

Man worried for alopecia checking hair for loss

Man worried for alopecia checking hair for loss

For a lot of people, sudden hair loss can be traumatic. Here are the causes of alopecia, and how it can be treated.

Family with two young children smeared with chocolate taking a photo

Family with two young children smeared with chocolate taking a photo

Plan a Healthy ‘Yes Day’ With Your Kids

There are plenty of ways to take the carefree “Yes Day” concept into summer for a healthy way to connect with your kids. Here are some suggestions.

Autism Awareness Month: Jonathan’s Story

Three photos of a boy with autism growing up

Three photos of a boy with autism growing up

A Michigan mom shares the story of her family's journey with autism and how she wants more understanding for people like her son.

Are you aware of the danger zones in your home? Areas like the laundry room, medicine cabinet and garage can pose serious threats to your family if not secured.

Are you aware of the danger zones in your home? Areas like the laundry room, medicine cabinet and garage can pose serious threats to your family if not secured.

Five Danger Zones in Your House for Pets and Children

Are you aware of the danger zones in your home? Areas like the laundry room, medicine cabinet and garage can pose serious threats to your family if not secured.

Baby Sleep Safety: What Parents Need to Know

Young woman rests as her baby safely sleeps in her bassinet next to the bed

Young woman rests as her baby safely sleeps in her bassinet next to the bed

It's important for parents and caregivers to take steps to keep their babies as safe as possible. Here are the do's and don'ts of baby sleep safety.

Boy getting an eye exam at the optician

Boy getting an eye exam at the optician

What age and how often should kids get an eye exam?

Visiting the eye doctor may seem intimidating, especially to kids, but it could make all the difference when testing for visual development and abnormalities.

How Cold is too Cold for your Pet?

How Cold is too Cold for your Pet?

How Cold is too Cold for your Pet?

Your pet's size, weight and ability to store body fat are all factors to consider, in addition to temperature, when taking your fur baby outside this winter.