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Two kids looking at a science exhibit, back view

Two kids looking at a science exhibit, back view

How to Avoid the “Summer Slide”

Summer is here and so is the potential for brain drain. Here’s how to keep kids mentally sharp, without a teacher or a classroom.

The Best Lessons from Our Fathers

Dad and Daughter

Dad and Daughter

This Father's Day, some of the A Healthier Michigan team decided to share the best advice our dads gave to us throughout the years.

A Healthier Michigan Table Talks Discussing Dad Life

A Healthier Michigan Table Talks Discussing Dad Life

Table Talks: Discussing Dad Life

How do you raise kids to be healthy? How do you stay healthy? Hear from four Michigan dads about their experiences as fathers.

9 Healthy Ideas for Memorial Day Weekend

Little girl holding an American flag

Little girl holding an American flag

Looking for something fun and healthy to do this weekend? Check out these ideas to usher in the unofficial start of summer.

Mom reading to a toddler

Mom reading to a toddler

The Best Advice Our Moms Gave Us

In honor of Mother's Day, the A Healthier Michigan team reflected on the best advice we received from our moms and we're sharing it here.

Race to Recess: How Unstructured Play Helps Kids

Multi-ethnic group of little friends with toothy smiles on their faces enjoying warm sunny day while participating in soap bubbles show

Multi-ethnic group of little friends with toothy smiles on their faces enjoying warm sunny day while participating in soap bubbles show

Exercise has been proven to help kids in many ways. Check out some of the top benefits of unstructured playtime.

Hands holding an e-cigarette.

Hands holding an e-cigarette.

Talking to Kids About E-cigarettes

E-cigarette use among youth has been declared “an epidemic”. Learn how to talk to your kids about this health hazard.

Activities to Help your Kids Go Green on Earth Day

help kids go green for earth day

help kids go green for earth day

Across Michigan, you’ll discover lots of fun events perfect for kids, including educational speakers, community clean-ups and eco-friendly arts and crafts.

Male hand putting a jigsaw puzzle together.

Male hand putting a jigsaw puzzle together.

Autism Awareness Month: Jonathan’s Story

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

Table Talks: A Conversation About Caregiving

Table Talks: A Conversation on Caregiving

Table Talks: A Conversation on Caregiving

Caregiving can be tough. Hear from experts and caregivers about how to best handle the challenges.