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Chores for Kids With Autism: What Local Experts Recommend

3 days ago | metroparent.com | Claire Charlton

For kids with autism, everyday household responsibilities can be a powerful way to build confidence, life skills and a stronger connection with their family. Still, many parents hesitate. They may wonder if they should expect their child with autism to help with laundry, make their bed or feed the cat.
What Are the Bus Options for Royal Oak Schools?

6 days ago | metroparent.com | Amanda Rahn

For Royal Oak Schools parents, getting a child to school shouldn’t cause a headache. While Royal Oak Schools does not offer busing to schools, there are still transportation options available for students. Understanding which local transit option to use helps your child start off on the right foot. Royal Oak Schools stopped offering school bus transportation to students in 2010 as a cost saving measure. Now, the district recommends using regional transit via SMART buses.
Walled Lake Schools Finder: Where Does Your Address Belong?

6 days ago | metroparent.com | Amanda Rahn

For parents in Walled Lake, knowing which school your child will attend is one of the most important steps in planning an education. Walled Lake is a northwestern suburb of Detroit with one main public school district. Understanding which school is tied to your address ensures your child starts off in the right place. With this guide, we’ll help simplify the process by providing reliable tools to identify the designated school for your student.
Emotional Triggers: A Metro Detroit Expert Explains

1 week ago | metroparent.com | Claire Charlton

Emotional triggers are common — and often misunderstood. They can surface at work, at home or when we least expect them. “Triggers are those things that cause us to respond emotionally in a way that is disproportionate to what’s happening in the moment,” says Tradina Taylor, LMSW, CAADC, Director of Access at Oakland Community Health Network. Understanding and managing emotional triggers is part of behavioral health — and an important step toward healthier relationships and everyday life.
What To Bring For Team Snacks: 5 Nutritionist-Approved Ideas Kids Love

1 week ago | metroparent.com | Claire Charlton

Snack duty? If you’re one of the many Metro Detroit parents pulling cooler duty this season, you’re in the right place. Whether you’re on the sideline for soccer, track, cross country or tennis, the right snacks can help your child — and their teammates — stay energized, hydrated and happy.
What Are the Bus Options for Dearborn Schools?

2 weeks ago | metroparent.com | Amanda Rahn

For Dearborn Schools parents, figuring out which bus to take to school shouldn’t cause a headache. Dearborn is the third-largest district in the state, and managing student drop-offs and pick-ups is a big task. The operations team at Dearborn Public Schools manages a large bus fleet in order to accommodate as many students as possible. With this guide, we’ll help make the process earlier with quick steps to identify the designated bus option for your Dearborn Schools student.
Anchor Bay Schools Going Cell Phone Free

2 weeks ago | metroparent.com | Amanda Rahn

Anchor Bay Schools has announced a big change coming this fall—a ban on cell phones for all students during the school day. The district’s “Away-for-the-Day” policy will have students place their device, including phones, personal laptops, smartwatches, earbuds and headphones, into their locker or cubby until the end of the day. The rule applies to all students, though students with documented disabilities who need a device will be allowed an exemption.
Summer Festivals for Families Near Ann Arbor

3 weeks ago | metroparent.com | Kari Zaffarano

There are so many great summer festivals happening in metro Detroit. If you’re looking for a fest near Ann Arbor, then check out these five can’t-miss events. Be sure to check if you need to purchase tickets ahead of time. Top Summer Festivals Near Ann ArborJune 7, 2025Address: N. Fourth Ave. and E. Ann St., Ann ArborCost: FreeThis annual fest features live music, dance performances, magic show, vendor booths and more. Also, check out the Kids Korner, which features hand-on activities.
Summer Festivals for Families Near Dearborn

3 weeks ago | metroparent.com | Kari Zaffarano

There are so many great summer festivals happening in metro Detroit. If you’re looking for a fest near Dearborn, then check out these five can’t-miss events. Be sure to check if you need to purchase tickets ahead of time.
Building Support for Career Driven Moms with Priya Rednam-Waldo

3 weeks ago | metroparent.com | Lori Orlinsky

Licensed therapist and personal coach Priya Rednam-Waldo observed that for many of her clients, Instagram has negatively affected their well-being and diminished their joy in motherhood. The constant comparisons, conflicting advice and pressure around parenting choices can fuel guilt and anxiety. That’s when the mom of four decided to use Instagram for good.