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Toot, toot Thomas the tank engine is pulling into town
Thomas is coming to Green Bay June 12th-16th |
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Counting sheep
Our expert answers your questions. |
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Summer Reading List 2013
Need some summer books for the kids? We've got the summer reading booklist from the Milwaukee Public Library, courtesy of their Super Reader Program. |
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Be a Super Reader this summer!
This summer, learning happens while reading books, singing songs, playing games, listening to stories, and a variety of other fun activities. |
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Plugged in parent q&a digital camera
Is this a good gift for an 8 year old? |
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Plugged in parent q&a
Should I let my child join Instagram? |
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We're hiring
Part-time Customer Service Representative positions |
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Not just a girl...Jamie C Moore photographer
a different approach on a child's photos. |
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Keeping up with Beyonce and Blue
Keeping up with Beyonce and Blue By Julie Davidson |
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Finding the right pet for your family
Finding the right pet for your family By Lara Krupicka |
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Mother's Day for expectant moms
Hey, Dads-to-be. This is for you. Are you getting your expectant wife a mother-to-be a gift? |
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Most stressful amount of kids?
How many is too many when it comes to a parents amount of stress? The number might surprise you. |
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Just rub some dirt on it...
It's OK to spit-clean your child's pacifier. |
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Duchess Kate's pregnancy style
I think Catherine's, Duchess of Cambridge, pregnancy style is elegant and charming. Check out the photo gallery. |
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First-time mom ... for life
First-time mom ... for life by Lara Krupicka |
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Travel the world with the Milwaukee Art Museum and the Kohl's art generation studio
Sunday May 19th |
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Baby mugging
No, no. Not mugging a baby, baby mugging. The newest adorable trend to hit social media. |
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Funny baby videos
A couple of my favorite funny Youtube videos. |
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Parent of the Month
We all know a parent who deserves to be noticed for their hard work. Nominate them for the Parent of the Month on MilwaukeeMoms.com |
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The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is coming to town
The Oscar Mayer wiener mobile is making 4 stops in the Milwaukee area. Find out where. |
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An independent toddler
*video* An independent toddler is not interested in getting help from her father. |
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Students build prosthesis
Students use common materials to build prosthesis. |
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Kids learn about fridge recycling
Students learn about recycling. |
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Ask the experts: school troubles
Ask the experts your questions. |
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It's a twin thing!
Twins can be a handful but they are double the love. Read through families stories about nurturing their twins individual growth. |
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We hear "why?" several hundred times a day. How do we find answers to our child’s endless questions?
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Safety in our schools
In Wisconsin, schools now run safety drills ranging from the standard fire and tornado drills to lockdowns and evacuating the playground or building. |
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We transitioned our 2½-year-old to a toddler bed, but now she comes into our bed when she wakes up at night. How do we break this habit?
Breaking the highly common habit of bed hopping is possible, but it takes some commitment on the part of the parents. Toddlers are very smart little creatures, and they won’t continue a habit that is not being rewarded in some way. |
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Metroparent wins more awards for 2012 design and editorial!
Metroparent Magazine took more awards for the 2012 Parenting Media Association competition! |
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Editor's Events
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Probably not the Last Word on Talking Back
Kids of all ages have sassy moments, but nothing compares to the depth and breadth of teen backtalk, with their vocabulary, life experience and better reasoning skills—sometimes. |
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It's not too Early to Start Thinking About Summer Camp!
More than 9 million children will attend a summer camp this year and whether your child is 4 or 14, interested in basketball or basket weaving, investigating camp options online can help you find a program that favors your child’s interests and meets your own expectations. |
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Early Raisers and Really Short Naps
Legions of new parents find they can barely wash a load of laundry—forget about a shower or a cup of tea—during their baby’s brief siestas. Factors that contribute to shorter-than-ideal naps are development, timing and temperament. |
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Editors’ events
Fun indoor and outdoor events and activities for the family. |
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Feed a cold and starve the flu?
’Tis the flu season. With sneezes and coughs filling your child’s space, catching a flu bug is almost inevitable. |
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The no-gift birthday party
Have fun and less hassle with by not having a tradtional birthday party! |
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On naptime and that bedtime routine
My 2½-year-old struggles with bedtime. Naptime is easy, but at night we have to stand by her door until she falls asleep. How can we make it easier? |
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No more broken promises!
Tips for keeping those new year's resolutions |
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Precious (not a story about The Hobbit)
The dog belongs to the whole family, but from now on he is officially my husband's responsibility. |
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New! special needs column
Play is essential for growth and development at every age |
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Editors' event picks for January
What's going on in the area? Check out our staff event picks. |
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Fright Night
Eight ways to beat nightmares |
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Metroparent Cover Photo Contest
Enter by Dec. 31! |
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Simple science experiments
Testing different —and fun — ways to separate and understand mixtures. |
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Ask an Expert: Caring for Kids
My ex-wife doesn't want my girlfriend around when my daughter visits. What can I do? |
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Green your Halloween
Earth-friendly ways to cut the excess |
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Editors' Event Picks
What do our editors want to do this week? Check out our event picks. |
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Favorite Family Flick contest
Final round voting is now open! |
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Confessions of a bedtime story addict
"They say the first step to healing is admitting you have a problem..." |
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Family Cents
Savings first: Retirement vs. college |
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Fall in love with fall!
10 outdoor activities for autumn |
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Ask An Expert: Dear Teacher
How can I help my daughter finish her homework in a reasonable amount of time? |
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Editors' Event Pics
Our editors' picks for events in Milwaukee and Lake Country. |
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The power of a parent's imagination
How to raise your kids with creativity—from parents who work in the arts |
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Sleep, science and smarter kids
Better grades can be as easy as 1, 2, ZZZZZ |
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The dos and don'ts of middle school
A Top Ten list for kids, written by kids |
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Ask an Expert: Dear Teacher
A teacher says my son has ADHD. I don’t agree; what do I do now? |
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Should you pay for an A?
Should homework be rewarded with cash? Parent debate both sides. |
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10 Tips for talking with teens
You’ve spent years helping your kids learn to talk. And then suddenly... they stop. |
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Ask an Expert: Dear Teacher
Can a private school discriminate due to disability? |
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Rock the next fundraiser
Tips for rolling in the dough for a cause. |
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Back to school for mom and dad
Tips for parents returning to the classroom. |
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The greatest story is your own
The benefits of tracing your family genealogy— and how to get started. |
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The legend of my 10-pound baby
When your memory of labor and delivery fails |
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Ask an Expert: Caring for Kids
Effective time-outs; Calming fears |
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Raise an independent kid
Teaching self-reliance takes patience, time and diligence |
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An end to power struggles
Tips for fewer battles and more peace with your kids |
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Better birthdays
Simple celebrations focus on meaningful memories |
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Simple Science
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Tweens and Teens
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Ask an Expert: Dear Teacher
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Boys and aggressive toys
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Letter for Dads
10 lessons dads can teach their sons better than anyone |
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Mango BBQ Sauce
Try this refreshing addition at your next cookout! |
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Ask an Expert: Caring for Kids
How much tummy time is enough? |
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From our editor
When boys and girls play together, is it the same game? |
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Raising boys
How to encourage sons to be themselves |
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My daughter hates dolls
One mom comes to terms with her's daughters love for rocks and bugs. |
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Ask an Expert: Plugged in Parent
How can my family use Pinterest? |
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Mean girls
When your daughter is sugar and spice, but not always nice |
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Sassy pants
When clothing grows up faster than your daughter |
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LEGO contest
Check out our new contest for a chance to win tickets to LEGO Kidsfest! |
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Weekly Recipe: Brown Butter Asparagus
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Tweens and Teens
Girls and pop culture: Can they get along? |
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Ask An Expert: Dear Teacher
My 5-year-old has good behavior everywhere — except on the bus. What can I do? |
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Raising confident girls
Families and local experts share their self-esteem boosters for girls. |
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Tales from the Crib
Motherhood has challenges; Every mom deserves a cheerleader. |
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Pump up the volume
Simple tips to increase milk breast production. |
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Making the most of your maternity leave
When you're off work, but on the job with your newborn. |
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Pregnant-zzzzz
How to get the rest you need when you're sleeping for two. |
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The art of mom time
Do you feel like you need a few minutes to yourself? Here are 12 ways to get some "me time" into your busy schedule. |
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Ask an Expert: Caring for Kids
Our behavior expert gives her answers to reader-submitted questions. |
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From our editor
Would you quit wearing makeup to show your daughter that beauty comes from within? |
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Earth Mama Wannabe
Are your parenting choices earth-friendly? Here's how one mom gave being green her best shot. |
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Disabilities in the media
Disabilities are not always portrayed correctly on TV, but these shows are doing in right. |
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Puppy Love
Animals help and heal children with disabilities. |
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Back Talk
Chiropractic care can benefit the whole family, even newborns. |
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Egg-citing Easter Traditions
Because there's more to do than dye eggs. |
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There's a camp for that
Summer fun for kids with different abilities. |
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Cutting costs? Start with the Tooth Fairy
Bottom line: It’s a tooth, not an accomplishment |
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Disability harassment: One mom's experience
I’m not the only mom struggling with a child who gets picked on. |
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Vision Forward
Helping children with vision impairment in southeastern Wisconsin |
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Group Dynamics
How to find a community of support |
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My life as a disabled parent
All parents have insecurities. When you are a parent with a disability, the feelings are amplified. |
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Meet our cover kid
Our cover kid Andrew has a rare brain defect that's brought as many challenges as triumphs to his family. Learn more about him here! |
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(Re)discover Milwaukee
Don't let the winter blues bother you. Get out and see what Milwaukee has to offer! |
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A special solution to sibling strife
Bickering. Tattling. Fighting. It’s enough to make Cupid blush. |
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Top ten reasons to date your spouse
The truth is, we need to date our spouses. |
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Love on the Radio
What to do when your kids get an education you didn't intend |
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Resolve to be prepared
Why the difficult task of estate planning is absolutely necessary. |
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The New Playdate
Diapers: check. Pacifier: check. Mojito: check? |
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Rethink the drink
Be aware and check yourself for bad habits. |
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Promises to my teenagers
I might not be a cool mom, but here's a few things my teens can count on. |
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Starting a college fund
How to get your savings in shape |
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Fitness: An exercise for the whole family
How to create a fitness routine for your entire family. |
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Saying "no" to TV
What happened when my family turned off the TV and tuned into life |
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It's just you and me, kid
Finding family quality time - and what to do with it. |
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Fun (indoor) winter activities for kids
How to explore the city (and your house) during the winter months. |
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The importance of downtime
Downtime equals quality time, especially during the holidays |
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With open hearts
Foster parents dispel the myths of foster care |
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Picture this, craft that
These memorable (and inexpensive) crafts are the perfect gifts for your children to give. |
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A gift guide for men
Top 10 things she doesn’t want for Christmas |
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Mothering Multiples
Local moms manage two and three all delivered at once |
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Need never takes a holiday
Helping nonprofits, the community and your family |
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Gingerbread lore
A common holiday treat has a long and storied past |
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Holiday Baby Survival Guide
How to enjoy the season with your newborn. |
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At your discretion:
Children and movies
These days, taking children to the cinema is like navigating a labyrinth in the dark. |
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Fear the Bunny
This is what happens when you tell kids to "be creative." |
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Beyond the gore
Does Halloween give your kid the creeps? |
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Sound learning
Overcoming learning disabilities through sound |
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Hosting a joint birthday party
The how-to of sharing a special day. |
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Halloween Costumes A to Z
Need an idea for your kid's costume? Try one of these on! |
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Toddler-proofing Halloween
This list of killjoys will turn your little angel into a Halloween ghoul. |
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Store-bought vs. homemade
Where's the best place to find a Halloween costume - at a store or in your home? |
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Farewell, Fido
Helping your kids through the death of a pet |
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No-carve pumpkins
Back away from the knife and keep your pumpkins longer with these crafty ideas. |
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Extreme Couponing
Coupons can save you money or take away your sanity. Here's the best way to approach them. |
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Take One: Children’s Film Festival
Take One: Milwaukee Children's film fest introduces cinema and culture |
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Going green doesn't have to be extreme
These few small steps can teach green living for generations to come. |
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Stroller Strides
When is your child too old to be taken for a ride? |
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School Choice
Sending a child to school beginning next year? Plan ahead and pick the best school possible. |
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Can parents be cool?
Parenting as a friend might make you cool, but what happens when it's time for discipline? |
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The importance of play
Why and how you should let the games begin |
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Smooth separations
Transitioning into a new school year can be a tough adjustment for children. Here are some ways to ease into it. |
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Under the (bad) influence
Curbing the attraction of the popular troublemakers. |
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Has hot lunch gone cold?
Recent health measures have forced school lunches to step up to the plate. But is it enough? |
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Techno Kids
Does your child need a cell phone? |
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At their own pace
Every child develops differently. Some are early bloomers, others late. Here are some tips for parents to get their families through those awkward years. |
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Let your kids make their own cool
Parents love children even if their peers don't, but they worry about them. How to handle those worries and celebrate your child's cool. |
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Calling all bloggers!
With one simple application you could be a blogger on MilwaukeeMoms.com! |
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Sneezing through the summer
Don't let seasonal allergies keep you indoors. |
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Summer in the city
Urban life can - and should - include the great outdoors. Here's how to make it happen. |
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Special days, out of the ordinary ways
Twins, shared birthdays and un-birthdays - making each day unique creates lasting memories for families. |
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Red, white and why is my child so blue?
Everyone feels a little blue sometimes, but could it be depression? |
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A parenting path less traveled
Are you an extreme parent? Then again, perhaps all parenting is extreme. |
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Get your cool back
How do you keep your sense of what makes you YOU and still go about the overwhelming demands of raising children? |
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Travelin’ man
Coping with husbands who travel. |
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A dad's guide to grocery shopping
Mom needs a few hours alone and there's a grocery list on the fridge. Here's what dad should do. |
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Single fathers, dedicated dads
Although they represent a smaller percentage of parents, single dads are just as engaged in their children's lives. |
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Father's Day Giveaways!
Thank Dad the way he deserves - with one of our amazing Father's Day Giveaways! |
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From fairy tales to waterfalls
Even in urban areas, backyards can be transformed to unlock your child's creativity and passion for the outdoors. |
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Caring for Summertime Kids
Our expert has the answer to your summertime questions. |
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Year-round creativity
Art inspirations can be found outdoors, and not just during the summer months. |
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The ABCs of Skin Protection
Sunny days will start of the Wisconsin State Fair this week. Be sure to keep your kids' skin protected with these tips! |
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Advice for an A+ Summer
Practical (and fun!) ways to keep your kids' minds sharp during the summer. |
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Win tickets to see "Judy Moody and the NOT Bummer Summer"
If your kids are ready for some adventure this summer, they'll love this movie! |
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Raising financially savvy kids
As children develop, their financial literacy can develop too. Here are some ways to increase their financial knowledge. |
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The cloth diaper diaries
I always thought I’d be the kind of mom who would cloth diaper her children—that is, until I had a baby. |
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7 Old Wives’ Tales about Pregnancy
Here are seven untruths we hear all the time from mothers-to-be and the facts about each myth. |
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Baby on board
How to reconnect with old friends when a new baby arrives |
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Camp in Pop Culture
After 60 years of camps in movies and television, what themes have emerged and what holds true when you send your kids to camp? |
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The Family Dinner Dilemma
With today's busy schedules, family dinners can be difficult to pull off. But with the list of benefits to such meals growing, they're well worth the time. |
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Split Moms: The New Trend in Motherhood
The pros and cons of parenting when there's a large gap in your kids' ages. |
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Working Parents, Sick Days
The kids are sick but you need to go to work - what happens next? |
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Best Mom Ever
Tough as nails, or best mom ever? Celebrate Mother's Day by appreciating the ways your mom has pushed and molded you! |
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Moving beyond mommy burnout
20 ways to recharge in only 20 minutes |
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Updated Mother's Day 2011 Events
We love our local Moms! Show them your appreciation with these local events |
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Mother's Day Giveaways!
Thank Mom the way she deserves - with one of our amazing Mother's Day Giveaways! |
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Hidden Hazards in the Home
Past baby-proofing your home, keeping your family safe and healthy includes fighting what you can't see. |
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The wealth of health
Reap the rewards of eating well and exercising as a family |
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Parental Anxiety
How to ease our worried minds |
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National Autism Awareness Month
If you have or know a child with autism, our resources can help. |
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Missing Milestones
When you're concerned it could be autism. |
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Bring your binoculars—leave the laptop
Five reasons why tech-savvy kids need lo-tech summer camp |
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Meet with North Shore Bank
This family-based, community bank has tons of great options at their KIDSfest booth! |
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Betty Brinn at KIDSfest
Interact with characters from your local children's museum at KIDSfest. |
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A Cross Waddle Reading
Find out when you can see this children's author at KIDSfest! |
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See Shane Harper Live!
See this star, of "Good Luck Charlie" and "High School Musical 2" fame, live in concert on Saturday, April 16. |
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Art for all
If interactive art is right up your alley, you'll love this KIDSfest exhibitor! |
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Safe and sound
This KIDSfest exhibit will help keep families safe and sound inside and outside of the home. |
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Taste Adventure
This tasting safari at KIDSfest will leave your roaring for more! |
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It can happen
"I hope you take my son's experience as a lesson on what not to do when riding a bicycle." |
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Keep those melons safe!
This KIDSfest exhibitor will help your kids stay as safe as possible while riding their bikes. |
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Overnight camp success
If your child is anxious about the thought of going away this summer, we've got tips on how to turn that into excitement. |
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Rocky Road
Helmets are the single most effective tool for reducing the likelihood of head injury or fatality from a bicycle crash. But how do you get your kids to wear them? |
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Blinded me with science
If your kids are mad for science, they'll love this program at KIDSfest! |
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Dancing the event away
Trinity Academy of Irish Dance to perform at KIDSfest! |
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Super Readers Unite!
See what the Milwaukee Public Library has in store for our KIDSfest event! |
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Imagine all the people
Why imaginary friends can be a parents dream come true. |
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Phantom Lake at KIDSfest
Read about one of our KIDSfest exhibitors, and find out information about others! |
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Win tickets to the 2012 Realtors' Home & Garden Show!
We've got 10 two-packs to giveaway, but you must enter soon! |
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Curious about KIDSfest?
Here's a look at one of the exhibits you can expect to see at our annual event! |
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Get in touch with your inner rocker
Do popular music video games have learning benefits? |
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Drink green milk on St. Patrick’s Day
Even if you're not a wee bit Irish, there are more than a dozen other ways to celebrate with your family |
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Kohl’s Donates $250,000 to the Japanese Red Cross Society
If your family has donated to relief efforts, comment on this story and let others know how they can do so as well. |
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Surviving the jig
Parents play a crucial role in sports like Irish dancing. Here are some survival tips from those who know the moves. |
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Leap o' the Irish
The intricacy of Irish dancing gives children a chance to learn and leap while building friendships. |
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Disney to the rescue!
Local mom Jeanine tells the story of how Disney staffers helped her family through a rough first night there! |
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Celebrate Women's History Month
Why celebrating women's history is important for boys and girls. |
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Toddling off to Disney World
For most parents, the pilgrimage to Walt Disney World is not a question of “if” but of “when.” How soon is too soon? |
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Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" Ticket Giveaway
Enter to win a family-four pack of tickets to the opening night performance of Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" at the Milwaukee Theatre! |
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What to buy about organic food
Debunking the labels and finding out the facts about organic foods. |
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Three - the new two
As language develops, so do tantrums. What can parents do during this stressful period? |
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Comforting camp-sick campers
Tips for easing the transition from camp back to home. |
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Fitness, facts and new camp friends
Three ways to prepare kids before packing for camp |
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What the world could learn from summer camp
How letting kids be kids can teach them lessons for a lifetime. |
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Top to bottom packing
What to keep in mind when preparing for camp. |
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Helpful puppies earn fame
Three extraordinary canines won entry into the Wisconsin Pet Hall of Fame for their service and companionship. |
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’Til kids do us part
After surviving the loss of a child with her husband, author Sheila Wray Gregoire offers suggestions for how to move forward after difficult times. |
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Recipes for the market
If you're heading to a local market, take these simple recipes with you! |
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Small acts, major impacts
How to narrow down which simple, daily tasks you can to do help from thousands of causes. |
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Pioneering diversity: Biracial in Milwaukee
What does it mean to be biracial? Families share their stories and reflections. |
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The smart way to supplement school
With budget cuts affecting education, how can activities supplement education? |
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Family trees embrace diverse roots
Celebrating diverse families in southeastern Wisconsin. |
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To the Market
Winter farmers markets are an experience for the whole family. |
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Local Cultural Events
Cultural events give children hands-on ways to learn about the world, and they can be used to supplement traditional education. |
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Parents of Food-Allergic Children Must Remain Vigilant
Tips for parents of children with food allergies from a dad who knows. |
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Crafty Candy
Some edible crafts and healthy treats to celebrate Valentine's Day. |
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What would Dr. King read?
These book selections include several that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. might have enjoyed reading. |
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The Sweetest Thing
Two Valentine's Day giveaways for our loyal, loving readers. |
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The Power of Play
Whether your child wants to be Clay Matthews or Aaron Rodgers, participating in sports can be a positive experience as long as parent keep things in perspective. |
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Green and Gold Traditions
What started as a Halloween party turned into a green and gold tradition. |
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Xin Nian Kuai Le!
Chinese New Year customs reach new generations. |
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Game Day Recipes
Favorite football eats from fellow Packer Backers. Perfect for Super Bowl Sunday! |
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Sibling Savvy
What about the siblings of kids who have special needs? |
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Girls on Ice
It’s a typical hockey game, except for one thing—the players are all girls. |
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Fancy Friends birthday party
Want to plan a birthday party that’s flexible enough for any budget and suitable for any kind of weather? |
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Less-stress travel
How to take along your child with special needs |
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Ew, gross!
Breaking your kids' bad habits before they break you |
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Gearing up to be a good sport
Cabin fever and a need to get moving can make winter the perfect season for ice skating, indoor swimming or shooting hoops. And though it's not prime sports season, it can be a prime time for injuries if proper attention to safety is not taken. |
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Making the holiday break educational
Try one of these fun ways to incorporate academic skills into the holiday break this year |
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Santa, give me sanity, not stuff
Here are some ideas for helping little ones learn they can’t have—and don’t need—everything they see on television. |
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Fat man needs decent dinner - Contest
What kind of dinner should Santa have? Kids are invited to send in suggestions for a Dec. 22 Food section cover story. |
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Forging the family tree
When you married your spouse, you also married his traditions, his quirks and his family. |
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Moms In Motion
Before I became a mom, I was a long-time runner, hitting the roads several times a week and lifting weights and stretching regularly. |
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Beyond the Blues
As many as 25 percent of women who have given birth are believed to suffer from postpartum. |
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Growing Veggie Kids
Veggie Kids: What to do when your child says no to meat |
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Avoid Fright Night Fears
Make Halloween less spooky and more fun with these simple tips |
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Call to action
In keeping with metroparent’s mission to inform readers of community resources, we looked into the new statewide initiative, Get Covered. |
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Quiet on the bleachers
Make the most out of your child’s sporting events with these suggestions on winning ways to be the best bleacher parent you can be! |
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Spook-tacular fun for all ages
Whether you love to throw theme parties or you are wary of trick-or-treating, Halloween parties have the potential to be fun for everyone! |
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Never too many cooks in the kitchen
Cooking makes a great parent-child activity, both for parents who could step right into the kitchen of a four-star restaurant and for parents who don’t know how to turn on the oven. |
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10 Trick-or-Treat Safety Tips
This quick list of safety tips will ensure a safe, healthy and fun Halloween for the whole family. |
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Teasing taunts can be troublesome
We've all heard the name-calling and maybe even done a little bit ourselves. But the old adage, "We only tease the ones we love," is no longer true. |
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The Taming of the New
"It's important for children to experience live theater... It allows them to fall into a story, to fall fully into their imagination." Photos courtesy of First Stage Children's Theater, Milwaukee. |
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Eyes Wide Open
Shelley Walcott reflects on being a parent and a journalist in the 21st century |
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Isn't that grand
Nourishing the bond between children and grandparents |
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Off to a healthy school year
With school days creeping up, parents can start their kids on the healthiest school year yet with a few small steps. |
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Back to School Boost
Back to School Boost: Back to school recipes your kids will love. |
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Not so smart, baby
Early-learning programs all make wonderful claims about what they can do for your child. But do they work? |
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Tot Art
Many parents show their toddlers how to color with crayons but often think their children need to be older to begin using other art materials. |
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Coping
Parents of children of all ages need perseverance, patience, love, flexibility, and a little sleep and a good sense of humor go a long way. |
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Slow Down - They Grow Too Fast
Do you insist that your children only participate in activities they actually enjoy and that still allow them time to relax? |
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Friend-U
Facebook is open to everyone, which means anyone can sign up, search for and even “friend” your college-bound teen. |
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It's hip to be there
Today’s families are navigating the changing world together and many of today’s dads are right there in the mix. |
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Taming birthday party excess
It seems kids’ birthday parties are getting out of hand these days, with parents trying to top each other. |
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Magic Moments
The Breakers Hotel & Resort in Palm Beach Casts a Spell. |
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2013 Father's Day Activities
Dad might enjoy a day out with the family, and there are plenty of fun places to go right here in the Milwaukee area. |
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Summerfest 2010 Family Activities
Want to take part in the family-friendly activities at Summerfest this year? |
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It's Not Your Dad's Fatherhood
One day last fall I took my kids to a park in Glendale and noticed there were three other dads there, and no moms. |
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The mommy conundrum
I’m the one who gets up in the middle of the night. Our son is a poor sleeper and I always hear him before my husband does. |
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CD Review: Justin Roberts - Jungle Gym
As a self proclaimed music snob and a new parent, the idea of kids' music frightened me to no end. |
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Adopting in Wisconsin
In June 2002, Nicole Zautis and her husband, Dan, climbed on a plane and headed to China to meet their baby girl. |
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Bayshore Safety Day - Crime Prevention & Fire Safety
Visit the 29th annual Bayshore Safety Day (June 5th) for a free and fun educational event. |
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What’s for dinner?
Sometimes figuring out what to make is the hardest part. Here are a couple of ways to make it easier. |
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A Day in the Life of a Pregnant Mom
Four Milwaukee-area moms share pages from their pregnancy journals |
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Breastfeeding basics 101
Most expectant parents prepare thoroughly for the delivery of their baby, but spend very little time researching the details involved in feeding an infant. |
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Metroparent's Girls Night Out
Join us for a night of fun, food, and pampering at Metroparent's Girls Night Out! |
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Roller Derby moms of the Brewcity Bruisers
This weekend is a big one for the skaters of the Brewcity Bruisers, Milwaukee’s roller derby league. |
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Mother's Day Recipes
Moms totally dig breakfast in bed. And look, we’re making it easy for you with a few simple but delicious recipes from some of Milwaukee’s “foodie” bloggers. |
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PORTLAND
The more you learn about Portland, Oregon, the more you understand how Portlandia is such a great symbol for this active, progressive city. |
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Comforting camp-sick campers
Life at camp brings new challenges, new activities and new friends. Leaving all this fun and excitement is often a letdown. It doesn’t help that the end of camp may signal the start of school with all its stresses and demands. |
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Rethinking Allergies
It turns out there was a perfectly sound explanation for why our daughter couldn’t enjoy a peanut butter and jelly sandwich at school. |
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Kidsfest 2010 Photos
Kidsfest was a big success! Check out our photo gallery. |
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Dora the Explorer actress Q&A
Our Facebook fans were interested in getting to know Dora the Explorer (actress Francheska Gomez). Here is what she had to say. |
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Assessing Child Care Quality
If you have kids in day care or pay taxes in Wisconsin, you'll want to read our Q&A with DCF Secretary Reggie Bicha about YoungStar, a proposed rating system for child care. |
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2010 Area Earth Day Events
Earth Day was April 22, but celebrations continue. Check out the fun ways to celebrate its 40th anniversary! |
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April is Alcohol Awareness Month
There's no denying that Wisconsinites like to drink. Our drinking culture is legendary. |
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Kidfest Rocks!
Don't miss metroparent’s KIDSfest & Baby Expo, presented by North Shore Bank, April 17 and 18 at State Fair Park. |
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April: Child Abuse Prevention Month
Children are some of the most vulnerable members of society, and they need our protection. |
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Can iPhones make parenting easier?
Like the iPod before it, the iPhone has become the practical accessory for people on the go. Including parents. |
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Saving in St. Louis
A visit to St. Louis proves to be fun and cheap! Check out this story and photo gallery full of exciting and inexpensive places to visit. |
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Vaccines and H1N1: A Q&A with Dr. Dan Hagerman
Daniel A. Hagerman, M.D., is chair, section on pediatrics, at Columbia Center and associate clinical professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin’s pediatrics department. |
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Nutrition mistakes even smart moms make (and how to fix them)
The fact is that even the most well-meaning parents make mistakes when it comes to feeding their kids. |
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Kid-Friendly Fish Fries
The Wisconsin Friday tradition doesn't have to be an adults-only affair. We've got a list of places for the whole family to enjoy. |
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What's new at the zoo
The Australian outback is nearly 10,000 miles away from Milwaukee, but a short drive to the Milwaukee County Zoo will get you up close and personal with its popular parrots. |
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New gallery, studio aim to make art family-friendly
The only thing better than getting your kids immersed in art projects is having them take place somewhere else so you don’t have to do the cleanup. |
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