Kids and Toys: Make Room, With Meaning

Kids and Toys: Make Room, With Meaning

If you have small children, you may already be stressed about the inevitable flux of new toys that will make their way into your home. Making space before they arrive could make things less overwhelming. Carolyn TenBrink, a Cannonsburg Elementary first-grade teacher...
#MIKidsCan Video and Photo Contest

#MIKidsCan Video and Photo Contest

In partnership with Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is launching the #MIKidsCan Contest, asking Michigan kids ages seven to fourteen to share their favorite way to be active to encourage other children to get moving to...
Having “The Sex Talk” with Your Kids

Having “The Sex Talk” with Your Kids

Talking to your kids about puberty or “how babies are made” may feel like some of the most uncomfortable experiences of parenthood, but these conversations provide important opportunities to assist children in making healthy decisions. Dr. Daniela...
Playing Favorites

Playing Favorites

If your kids were asked, “Who is your mom’s favorite?” what would they say? While parents might not want to admit it, it’s likely that they do have a favorite child. “One message I have for parents is that they should quit feeling guilty...