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Registration for the third annual Gazelle Girl Half Marathon & 5K race is now open! Thousands of women will flood the streets of downtown Grand Rapids on April 19, 2015, as they participate in the largest women's-only half marathon and 5k race in Michigan....
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 Egelmeer, of Holland...
At my twins' ten-year well visits this summer, we were put through the normal routine—charting growth and promising again to always wear bike helmets. But this year, something new was brought up. My pediatrician looked at my husband and said, "You know, it's probably...
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Looking for activities that include your furry friends in the festivities? Mark your calendar for Sunday, October 19, noon to 3, at Manhattan Park, where plenty of fun will be had—and for a doggone good reason! The BISSELL Howl-O-Ween Hoof and Woof is a...
Let's get something straight: We didn't volunteer to be the "poster women" for choosing a childfree existence. We love kids—other people's kids. This isn't so much an anthem we march to the beat of as a combination of timing, life events, and choice (shocking, we...
Atkins, paleo, cardio, strength-training, fasting, cleansing ... There are so many health fads out there, it's hard to know what's worth your time, money, and willpower. Expert evaluation and guidance can make all of the difference in getting results, as well as in...
Each of us has our favorite harbingers of fall, whether it's fallen leaves on the sidewalk, the return of the pumpkin spice latte at Starbucks, or weather that allows you to pull out your dark jeans, brown leather boots, and woolly sweaters. Fall also brings a change...
We're just weeks away from West Michigan's best event of the fall season ... Wine & Wig! This year promises to be as fun and whimsical as ever, and we can't wait for you to join us. Here are the top three reasons you won't want to miss it: Exceptional wine and...
Why bother contacting your elected officials? You're busy, right? Do they really listen, anyway? The answer to both questions is "yes"—so even though you're busy, take the time to let your representatives know your thoughts about the issues. In truth, only a small...