Service Animals and Special Needs Kids
Suzanne Williams knew having a service animal would change her daughter's life. She just didn't expect how much. Four years ago, the Canton mom traveled with her then-9-year-old daughter, Erinne, who...
View ArticleTeen Headaches: Causes, Concerns and Cures
School, practice, homework, tests and more – is your teen's schedule giving her a headache? Don't reach for pain relievers just yet. Some headaches can be easily remedied while others may actually...
View ArticleEnergy Drink Dangers, Negative Health Effects on Children
I n just 8 ounces of Redline energy drink, there are more than 300 milligrams of caffeine – that’s equal to three cups of coffee – not to mention several other “energy-boosting” ingredients. Imagine if...
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2013 Mom Approved Docs Best Doctors in Southeast Michigan
When kids need medical care, parents want the best. But finding that perfect practitioner can be a challenge. That’s precisely why Metro Parent has once again set out to create the ultimate referral...
View ArticleSensory Processing Disorder in Kids
It looks a bit like autism – and a bit like attention deficit disorder. Hyperactivity and inattentiveness are a few of its characteristics – as are dyslexia, poor handwriting and an aversion to smells....
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Metro Parent Living With Autism Workshop
Each year, Metro Parent and Henry Ford Health System host this annual autism conference, which gives parents and professionals the chance to connect with doctors, service providers and more. The 2016...
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Best Doctors in Michigan: 2016 Mom-Approved Docs
Every year, Metro Parent asks readers to nominate the best doctors in Michigan – from the best pediatricians in Michigan’s southeast region (including the best pediatrician in Detroit) and beyond – to...
View ArticleConcussion Prevention Tips
A concussion can happen when your child gets tackled playing in a school football game or takes a tumble during cheerleading practice. A concussion can even be the result of a fender bender while...
View ArticleThe Children’s Hospital of Michigan Concussion Clinic
A concussion is far more serious than just a bump to the head. Sometimes, these brain injuries require intensive attention from multiple medical professionals over a longer period of time. At...
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Best Neurologists, Pediatric Neurologists in Southeast Michigan
A neurologist can treat everything from seizure disorders like epilepsy to headaches and developmental disorders. If your pediatrician suggests your child see a pediatric neurologist, there are...
View ArticleSeizures and Kids: What Parents Need to Know
It’s not unlikely a healthy child could have a seizure at some point during his life. In fact, up to 10 percent of the population will have a seizure in their lifetime, but what exactly causes these...
View ArticleService Animals and Special Needs Kids
Suzanne Williams knew having a service animal would change her daughter's life. She just didn't expect how much. Four years ago, the Canton mom traveled with her then-9-year-old daughter, Erinne, who...
View Article2013 Mom Approved Docs Best Doctors in Southeast Michigan
When kids need medical care, parents want the best. But finding that perfect practitioner can be a challenge. That’s precisely why Metro Parent has once again set out to create the ultimate referral...
View ArticleBest Neurologists, Pediatric Neurologists in Southeast Michigan
A neurologist can treat everything from seizure disorders like epilepsy to headaches and developmental disorders. If your pediatrician suggests your child see a pediatric neurologist, there are...
View ArticleSeizures and Kids: What Parents Need to Know
It’s not unlikely a healthy child could have a seizure at some point during his life. In fact, up to 10 percent of the population will have a seizure in their lifetime, but what exactly causes these...
View ArticleConcussion Prevention Tips
A concussion can happen when your child gets tackled playing in a school football game or takes a tumble during cheerleading practice. A concussion can even be the result of a fender bender while...
View ArticleThe Children’s Hospital of Michigan Concussion Clinic
A concussion is far more serious than just a bump to the head. Sometimes, these brain injuries require intensive attention from multiple medical professionals over a longer period of time. At...
View ArticleSensory Processing Disorder in Kids
It looks a bit like autism – and a bit like attention deficit disorder. Hyperactivity and inattentiveness are a few of its characteristics – as are dyslexia, poor handwriting and an aversion to smells....
View ArticleBest Doctors in Michigan: 2017 Mom-Approved Docs
Whether it’s the school they go to or the food they eat, we all want the absolute best for our kids. So, naturally, who we choose to entrust with their health is one of the toughest decisions to make....
View ArticlePonytail Headaches: A Very Real Pain for Kids
Ponytails are the ultimate no-fuss hairstyle for kids – but they can also be a big pain. The same style that keeps hair out of your daughter’s face and even helps her avoid head lice could,...
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