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Nursing Help Downriver

January 15, 2009

As a mom still nursing my second baby (I've made it almost a year! Whoo-hoo!) I am both a big fan of breastfeeding and aware of what a struggle it can sometimes be. Experience was not a boon when I had my second, either because each baby is different. Having someone who knows a lot, who has been there too and who is willing to help can be a godsend. And getting to know other moms who  Read more...

Tuesday List: Where to Find Friends

September 09, 2008

One of the seemingly widespread little secrets of modern motherhood is that it can be really, really hard to make friends, especially when your kids are little. On several internet discussion sites I belong to, the topic has come up and almost all of us feel a little isolated at least some of the time. With maybe two exceptions, my already existing friends I feel very comfortable with work  Read more...

Strengthening Your Parenting Skills

August 28, 2008

I'll just come right out and admit it sometimes I struggle with being a parent. When I had my daughter, a cousin told me it would be "the toughest job you'll ever love" and man alive was she right. But the good news is, I'm not the only one who feels this way. And because of that, there's help out there, from the nice mom of older kids at the playground who smiles and tells me it gets easier, to  Read more...

Escape for a Little Zoo-Mance

July 23, 2008

One of the cooler things our Savvy team here does occasionally is give our readers ideas for grown up activities. After all, "escapes" can mean a few hours away from our beloved children, right? I know I am a better mom and happier partner after a few hours to myself or a date night with my husband. And speaking of date nights, here's kind of a fun one: the zoo is having a " Summer Zoomance "  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in detroit

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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