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Summer Safety for Little Ones

Northern Michigan offers many options for summer fun. From a day at the beach to biking area trails, families have countless activities to choose from. Make all the memories you can during your northern Michigan summer but keep it safe by following these helpful reminders.

Preparing Your Nursery

There are many milestones on your path to parenthood, from the positive sign on pregnancy test to your first ultrasound. But there is something about preparing a nursery that makes your pregnancy start to feel a little more “real.” As you begin your planning to create a perfect space for your baby, remember to take […]

Baby-Proofing Your Home

When bringing home a new baby, a new viewpoint is also needed to assess your home and ensure that it's safe for your child.

Finding a Babysitter

A trusted babysitter is a valuable resource, and will give you peace of mind when you're away from your child. But how do you find the right person?

Car Seat Safety

No matter how careful you are on the road, accidents happen and it is important to protect your smallest passengers with a properly installed car seat or booster.

Beach Safety

Northern Michigan has water everywhere. Make safety a priority and have the right information so you can enjoy the beach without worry.

Safe Sleep for Newborns

The (sometimes annoying) things you need to do to keep your baby safe while sleeping

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Alcona, Alpena, Antrim, Arenac, Benzie, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Clare, Crawford, Emmet, Gladwin, Grand Traverse, Iosco, Isabella, Kalkaska, Lake, Leelanau, Manistee, Mason, Mecosta, Missaukee, Montmorency, Newaygo, Oceana, Ogemaw, Osceola, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon, and Wexford Counties.