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Metro Detroit Mommy aims to be your number one resource for family fun in metro Detroit. We began in 2010 as our founder realized that there were no resources for family fun listed online, and searches for things-to-do became tedious. We strive to be the one-stop-shop for family activities to save you the time and frustration of always trying to come up with new experiences for you and your family to enjoy.

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Here are our top 5 reasons why we believe you’ll love Metro Detroit Mommy:

We’re Current: Metro Detroit Mommy actively aims to keep our articles and information as current and accurate as possible. We have over ten years invested into building relationships with promoters, venues, local governments, charities, and businesses, who all work with Metro Detroit Mommy to share with you everything exciting going on in southeast Michigan. You can view our most recent stories here!
We’re Inclusive: Metro Detroit Mommy is building up it’s resources so that the hard to find is easier to find! We’ve added resources for special needs and accessible events and places, and have plans to keep increasing our focus so that we are inclusive to many!
We Have The Biggest Guides: Metro Detroit Mommy usually has the most listings available, as we maintain and build relationships with venues, promoters, non-profits, sponsors, and others, and continuously seek out an extensive list of sources to provide you with the largest variety of options possible.
We’re Local: Metro Detroit Mommy is founded by a local Michigander who was born and raised here in metro Detroit. Since then, we have become a determined group of business creatives, including photographers, writers, project managers, and stay-at-home parents.
We’re There: Metro Detroit Mommy is focused on providing you our own images and stories from our amazing writers and photographers, who seek to ensure that many places and events on our site come from a personal vantage point. We hope that by sharing our experiences you will find the perfect thing-to-do with your family!
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RECENT STORIES:

  • The Subtle Surge of Women’s Health Concerns  

    Women tend to be the coordinators and decisionmakers for their entire family’s healthcare. The United States Department of Labor found women make approximately 80% of the health care decisions for their families. And when someone in the family is ill, the women are usually the caregivers.  The time, organization and stress of these responsibilities can be taxing, and women may put their own health needs on the back burner while taking…

  • Addison Oaks Park and Campground – Oakland County Parks

    Visitor’s Guide, image gallery, and info for Addison Oaks Park and Campground in Leonard. Admission info, hours and activities.

  • Mother’s Day DIY Edible Bouquet

    Mother’s Day is one of the biggest spending holidays of the year, with Americans expected to spend a record $38 billion in 2026.  But expensive gifts don’t have to be the whole story. According to Drive Research, 81% of moms say thoughtfulness matters more than cost. A DIY edible bouquet becomes both an affordable gift and an activity families can create together. …

  • How Metro Detroit Moms Use Life Assure to Care for Aging Parents

    For many Metro Detroit moms, the “sandwich years” are a daily balancing act. The school carpool starts at 7:15 a.m. The work day starts somewhere around 8:30. The text from a sister or brother, asking whether anyone has heard from Mom since Tuesday, has started to land at unpredictable times. The traffic on I-696 is…

  • Sandverse Play Space Now Open in Farmington Hills – Michigan’s 1st Indoor Sandbox for Kids

    If you’re looking for a unique indoor play option for younger kids, a brand new concept just opened in Metro Detroit. Sandverse Play Space is now open in Farmington Hills, bringing Michigan’s first large-scale indoor sandbox play experience to local families. This creative, sensory-based play space is designed for kids who love to dig, build,…

  • Generation AI and the Real Consequences of Digital Comfort for Teens

    A survey found that 72% of kids age 13 to 17 have engaged with generative artificial intelligence (AI) companions at least once, while more than half of those polled said they talk to chat bots at least a few times a month.   Monitoring their child’s internet use can be difficult, and understanding how kids and teens interact with AI can feel overwhelming – but parents may have the…