As my 4-year-old son and I set off to explore the natural sounds of our neighborhood at night, I reminded myself to be more like a butterfly flitting behind him and less like a hovering helicopter.

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Back-to-school time requires parents to find ways to get their kids to school on time. Smart alarm clocks can be helpful tools to manage the morning rush. USA TODAY Shopping provides a list of alarm ...