Parenting
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Grieving her marriage, a mom found resilience in running
Apr 04, 2016 5:55 am - Four months after my husband of 12 years moved states away, I clocked 60 miles in a single January on a treadmill at the only local gym I could find that offered child c...
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Parents' pre-pregnancy caffeine intake may affect miscarriage risk, NIH study warns
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Vacant store in Des Plaines may reopen as day careMar 30, 2016 1:00 am - A long-vacant store on Thacker Street in Des Plaines may soon be reopening as a child day care. Sylwia Wzorek and her mother Krystyna Wzorek, who operate a small home da...
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Kids who eat two breakfasts are less likely to be overweight than those who eat none
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Emotional skills middle school students needMar 25, 2016 6:00 am - In elementary school, I was too shy to address my teachers by name. I would hover nearby, hoping they would realize I had a question. I also was the new girl, and the ex...
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Kid-friendly Midwestern eateries that are worth the tripMar 25, 2016 6:00 am - It's easy and predictable to head to a chain restaurant whether you're at home or on vacation. But there are restaurants that give you more than a full tummy. Here are...
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Apps for kids: How to make road trips enjoyableMar 25, 2016 6:00 am - A vacation with your kids is fun, but the process of getting to your dream vacation spot can be a daunting task. Here are three iPad trips that ensure a stress-free and ...
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Gas tank getaways: Great Midwest family vacation spotsMar 25, 2016 6:00 am - The Midwest is packed with fun within-driving-distance-of-Chicago family vacation spots. The family travel experts at TravelingMom.com have been to dozens of places they...
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Today's two-career families face their own challengesMar 20, 2016 1:00 am - The two-career family is hardly an oddity. Recent statistics suggest that, in a large majority of families, both husband and wife will work outside the home for most of ...
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For partners, a postpartum problem