Parenting
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Mom crafts book out of texty pearls of wisdom for new grads
Apr 11, 2016 7:00 am - NEW YORK (AP) - Becky Blades wrote her oldest daughter a letter after she left home for college offering all the advice and words of wisdom she wished she had dispensed ...
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Banned chemical still used in hospital IVs is linked to attention deficit disorder
Apr 09, 2016 7:00 am - A chemical used to make plastic IV tubes and catheters has been linked to attention deficit disorder in children who received treatment for a serious illness, according ...
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Parents can teach children it's OK to be imperfectApr 09, 2016 1:00 am - There are few things I enjoy as much as being a father. There are also few things I find as challenging as being a father. This was true when our children were young and...
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Grieving her marriage, a mom found resilience in running
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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 ...