Parenting
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Exploring what your child CAN doFeb 02, 2015 4:01 am - Every parent undergoes a transformation during those early years of parenthood. It's inevitable. Baby's first smile, those shaky first steps, baby's gurgling turns into ...
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Dist. 200 parents might form special needs PTAFeb 01, 2015 6:35 am - Parents of special needs students in Wheaton Warrenville Unit District 200 soon may have a new resource available to them in the form of a parent-teacher association. Th...
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Apps that actually get your kids movingJan 31, 2015 6:01 am - Getting your child off the couch can be difficult, especially when it's cold outside. Below are three iPad apps that will help your child be more active and healthy thro...
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Understanding the brain inside your teenJan 31, 2015 6:01 am - A stranger has moved into your house. You're not sure what to do about it. He raids your fridge, takes command of your television, hogs the bathroom and leaves a mess ev...
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Kohl exhibit keeps kids engaged and learningJan 30, 2015 5:00 am - Baby, it's cold outside. If cabin fever in your house has hit its limit, don't despair. We have a world-class children's museum in our own backyard. Glenview's Kohl Chil...
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Skilagna (aka Jerome's Skillet Lasagna)Jan 29, 2015 5:01 am - 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup chopped onion 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 Italian sausage links ½ pound ground beef 3 cups garlicky pasta sauce (about 1½, 24-ounce jars) 6 o...
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Move over, Mom: Lasagna-Stroganoff mash-up a smashing dinner successJan 29, 2015 5:00 am - I love my mom's lasagna. I like the cheesy layers and the thick meat sauce. I also like beef Stroganoff. The first time I had it was at camp one summer. I liked the way ...
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Are you speaking your child's love language?Jan 28, 2015 5:01 am - Michelle Stieb of Schaumburg showers her 2-year-old daughter, Skyler, with plenty of hugs and kisses. As a treat, the toddler particularly enjoys snuggling in her parent...
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Parents talk teen safety in LincolnshireJan 16, 2015 4:30 am - Parents concerned about their teens' safety packed the boardroom at Lincolnshire's village hall Thursday night for a frank discussion about drinking, drugs and the risks...
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Eight new apps get thumbs up from kids and parentsJan 14, 2015 1:01 am - In addition to being fun, most of the eight apps we are featuring offer opportunities to learn something - so they earn a thumbs-up from both kids and parents. Toca ...