Parenting
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'We are forever grateful': Happy 3rd birthday to Greta, 15 months after she got a new heartApr 16, 2022 1:00 am - Greta Zilch celebrated her third birthday much like any other toddler. Her family and friends got together for a princess-themed party Saturday at her grandparents' home...
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Easter events: Egg hunts, bunny brunches and moreApr 10, 2022 11:00 pm - Easter is almost here. Check out our list of egg hunts, bunny visits, brunches and more. Thursday, April 14 Naperville Park District Flashlight Egg Hunt: Thursday, April...
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Three surprising types of behavioral therapy for childrenApr 09, 2022 7:00 am - What do you picture when you hear the word "therapy?" If you've never experienced behavioral therapy for yourself or your family, your ideas might center on what you've ...
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A guide to seasonal allergies in kidsApr 02, 2022 7:00 am - Signs of spring have officially arrived, meaning two things are likely right around the corner: warmer weather and seasonal allergies. Seasonal allergies affect roughly ...
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Pandemic's 'Fourth Wave' affects your child's mental healthMar 27, 2022 7:00 am - In two years, COVID-19 completely upended our way of life. As a society, we've been through so much in a short time: masking, isolation, disruption of routines, deaths, ...
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Caring in Action: Shelter, Inc. works to end the cycle of child abuse, create safe homes for allMar 24, 2022 6:00 am - Every child deserves to grow up in a loving home. But every day there are kids who are abused by their parents or another family member, whether physically or emotionall...
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Rosary High School to host March 28 program on adolescent mental healthMar 22, 2022 11:00 pm - On Monday, March 28, Rosary High School in Aurora is hosting a presentation for area parents titled "Your Child's Mental Health is Important" at 6:30 p.m. To reserve you...
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What to consider when deciding if your child should wear a maskMar 19, 2022 7:00 am - New COVID-19 guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention outlines when communities and families should wear face masks. Even in areas where mask guideli...
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District 62 to offer free, online parenting courseMar 18, 2022 6:00 am - Des Plaines School District 62 will launch a free parent education course later this month. Called "Parenting the Love and Logic Way," the six-week workshop is open to a...
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Pritzker announces initiative to improve children's behavioral health services
Mar 18, 2022 1:00 am - SPRINGFIELD — Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced the launch of an initiative Friday to improve behavioral and mental health services for children. The Children's Behavioral He...