Parenting
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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...
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Five questions to ask at your child's next doctor visitMar 13, 2022 7:00 am - According to a recent study by the Huron Consulting Group, there are two things that matter most to parents when it comes to their relationship with their family physici...
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An emotional safety plan will help your child copeMar 05, 2022 6:00 am - We take care of our bodies by eating healthy, exercising and practicing good hygiene. Our minds and our hearts need us to take care of them, too - especially in the face...
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Glenbard District 87 webinar to help adults have meaningful conversations with teensMar 02, 2022 10:00 pm - On Wednesday, March 16, the Glenbard Parent Series: Navigating Healthy Families will present "14 Conversations You Need to Have by Age 14 (15, 16 and 17)!" with Michelle...
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Are you concerned about your baby's head shape?Feb 27, 2022 6:00 am - Does your baby have a flat spot on the side or back of his or her head? Known as plagiocephaly, the condition can be present at birth or develop over time. Common causes...
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KidsMatter, Naperville Police Department holding youth mental health forumFeb 23, 2022 12:00 am - KidsMatter and the Naperville Police Department will be hosting a youth mental health forum Thursday at the city's municipal center. "Protecting Our Children: Understand...