Articles filed under Parenting
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What are some no-cost, screen-free activities for toddlers
Sep 2, 2023 8:44 AM - Most parents want to provide more for their children than their parents were able to do for them. But, have you ever noticed how kids tend to have fun with things as simple as a cardboard box? It's true. -
Glenbard Parent Series speaker to share the benefits of self-love
Sep 1, 2023 5:27 PM - On Tuesday, Sept. 19, the Glenbard Parent Series: Navigating Healthy Families will present "The Path to Loving Ourselves: Self-Compassion and Self-Care for Turbulent Times" with best-selling author Shelly Tygielski. -
The math problem: Kids are still behind. How can schools catch them up?
Aug 29, 2023 9:22 AM - Across the country, schools are scrambling to catch up students in math as post-pandemic test scores reveal the depth of missing skills. On average, students' math knowledge is about half a school year behind where it should be, according to education analysts.
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Canine friends help kids' health, especially in the hospital
Aug 27, 2023 8:26 AM - At Ascension Saint Alexius in Hoffman Estates, a golden retriever named Link is particularly good at helping kids to relax through stressful procedures while in the hospital. -
Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital opens Mothers' Milk Depot drop-off
Aug 24, 2023 6:36 PM - Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital and Mothers' Milk Bank of the Western Great Lakes are partnering to bring a new human milk drop-off depot to Geneva. -
Navigating conversations about underage drinking with teenagers
Aug 19, 2023 6:00 AM - The "raising a teenager" phase brings its own unique set of obstacles, including how to navigate their potential curiosities and behaviors around alcohol. Here are some tips on how families can effectively communicate with their child on this tough topic while knowing the potential consequences and prioritizing their safety. -
The return of schedules: How parents can make the most of back-to-school energy
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Keeping kids safe: Police offer tips, as school year begins
Aug 15, 2023 3:46 PM - As young students begin another school year, police and safety agencies are reminding everyone has a role in keeping children safe on their way to and from school. -
Orthopedic surgeon's tips on preventing back-to-school injuries
Aug 12, 2023 8:52 AM - The start of a new school year is just around the corner. With so much to prepare, avoiding orthopedic injuries may not be the first thing on the to-do list. However, as a pediatric surgeon, I will tell you there are a number of prevention strategies you can easily incorporate into your back-to-school prep. -
Radio Flyer to open first retail store at Woodfield Mall in November
Aug 10, 2023 1:18 PM - The 106-year-old Chicago-based Radio Flyer company will open its first retail store this November at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg.
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