Any woman who has ever pumped breast milk between meetings, arrived late to daycare pickup (once again), or been passed over for a promotion because she leaves the office earlier than childless colleagues knows the struggle of trying to combine work and motherhood. The pressure to climb the corporate ladder while also throwing Pinterest-perfect birthday […]
From soccer team to student council to Science Olympiad and everything in between, there are an extraordinary number of extracurricular activities available to kids today. Their day remains, however, just 24 hours long. Before your child becomes a member of every club and team, see what the experts say about finding a good balance of […]
From soccer team to student council to Science Olympiad and everything in between, there are an extraordinary number of extracurricular activities available to kids today. Their day remains, however, just 24 hours long. Before your child becomes a member of every club and team, see what the experts say about finding a good balance of […]
Once you have children, kid-centered family vacations start to replace those spontaneous weekend getaways and romantic tropical vacations you used to take with your spouse. Sure, making memories with the kids at Disney World is wonderful, but every once in a while, mama needs a quiet beach, a steamy novel and a cold Mai Tai! […]
On Aug. 23, Historic Wagner Farm reached the 1 million visitors milestone. The farm, which has been part of the Glenview Park District since 2000, began counting visitors in 2002. The 1 millionth visitors were the Barnett family, who received a certificate and a VIP family event pass. Wagner Farm, which is open to the public for recreation […]
When it comes to opportunities to enjoy arts and culture, Chicago is a veritable wonderland. With offerings so numerous it could take a lifetime to explore them all, it’s a good idea to get started young. Think your preschooler is too young? Think again. Here are some of our favorite museums and cultural institutions that […]
With the latest school year upon us, families are going to be looking for advice on how to make this year a smashing success. We’re here to help with plenty of tips for the whole school year for all ages — preschool, elementary and high school. The 13 Best Back-to-School Trends According to Top Chicago […]
Have you ever sat at the kitchen table trying to get your frustrated child to complete his or her homework after a long day of school and extracurricular activities? As a parent, you may have felt conflicted in those moments. On one hand, you want to respect your child’s teacher and their approach to learning. […]
High school is an exhilarating era of growing independence (driving! dating!) punctuated by milestones like first jobs and college visits. And yet, more and more frequently words like burnout, pressure and stress are being used to describe the high school experience. As our children come of age in a high-achievement environment, what can we as […]
Major changes to college-entrance exams like the ACT and SAT can make Hamlets of us all, leaving us wondering what to do, which path to take, and whether ‘tis nobler to ACT or SAT! To help students and families with this decision, Academic Approach is offering guidance on which test might be a better fit. […]
