At the end of the summer and the start of a new school year, fears loom large for parents with children about to start preschool – how will they deal with their child’s separation anxiety at the classroom door? Parents imagine their children feeling all kinds of scared, not wanting to be left without mom […]
Our kids live in a world inundated with technology and they have immense access to information. As parents, we often worry about the dangers of video games and the long-term effects of being plugged into the computer for too long. If you want to ensure that your kids are getting the most out of their […]
Sending your “baby” off to school for the first time is tough – even if it is just for a few hours a week. To help make this emotional stage of childhood (and parenting!) easier, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide loaded with practical advice and smart strategies. Whether you’re looking for guidance on choosing a preschool, […]
Swim lessons are a fun way for your kids to stay active year-round. Swim instruction has changed a lot in recent years, so follow these tips to make sure you’re getting the best possible experience for you and your family. 1. Safety Instructors should be well trained to never turn their back on their swimmers. […]
College is a time to explore, discover and ignite passions. One of the most unique and rewarding ways for college students to expand their horizons is to take a semester abroad. No matter where you go, spending a semester immersed in another culture and out of your comfort zone can help you develop critical thinking […]
Few phrases inspire more fear in parents than the dreaded “potty training.” But, getting your child to ditch diapers for big-kid pants doesn’t have to be painful. Jamie Glowacki, author of “Oh Crap! Potty Training: Everything Modern Parents Need to Know to Do It Once and Do It Right” (Touchstone, 2015), has counseled hundreds of […]
Can’t say yes to a dress? A custom gown could be calling your name! A good designer can knit together your ideas to make the dress of your dreams a blissful reality. But, while a one-of-kind wedding dress is an alluring proposition, the process of creating a custom gown can be confusing. To help demystify […]
Caregiving is all about attending to someone else’s needs. Whether that person is your child, friend or parent, taking care of others for an extended period of time can be mentally and physically exhausting. The reality is that many people—mostly women—are responsible for the well-being of their own children plus an aging parent or two. […]
Those garden-variety grocery store flowers will do in a pinch, but when you want to impress, a good florist is your best bet. We roamed the wilds of Chicago and the North Shore in search of the brightest florists in the field. Below is our perfectly pruned arrangement of floral designers to suit every taste […]
As day camps and summer jobs begin to wind down, it is evident that the new school year is around the corner. What better way to fuel the excitement than with a school supply shopping spree? The clean, organized look of new binders, shiny mechanical pencils and fresh notebooks is hard for anyone to resist. […]
