Sitting in rush hour traffic, shuttling the kids to sports games and birthday parties, taking road trips to visit colleges — for better or worse, most busy families spend a lot of time in the car. If you approach keeping your car organized in the same way you would the kitchen or mudroom, you’ll find […]
In her most recent book, “Teach Your Children Well: Why Values and Coping Skills Matter More Than Grades, Trophies, or ‘Fat Envelopes,’” Madeline Levine, Ph.D., a practicing psychologist with almost 30 years of experience, prolific New York Times bestselling author, and educator, argues that real success is an “inside job” not measured by report cards […]
Make It Better hosts Money, Values and Impact to help people impact their financial future. [View the story “Money, Values & Impact” on Storify]
Editor’s Note: Make It Better Publisher, Susan Noyes, recently hosted a private event and book-signing with supermodel Beverly Johnson, who is one of the dozens of women who have accused comedian Bill Cosby of drugging or assaulting them. After the event, one of the invitees contacted Susan to share her story of having successfully, though painfully, prosecuted the man who […]
Do you experience dryness, itching, burning, painful urination or pain during intercourse? More than 40 percent of women experience these types of symptoms in menopause, during treatment for breast cancer, and while breastfeeding. The MonaLisa Touch treatment is a painless alternative to surgeries or hormone creams. This treatment delivers gentle laser energy to the vaginal […]
This spring, don’t take fashion so seriously; the season’s hottest looks are all about fun. Many of the trends complement each other so don’t be afraid to pair a few in one outfit. Here are the styles you can look forward to wearing once sweater season is over. Open Shoulders, Shoulder Cut-Outs and Off-the-Shoulder Double […]
Summer camp can be one of the most exciting experiences for kids. Nowadays, there are summer camps for every interest — sports, theater, music, tech, and even camps for the whole family. Here are some of our tips to help your kids get the most out of camp and advice for parents on the fence […]
From overnight camps to tech- and art-focused camps for kids, these great camps will leave Chicago area kids never wanting summer to end. Overnight Camps Camp Miniwanca From cherished traditional camp activities for middle schoolers to exhilarating adventures for teens, Camp Miniwanca programs make it hard for campers to leave. Managed by the American Youth Foundation, a […]
When you make the painful decision to file for divorce, you know there will be some expenses, namely legal fees. But, the end of a marriage can trigger all sorts of costs, many of which soon-to-be-ex spouses don’t anticipate because they are (understandably) mired in the emotional aspects of splitting up. One big increased expense […]
This spring, O, the Oprah Magazine has partnered with Talbots to debut a limited edition seven-piece capsule collection. The line is available at Talbots stores nationwide Feb. 22 through April 3, with a launch party at Talbots at Westfield Old Orchard in Skokie on March 3. O’s Creative Director and one of the most respected […]
