If you were lucky enough to get an iPad over the holidays, you’re probably wondering which apps should you download. Our geek girls have gathered a few of their favorite picks to get you started. Start Your Morning Off Right Night Stand HD The iPad doesn’t come with an alarm clock out of the box. […]
Every year we make the same-old resolutions, and every year we inevitably fail to keep them—it’s time for a resolution revolution! Where old resolutions felt like punishments, our new-and-improved resolutions focus on enjoyment, not deprivation. Here, we put a positive spin on the age-old negative thinking. Old Resolution: Achieve balance on your scale. New Resolution: […]
It happened to me last weekend. My 11-year-old had a pea-sized bump on his shin. I panicked: What if it’s a blood clot? And then I did what every other parent does, debated whether it warranted an after-hours call to the pediatrician. Thank goodness I have a pediatrician who encourages patients to call. “It’s my […]
Want the secret behind Venus Williams’ serve? Lincolnshire-based Pro Tips 4U offers techniques from Olympic Gold Medalists, World Champions, Paralympians and more. Owner Mark Leonard says, “As a kid, I would have been thrilled to get Ernie Banks’ baseball tips, or Walter Payton’s football tips. Now my kids—and kids around the world—will get their chance!” […]
The holidays are supposed to be special, and spending money isn’t a sin. But you can avoid a lot of the craziness and the large price tag that comes with it. Remove the financial sting and make the season special again with these helpful hints. You can’t follow a budget if you don’t make one […]
Evanston moms Susan Abraham and Allison Gordon were sick of the same-old yoga wear. The solution? They started TULAA7, a line of colorful, organic cotton yoga shirts representing the seven chakras—the body’s energy centers. Each shirt comes with a tag explaining the chakra and why it might personally resonate. Abraham, a yoga and pilates teacher, […]
For those fighting to sleep through hot flashes, aches, pains and the like, there’s help. The negatively charged ions in the fabric of Goodnighties are scientifically proven to reduce aches and pains, and the fabric also wicks away moisture. That’s why Highland Park residents Sarah Baldwin and Jack Weissman, who handle marketing and sales for […]
The holiday shopping boom brings some new retailers to Westfield Old Orchard. Look for: Charlotte Russe, for affordable, on-trend women’s clothing, similar to the fashions available at H&M and Forever 21; Adagio Teas, offering every leaf and tea set you ever dreamed of; and a pop-up FAO Schwarz store for the lil’ ones. Westfield Old […]
What happens when your girlfriend dumps you? Endless tears brought on by grief… A mango-size pit in your stomach, aching from sadness… The desire to consume a pint of Ben and Jerry’s Chubby Hubby in one sitting to fill the empty space in your heart… These symptoms are pretty typical when a romantic relationships ends, […]
Egéa spa, which supports numerous local organizations, recently became the only full-service spa in the area that offers oncology massage—specialized pain-relief for those living with cancer. After a rigorous training and certification process with oncology massage expert Isabel Adkins, 10 staff members can now perform the relaxing, non-invasive treatment. $90 for a 60-minute massage. Egéa […]
