‘Tis the season for holiday shopping. It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but if your list is a mile long and your ideas are a mile short, stress can take over. Luckily, your hunt for the perfect present ends here. We’ve searched near and far for the ultimate gifts for everyone […]
Disclaimer: this gift guide for kids is tech-free. And that is a good thing, as we choose gifts that kids will love, and some that will even bring the whole family together. El: The Chicago Transit Adventure Board Game, Transit Tees, $40 If you have a child that loves the El, this new game is […]
Not sure what to buy for the men on your list? They’ll love these ideas, which include some Chicago-made products and classes with their favorite celebrities. Chicago Athletic Association Sweatshirt, The People’s Garment Co., $40 This super-soft sweatshirt is designed and made in Chicago, and you can shop The People’s Garment Co. products at Chicago […]
Truth be told, the most wonderful time of the year can also be the most stressful. Between now and the New Year, there are plenty of stress-inducing situations you may need to handle with care. Are you feeling guilty about how you’re splitting time among family members? Does your spouse’s over-the-top gift budget touch off […]
Being grateful is well, great — great for your health, great for your kids, and great for everyone around you. Studies show grateful people are less depressed and stressed and report higher levels of happiness and optimism. It also improves your overall mental health. So how do you encourage gratitude in your family? Start at […]
The thunder of drums is reverberating through Puerto Vallarta’s downtown and parade participants in bright colors and skeletal face paint are dancing and marching and twirling along the parade route. It’s Día De Los Muertos: The theme is death, yes, but the celebration is exuberant. It’s in this moment that I feel joy and grief […]
Fall is almost here, which means it’s time to start planning a day trip to one of the many apple orchards and/or pumpkin patches around the Chicago area. Plus, the arrival of fall means there will be plenty of days perfect for snuggling up in a cozy sweater with a good book or the hottest […]
Heather Hester from Chrysalis Mama is here to transform the conversation around having an LGBTQ+ teenager. In the two and a half years since her son embraced his sexual identity as a young gay man, Heather and her family have felt every emotion, and have experienced dozens of situations ranging from heartwarming and humorous to […]
Don’t think twice about giving your kids the gift of music. Learning music is like a giant party for your kid’s brain, and nearly every part — from the frontal lobes to the brain stem — is invited! Countless studies show kids who take music lessons reap benefits that cross into several developmental areas. And […]
Every parent knows that getting ready in the morning is no minor task, and with back to school looming, it’s time to prepare. Here are some tips we pulled from the experts – actual moms.
