It’s the spookiest, kookiest, most fun time of the year for your little boos. But believe me — the fun is frighteningly fleeting. Princesses and pirates don’t keep much past the pre-teen years, and Oct. 31 blows by faster than the wind hits a jack-o’-lantern’s candle. So I say stretch the fun this month by […]
Training doesn’t stop after puppy school graduation. From potty training to pulling, there are simple things you can do to redirect bad behavior and turn your troublemaking tail wagger into the ultimate good dog. Five trainers weigh in on the top dog problems they see — and what you can do to stop them in […]
For the seventh year, our readers have voted for their favorite Chicago-area businesses in 11 categories. But before that, for the first time ever, we asked you to send us your nominations before voting began. We received more than 6,700 nominations! Now that the votes have been tallied, it’s time to announce our Best of […]
For the seventh year, our readers have voted for their favorite Chicago-area businesses in 11 categories. But before that, for the first time ever, we asked you to send us your nominations before voting began. We received more than 6,700 nominations! Now that the votes have been tallied, it’s time to announce our Best of […]
What if there was a single activity you could do at home, requiring no special equipment or cost of any kind, that would have lifelong benefits for the physical, emotional, academic and social health of every member of your family? And what if that activity was available to just about every household — but fewer […]
Every parent has been there — you apply and reapply sunscreen, only to worry about whether your child has enough protection from powerful UV rays. These concerns can be alleviated by outfitting your kiddos in one of this summer’s hottest fashion trends — sun-protective clothing. Designers are now offering adorable yet practical fashions for kids in quality fabrics […]
Your family probably has a few summer bucket-list items to get excited about: a trip to the zoo, a pool day, a night at the baseball park. But how about some family bike rides thrown in the mix? Whether you start a new tradition of post-dinner bike rides around the neighborhood or take weekend adventures […]
On July 22, Mott 50, the Pediatric Sun Protection Foundation and Advocate Children’s Hospital will co-host Sun Safety Day at Wrigley Field. The first 5,000 children to attend will receive a free SPF 100 swim shirt, featuring the Chicago Cubs World Series champion logo. Mott 50, a sun protective clothing company, was founded by Anne Reilly. Dr. Amy […]
The scary truth is even an experienced swimmer can drown. Here’s how to make sure your family is ready for a safe summer of fun in the water. Picture this: The sun is shining, the kids are splashing around in the pool and you’re relaxing nearby in a patio chair. With summer here, this scene […]
Today, as children’s lives are increasingly filled with academic drills and social media friendships, the life-changing impact of summer camp is more important than ever. Whether day- or overnight-camp, kids are provided with opportunities to safely choose their own adventures under the guidance of highly trained role models who are neither parent nor teacher. Camp […]
