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01 May 2018
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May Day, May Day! The great month of May is on its way, the month that finishes the seasonal transition from Spring to Summer. Celebrate May and the changing seasons with your family at some of these great things to do with the kids in Chicago this May! 1. Celebrate some Polish history at the
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18 April 2018
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We know that being a parent keeps you busy and on the go, with little free time. Meal preparation can be a time and attention-consuming process, and some days you just may not have enough of either to make a grand feast with all the courses and trimmings. But that’s no reason to sacrifice great
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31 March 2018
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It’s Easter time! Between the nicer weather that comes with the changing seasons and the fun of having a holiday that is celebrated with candy, chocolate, and bunnies, Easter is definitely one of the most fun holidays to celebrate with your little ones. If you’re looking for some fun ideas to do with kids to
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28 March 2018
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We’ve covered in the past that screen time for kids should be used sparingly and not relied on as a substitute for your presence and attention, but there are some good TV shows out there that can be great to watch with your kids. It may seem like a lot of kids TV programming is about
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28 February 2018
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March is on its way, and with it will come warmer temps, longer days, and that springtime stretch as our minds wander back to spending more time being active out of the house. Fortunately there are lots o things to do with kids in Chicago in March to help get you back out there and enjoying
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18 February 2018
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We’re always all in favor of any opportunity to celebrate and learn, and Presidents’ Day is a great holiday to do both with your child! While Valentine’s Day is the oft-celebrated holiday of February, Presidents’ Day can also be a lot of fun to share and observe with your little one. Presidents’ Day is a
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31 January 2018
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After the death of a loved one and going through the first steps of talking to your toddler about a death, there are often funeral services that will be held to memorialize the person. The time immediately after a person passes away can be a whirlwind of emotions and things to do, and it can
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21 January 2018
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Death may be a normal and expected part of the circle of life, but it is almost never an easy thing to experience or talk about, and often comes suddenly and without warning. It can be a big experience for a toddler when they encounter death for the first time. Whether it’s a parent, spouse,
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31 December 2017
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New Year’s Eve often has connotations with staying up late, partying, maybe cutting loose and getting a little crazy to ring in the new year, and having to find a sitter or else not going out or celebrating the New Year festivities. But just because you have kids doesn’t mean you can’t still celebrate in
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19 December 2017
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Live in Chicago but itching to hit the slopes with the kids this year? Are they finally old enough to get started on skis or a snowboard? Chicago itself may not have ski lifts, but there are a good selection of resorts a short day trip away. So grab the family and your chosen method
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