Having a second baby is an exciting time but can be a big adjustment for your family, including your first child – who has been an only child up to that point! Young ones can feel left out or cast aside as parents get busy with all the preparations and
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
