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Dr. Steven Dayan is giving back to inner city schoolchildren by offering them a chance for a college scholarship. Read more...

One mom's pursuit of the perfect birthday cake. Read more...
Lawmakers can play a huge role in protecting children when an order of protection is in place. Read more...

During a temper tantrum from her son, reader Annemarie Husser learns a lesson about the importance letting kids be who they are. Read more...
Why pretend to like 'Jane Eyre' when you could throw a fashion show? Chicago Parent blogger Meredith Sinclair has a few ideas to jazz up your girlfriends gathering. Read more...