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Premature babies: How small is too small?

When Burnetta Herron-Mitchell, who is a surgeon, gave birth at 25 weeks, she knew the potential complications her baby could be in for. But complications don't happen all the time. What factors make the difference?  Read more...

Learning to care for a fragile preemie

Traci Morgan says she felt helpless watching the nurses do everything. But eventually, you learn from the nurses how to take care of your preemie.  Read more...

Two stories of premature twins

Kaitlyn and Christian Gleba and Christopher and Alexander Juraszek were all born at 26 weeks. Now five and nine, respectively, their health issues vary.  Read more...

Resources to help parents of newborns

After birth, there are the changes no one ever seems to talk about—like how becoming parents can drastically impact your relationship with your partner, or breastfeeding struggles and the lingering physical discomfort long after you've delivered.  Read more...

Chicago Moms: What's in your diaper bag?

Is your diaper bag filled with half-eaten snacks, leaking sippy cups and dirty wipes? Is it sometimes difficult to even find a diaper in there amidst the clutter? You are not alone!  Read more...

Parenting: Chicago versus suburbs - Chicago

Ryan Salzwedel with the argument for why parents should raise kids in the city.  Read more...

Parenting: Chicago versus suburbs - Suburbs

Vanessa Druckman with the argument for why the suburbs are the place to live and raise children.  Read more...

New mom groups in Chicago

New moms can easily get isolated with their babies. Here are some groups to help you connect with other women going through those first stages of motherhood.  Read more...

Answering questions about pregnancy
Diapers: Cloth or Disposable? - Disposable

Disposable or cloth diapers? Megan Murray Elesner take the disposable side of the debate.  Read more...

Diapers: Cloth or Disposable? - Cloth

Disposable or cloth diapers? Ellen Sternweiler says cloth diapers are better for the baby and the environment.  Read more...

Top new gear for new parents

Separating the must-haves from the rest.  Read more...

Getting a sleep trainer for your newborn

Danielle Braff's youngest child just wouldn't go to sleep. Finally, she called a sleep nanny service for help.  Read more...

Apps for parents

Your phone, not your mom, is the go-to guru these days.  Read more...

 

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