If you ask any group of kids whether they’d like to play soccer or tug-of-war, one thing’s for sure: Every child will want their vote to be counted! We can encourage our kids to become voters and help them learn through play. Check out these ideas to get started.  Read more...

Three families share their adoption stories and the importance of connections.  Read more...

You can create a home that supports your daughter and teaches her to love and value herself.  Read more...

This Michigan city is just a few hours away and has something to offer the whole family.  Read more...

Local kids chime in on everything good, bad and delicious about their hometown.  Read more...

Here are three places just as jolly as the North Pole, yet closer.  Read more...

Chicago families struggle to help their kids bridge gaps between social classes to fulfill the American Dream.  Read more...

Lots of bugs of all kinds, but especially the Leafcutter ants from Panama, invade the Notebaert Museum. And that's a good thing for your kids.  Read more...

A night out at the opera can be fun for the whole family.  Read more...

Choo-choo ambiance with food on a healthier track has two Chicagoland locations.  Read more...

"Mamaphobia" takes the everyday struggles of motherhood to the stage.  Read more...

Getting to the library can be difficult for some families, so a new program brings books closer to home.  Read more...

Includes fun twists on breakfast classics and pancakes "better than Mommy's".  Read more...

A few tips to bust the biting, thumb sucking and nose picking habits that can be so hard to break.  Read more...

The 10th anniversary of the ChiTag promises more toys, more games and more fun.  Read more...

You no longer need to struggle to find safe treats for your kids with allergies.  Read more...

Moms and kids can coexist on Facebook peacefully, but there are some rules to follow.  Read more...

Instead of ordering not-as-advertised toys from a catalog this holiday season, try shopping for gifts locally.  Read more...

Ways to save so you can spend your dollars on something more fun than the utility bill.  Read more...

A nighttime parade through the city puts everyone in the holiday spirit.  Read more...

Make plans now to see the show when it hits Chicago this winter.  Read more...

Just in time for the holiday season, some ideas to help your kids learn through baking.  Read more...

Planning to put a puppy under the tree? Consider adopting from a shelter.  Read more...

Instead of pulling out that trusty little black dress and same ol' statement necklace, consider giving some of this year's trendiest pieces a try.  Read more...

Marianne Walsh's family joins the Chicago Wellness program, going against her diet of Nutella and leftover pizza.  Read more...

Christopher Garlington makes the mistake of telling his kids about a DisneyWorld secret.  Read more...

A mom chooses to look beyond the mess and use crafting as a way to build a strong, lasting connection with her daughter.  Read more...