Candace Cameron Bure, who played the oldest daughter in the '80s and '90s sitcom "Full House," is back on TV. She's written a book, had three kids, and has gained a lot of perspective on growing up in the limelight. Elizabeth Diffin chatted with her for a few minutes for ChicagoParent.com.  Read more...

A new study from the universities of Michigan and Illinois confirm what parents already know: kids sit and eat sugar in front of the TV.  Read more...

ChicagoParent.com editor Carrie Kaufman brought her daughters to the Chicago Toy and Game Fair with some specific instructions: play with the toys and tells us what you think. It was hard work, but somebody had to do it.  Read more...

It's December and Chicago Parent has so many stories about toys and games that we couldn't keep it all in one publication. Check this list before you finish your holiday shopping.  Read more...

One of our favorite things to do this time of year is drive around and see all the beautiful Christmas lights. Hopefully these stories will enhance your holiday season.  Read more...

A recent Girl Scout study found that a majority of teen girls who watch reality TV think all shows are completely realistic. America's Next Top Model contestant Kasia Pilewicz, and others, want them to know this is not the case.  Read more...

Julie Martin, Center Director of By Your Side in Schaumburg. offers parents advice on making the holidays special and stress-free for their special needs children.  Read more...

Carrie Kaufman muses on the history of Hanukkah, what it means, what it doesn't mean, and why Jews don't put up twinkling lights and have trees.  Read more...

Two handy at-home menorahs you can make with your kids.  Read more...

A number of shows are closing Dec. 23, and if any of these are on your list, it's time to stop checking and buy tickets.  Read more...

Greektown may not be on your list of family friendly hotspots, but the new National Hellenic Museum that opened last week on Halsted Street could change that.  Read more...

What movies are fun (and possibly educational) for kids without making parents want to scream from the stupidity? We talked to the director of movie reviews at CommonSenseMedia.org and got some recommendations.  Read more...

The non-scientific opinion website Sodahead.com rates Justin Bieber as the most overrated musical star of 2011. Do you agree?  Read more...