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Health

5 top spots for family yoga in Chicago

Natalie Dal Pra -
Namaste.
Guides

Best new toys for toddlers under $50

Hillary Bird -
The perfect gifts for ages 1-3!
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Indulgent Pumpkin Spice spa treatments to fully embrace fall

Elizabeth Diffin -
Prepare to be pampered.
Indoors

The 3 best storytime locations in Logan Square

Candace Corner Miller -
Fun, free ways to foster a love of books (and keep kids entertained for an hour).
Special Needs

Chicago mom launches special business for people with special needs

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
New business, I am ..., is creating new opportunities for people with special needs.
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Snip! Snip! 4 top salons that cater to kids

Stephanie Benavidez -
Baby's first haircut is a memorable occasion.
Things to Do

Best places in Chicago to strike Instagram gold

Michelle Elfvin -
Although you can never have enough photos of yourself at The Bean--it's shiny and reflective, and almost impossible not to stop and admire--pry yourself...
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Recent Stories

School Issues

Illinois Budget Adds $307M to Equitable School Funding, Yet Gaps Remain

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Illinois boosts school funding by $307M in new budget, but education advocates say more is needed to close persistent equity gaps.
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Advice

Here’s How I Made $360 Selling Stuff on Facebook Marketplace

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Selling on Facebook clears my clutter and funds my side hustle — even with a full-time job and little kids at home.
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Outdoors

Watch Free Outdoor Family Flicks at Chicagoland’s Movies in the Park Events

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Grab some snacks and enjoy these fun family flicks at a park in the city of Chicago and surrounding suburbs.
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Public Schools

Top 10 Cook County Public Schools for Athletes

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Discover top Cook County schools for student athletes, ranked by Niche based on athletics programs, parent feedback and more.
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