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September 2011

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Finish the summer at Crashfest

Cindy Richards -
There's something cathartic about watching grown men (and women) crashing cars, trucks and big rigs.
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Are you a domestic commando?

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There's a new mom title in town and it's anti-supermom.
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What’s in your kid’s backpack?

Beth Braccio -
After six years, Beth Braccio still isn't sure what her son will come home with.
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Celebrate Grandparents Day this weekend

Elizabeth Diffin -
Ideas to keep the bonds between your kids and your parents strong for years to come.
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9/11: 10 years later

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Events in the Chicago area are observing 9/11 for kids who were still in diapers (or not yet born) on that fateful day.
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Plugged-In Parent | An earful on explicit songs

Sharon Miller Cindrich -
Dealing with explicit songs downloaded by your kids.
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Making deals to stay together

Bruce Clements -
Getting past the anger to save your relationship.
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Fab Mama | Techie tools for the “new year”

Meredith Sinclair -
Online finds to help you manage your back to school life.
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Elk Grove Village mom helps kids in need

Melanie Kalmar -
Teri Spragg always wanted more children, but her husband, Gary, wasn't so sure. What the Elk Grove Village couple did agree on was...
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Can’t figure out that car seat?

Anna Carlson -
Four out of five car seats are used incorrectly. Get help on Sept. 24 from certified technicians who will make sure your child's seat is approved and installed correctly.
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