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Parenting dilemma: Should I let my tween daughter wear a thong?
Chicago Parent Editorial Team
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March 13, 2020
Parents weigh in.
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Smithsonian cancels Museum Day
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March 12, 2020
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February 13, 2020
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January 23, 2020
Escape to the Caribbean.
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November 15, 2019
Have a pamper party!
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November 4, 2019
The perfect gifts for ages 10+!
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Chicago mom navigates the middle school mindset
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September 27, 2019
Middle school is rough.
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September 24, 2019
Fun for ghouls and goblins—young and old!
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September 19, 2019
Almost as fun as story time!
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