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Whether you need a nanny, nanny share or camp during school breaks, NPN can help you find childcare in Chicago. Learn how to choose a great nanny, then go to the Childcare Classifieds, where parents post recos for childcare providers they love but no longer need. School-age kids have tons of options for fun, engaging camps. Don’t miss our annual Summer Camp Fair in February!


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How to find a nanny
In today's economy, many households have two working parents. That's where a nanny comes in. But hiring a nanny to care for your little one can be an intimidating process. As a former nanny and the fo...
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7 ways daycare changed our lives for the better
Truth be told, I’m the last person who wanted to put her child in daycare. When my son was born, we had a full-time nanny. When he was 18 months old, we found ourselves needing a new child care arrang...
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How to tell if a summer camp is a good fit for your kid
I'm a parent like you and I’ve had to choose a summer camp for my own kids a zillion times. With so many options available, how do you know when a summer program is the right fit for your child and fa...
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Discussions

Camp Mystic

The news out of Texas is horrifying. I can't imagine sending my kids to a sleep-away camp hours away and then getting this news. Also, I have never understood how parents manage to drop off their kids at camp for a month and then go out of the country on vacation??? I read about it sometimes on this...

Super Sitters vs. K Grace

Curious if folks have a view on which agency is better - Chicago Super Sitters or K Grace? Also open to another agency you think might be even better than both. Thanks! ...

Where should college-aged babysitter "advertise" for new families/babysitting jobs?

Where do you recommend my 19 yo rising college sophomore look for babysitting jobs in the city?  Currently she babysits periodically for 2 families but used to have 2 additional families she babysat for but one just moved and another child aged out, so she is looking to expand her clientele.  Typica...

Looking for a Fun New Activity? Try Diving at Northwestern!

Looking for a unique and exciting activity for your child this summer? Evanston Diving Club at Northwestern University offers a safe, fun, and supportive environment where kids can learn the fundamentals of diving—no experience needed! We offer free tryouts, and our program includes tra...

Seeking feedback on Camp Kawaga

We’re considering sending our DS there for sleepaway camp next summer.  I’m doing my research and will visit the camp at some point this summer but was also hoping to get personal feedback from those who have sent their kids there.  My DS has ADHD, which is fairly well controlled on medication.  He ...


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