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Parenting Advice Topics

Working Moms
Tips on juggling your two (or more!) jobs—mother and employee
New Moms
Connect with other new moms and watch videos on infant care
Raising Good Kids
Thoughts from parents on raising a city kid
Pregnancy
Support and resources during your 10-month journey
Sleep Training
Videos on infant sleep and more on that precious commodity
Healthy Children
Keeping kids well, both mentally and physically
Relationships
Articles and discussion about partners, in-laws and more
Discipline
Techniques, tips and tricks from experts—and parent experts
Behavior
Potty training, separation anxiety and managing kids’ moods
Developmental Differences
Support group, fair and more for parents of kids with special needs
Travel With Kids
Trip ideas and strategies for a fun family vacation
Working mom hacks: Tips and tricks to make your life easier
Coffee alone won't cut it. Parents who work full time need a plan to get out of the house on time in the morning with everyone fed, dressed and backpacks packed—without tears. (No one would blame you ...
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What to expect when you’re expecting a Chicago baby
Preparing to give birth in the City of Big Shoulders? Get ready. In addition to a generally friendly Midwestern vibe from passers-by, there are a handful of little-known watch-outs and hacks that Chic...
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Talking to kids about racism
Photo by Nathan Dumlao on Unsplash   “Mommy, why are people protesting?” “Well, some people did some really bad things to a man named George Floyd and people want everyone to know that ...
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Discussions

Will I regret getting divorced?

I've been married for 12 years, in a relationship for 16.  My husband and I have two daughters, ages 7 and 4. I'm the primary breadwinner.  My spouse lost his job in 2020 and never really recovered. He's been unemployed for 4 of the last 5 years. He also has a drinking problem. I've stayed in the ma...

Know Vegas? Recs please

We've decided to take our 16 yr old son to Vegas for his first time for March Break because he wants to go to the Sphere. We will be at Linq for 3 days (middle of strip) & near Caesar's I think. We are not gamblers and due to his age we are trying to do outdoor activities during the day because ...

High anxiety/borderline panic - which meds helped you?

I’m experiencing high anxiety/borderline panic, and I’m perseverating and spiraling. I’m in therapy and have an appt to start meds soon. Looking for feedback if meds helped with similar symptoms and if so which one specifically. I was in a similar situation two years ago was prescribed certraline an...

NYC Restaurants

A friend and I are headed to NYC for a theater weekend - we have the shows figured out but have no idea where to eat! Any suggestions? We'd love to go to at least 1 fabulous Italian restaurant but have room for a couple other options too. ...

Oral Surgeon for Wisdom Teeth removal (teen)

Hi NPN!  My daughter (15) may need her wisdom teeth removed this summer (per both ortho and dentist).  We have gotten two oral surgeon referrals.  Does anyone have experience with either Jordan Ledger at Chicago Oral Surgery & Implant Center, or Firas Katabi (or Emily Smythe) at Armitage Oral Su...


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