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City vs Suburbs- Has your view changed after Shelter in Place?

City or suburbs is a question every Chicago parent eventually comes to, but has it crossed your mind more as Coronavirus moved in and changed the way we live?  While I’m not an expert at what’s right for your family, I can tell you that we’ve done both.  We learned...

Remote Learning Tools: 10 Digital Learning Apps & Websites to Try!

  If you’re moonlighting as a homeschool teacher for the next few weeks, technology can help get you up to speed. High quality apps and websites exist for every subject and every age. For younger kids, they can add some variation to other screen-free activities....

Anxiety & School Closures: How to Help Kids

  Recently, we spoke to The Local Moms Network contributor Caitlyn Dunn, LCSW, about how to speak to kids about coronavirus. In the few weeks since then, many schools across the country have closed—some with little notice. Parents may be wondering not only how to...

Small Business Sunday: Katie Baumgartner of Make to Celebrate

I came across Make to Celebrate while scrolling instagram one night and instantly feel in love.  The beads, sequins, & glitter ALL had me at hello!  The concept was one I hadn’t come across before and she offers something for all ages, even adults!  Read on to see...

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