Child Development
Parent to Parent: Chores
Chores… for moms and dads is just a part of our typical day. But what about for our kids? Should it be an expected part of being in a household? Should they be paid? Or […]
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Shop Local
Spring Pop-Up Shops in Lake County {2016}
With Mother’s Day right around the corner, and a summer filled with the usual plethora of celebrations, shopping for gifts is always on our minds during this season. Shopping at the big box stores can help […]
Family Travel
Little Reviews: Petit Somme Neck Pillow
Our family is a pack of road warriors. Let us throw our copious suitcases, duffles of snacks and toys, and odds and ends in the back of the minivan and hit the road! Give us […]
Family Travel
Splash into Spring Break with Foss Swim School: Timber Ridge Lodge {Lake Geneva}
Our Gas Tank Getaways: Spring Break Edition is fueled by Foss Swim School. Follow us all this week for splash-tastic ideas for your own Spring Break road trip. At Foss Swim School, they recognize that […]
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Introducing Kirby’s Kids: Little Hands, Big Hearts
Do you know of an extraordinary child here in Lake County who you would call a “hero?” Maybe they decided to collect hats and mittens for the homeless, maybe they ran a lemonade stand to buy school supplies […]
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How to Host a Messy Play Date Without Losing Your Mind
When the big kids are back in school, host a MESSY good time for your little ones still at home! Forty kids younger than the age of eight + exploding paint, shaving cream, body art, edible art and […]
Family Travel
Traveling with Kids without Losing Your Mind
The words “Road Trip” have the potential to strike terror into the hearts of parents of small children. But, I love being able to cram the majority of my worldly possessions into my vehicle, leave […]
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Growing Your Garden with Little Helping Hands
Typically I don’t encourage my kids to get dirty, muddy, grubby and sweaty. But when it saves me money and helps them eat their vegetables–I’m all for it! By lending a few helping hands to […]
Kids in the Kitchen
Kids in the Kitchen with Girl and Her Kitchen: Strawberry Lemonade
Heather is a mom to three kids, who all love to cook! Together, they are the Kids in the Kitchen with Girl and Her Kitchen, creating food and recipes the whole family will love! As […]
Outdoor Play
Spring Break Chicago-Style: Lincoln Park Zoo FREE Year-Round
There’s no need to get on a plane for Spring Break. Lake County families who want to “get away” for Spring Break have an international vacation destination right on our doorstep! Hop on the Metra or […]