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06/11/08 • Wednesday
Dad's day out Got plans for dad on his special day? Here are some options that will spice up any Father's Day itenerary:
06/04/08 • Wednesday
Kids meals Dining out with the kids doesn't have to mean fast food ... or even burgers, for that matter. From Asian eateries to seasonal bistros, these restaurants are fit for families.
05/20/08 • Tuesday
Dealing with autism Check out these Web sites for information on autism and the issues that may arise when raising a child afflicted with the disease.
02/26/08 • Tuesday
New mother workouts In addition to getting rid of those pregnancy pounds faster, mom and baby classes expose little ones to fitness and activity at an early age.
02/22/08 • Friday
Baby boutiques As a parent, you want your young one to have the best of all worlds, including fashion. From organic infant outfits to designer toddler jeans, you can't go wrong for kid shopping at these places.
02/05/08 • Tuesday
Snow day fun If you're a kid, it's the best day of the year. If you're a parent, you're left scrambling when a snow day hits. Here are some ideas for things to do to keep the little ones entertained.
11/23/07 • Friday
Local toy stores When shopping for the children on your holiday list, skip the big boxes this year and hit up these local places with more than a few unique gift items.
11/06/07 • Tuesday
Prevent sports injuries These websites will alert you to all the risks associated with various sports, and range from sunburns to concussions. Read on to learn how to prevent them.
08/30/07 • Thursday
Cool back-to-school gear Trade brown paper bags for vintage lunch boxes and plain-ol' notebooks for hip ones from Asia with our guide to cool back-to-school items.
08/14/07 • Tuesday
Kid-friendly lunches Back-to-school means packing lunches and breakfast on-the-go. We asked a few food experts about everything from nutritious snacks to ho-ho alternatives.
06/18/07 • Monday
Family game night Hasbro, the market leader in board games and puzzles, says sales of both rose 11 percent last year. Get your family in on the action via these sites.
05/18/07 • Friday
The Sandwich Generation The term Sandwich Generation refers to the segment of the middle-aged population caught between caring for an aging parent and one or more children under 18.
05/09/07 • Wednesday
Kid-friendly hotels These hotels keep the kids happy with pools, milk and cookies and close proximity to hot spots like Navy Pier and American Girl Place.
04/29/07 • Sunday
Kids and money Whether your kid's allowance is 25 cents or $25 a week, there's no time like the present to start teaching them about spending and saving...and these sites can help.