Families

When you live in the midwest, particularly in a city affectionately nicknamed for its inclement weather, winter is just a regular part of life. Graceful flurries, slippery sidewalks, and banks of graying snow are all just a part of the winter routine. But there is always magic to be found in winter – especially if […]

As moms, we all want our kids to grow up to be fulfilled, well-rounded, kind adults. But let’s be real, we also want them to be renowned doctors, engineers, and physicists. That’s where Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, or STEM, come into play! While these subjects may come across as boring in school (sorry, teachers!), […]

One of the best parts of having a baby is that it teaches you the importance of being silly again. You know how it goes. You’ll do basically anything to get your baby to smile or laugh, regardless of how ridiculous you look. And often, this newfound silliness can be, dare I say, fun! Baby […]

Ahhh, the suburbs. When you picture them, you may envision white picket fences, driveways of parked minivans, and picturesque green lawns. Doesn’t sound too terrible, right? In fact, suburbs are great places to raise a family. You generally get way more bang for your buck as far as space (and as any growing family knows, […]

There is nothing more jarring or terrifying than being diagnosed with cancer. The full-body fear and sense of helplessness is paralyzing. While it’s a diagnosis we all hope never comes and stays far away from the ones we love, the truth is that roughly 2 million people are diagnosed with cancer every single year. When […]

I’ll be the first to tell you that over the years, my faith has been tested. From an earth-shattering cancer diagnosis to multiple miscarriages and beyond, it hasn’t always felt like the universe has been on my side. But through it all, even the doubt and fear, my faith has kept me rooted in my […]

There is something wonderful to say about dancing your way through life. After all, there are a few problems in life that can’t be solved – or at least postponed – with a glass of wine and a great Spotify playlist. Regardless of how well the wine tells us we can dance, however, some of […]

Ah, Chicagoland in the winter. It is a beautiful time when the streets are covered in snow and ice, and your face becomes numb as the wind whips past. It’s also the season where you’ll find many moms with twitching eyelids and frayed patience, taking deep breaths while their child(ren) runs maniacally around the house. […]

As parents, we always want to celebrate our children – especially on their birthdays! But if the thought of planning and coordinating a memorable, entertaining party gives you cold sweats, have no fear. There are plenty of amazing organizations in Chicagoland that can help you throw an epic party that everyone will love while removing […]

When you think of iconic Chicago sports, you may automatically think of the Bulls. Or at least, maybe back in the 90s, you did. But still, basketball’s legacy in our community is undeniable. In fact, nearby in Aurora is a youth development brand known as M14Hoops dedicated to using basketball to teach kids and teens […]