This week’s Chicago North Shore Moms Meet a Mom Series highlights one North Shore mom’s raw experience as a parent with a child diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). April is Autism Awareness Month, and, although May is just days...
It’s not often talked about. What summer camp options are there for the many children who have difficulty connecting with peers and navigating social situations? Long-time camper of Camp Firefly, Alec, shares his story. Camp Firefly is a co-ed...
Leigh Weisz is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist at a group practice called Coping Partners, which she started 7.5 years ago when she was 8 months pregnant! Get to know Leigh who talks about her favorite mom hacks and gives stellar advice to families, including why you...
Here in Chicago, hot sunny days at the pool or beach may seem unreachable still. If your family is one of the many flocking to warmer weather geographies and water-side lounging this spring break, NOW is the perfect time to brush up on important water safety tips....
We are thrilled to introduce you to Highland Park resident, Brooke Kauf! Brooke’s daughter Charley was born with a painful, life-threatening, genetic skin disorder called Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB). It is often referred to as ‘The worst disease you’ve...
You’ve probably been hearing a lot about CBD—aka Cannabidiol, or one of the chemical compounds found in the Cannabis Sativa plant. Health benefits being discussed for products infused with CBD include reducing anxiety, depression, pain and insomnia—without the...
