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Glenbard Parent Series tackles colleges, media

— December 3, 2019

Upcoming programs in the Glenbard Parent Series include: Tuesday (Dec. 3): 7 p.m. at Glenbard East High School, 1014 S. Main St., Lombard. Dr. Michele Borba will present “Unselfie:…

Expert: Teens willing to take risks to fit in
— November 25, 2019

It is the fear of missing out that helps drive teens to making risky decision, according to a child and adolescent psychiatrist. Jess Shatkin, a professor at the New York University…
Tips for packing a healthy school lunch
— September 19, 2019

Early fall means school schedules are back and so is packing lunches for the days that school lunch just will not do. The only problem: the cute little unicorn and super-hero themed…
When is back-to-school nerves something more
— August 26, 2018

Many children (and parents, let’s admit it) are eagerly anticipating the start of a new school year. For kids, this means looking forward to new classrooms, teachers and friends….
When kids bite it hurts as families struggle for solutions
— August 19, 2016

For most children, biting is usually short-lived and does not become a habit. Nevertheless, it is usually a big deal for everyone – the child bitten, the adults present, and the…

Glenbard parent series welcomes adolescent psychiatrist
— November 11, 2019

The Glenbard Parent Series has three upcoming events with an adolescent psychiatrist. Jess Shatkin M.D. MPH will present on his book “Born to be Wild: Why Teens Take Risks and How…
What’s better for children? Reading in print vs. on screens
— September 15, 2019

With all the technology available to families, experts say it’s important not to underestimate the power of reading to your child from a print book. Research published in Pediatrics…
Take a deep breath: Here’s how to teach teens safe driving
— August 1, 2018

Each year as teens take driver’s education, parents face the scary moment when their child starts driving unaccompanied. The milestone comes with some serious dangers. According to…