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Whether you need a nanny, nanny share or camp during school breaks, NPN can help you find childcare in Chicago. Learn how to choose a great nanny, then go to the Childcare Classifieds, where parents post recos for childcare providers they love but no longer need. School-age kids have tons of options for fun, engaging camps. Don’t miss our annual Summer Camp Fair in February!


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How to find a nanny
In today's economy, many households have two working parents. That's where a nanny comes in. But hiring a nanny to care for your little one can be an intimidating process. As a former nanny and the fo...
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7 ways daycare changed our lives for the better
Truth be told, I’m the last person who wanted to put her child in daycare. When my son was born, we had a full-time nanny. When he was 18 months old, we found ourselves needing a new child care arrang...
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How to tell if a summer camp is a good fit for your kid
I'm a parent like you and I’ve had to choose a summer camp for my own kids a zillion times. With so many options available, how do you know when a summer program is the right fit for your child and fa...
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Discussions

UChicago Lab School Summer Camp: Intensive Reading and Writing Class

Hi Parents,   My soon-to-be middle schoolers need quite a bit of help in reading and writing instruction.  Our tutor tends to be off in the summer, but we need to continue since they start middle school in the fall.  Has anyone enrolled their child in U Chicago Lab's intensive reading and ...

Summer camps for 4 year olds that go outdoors

Hi, I'm looking for camps for 4 year old that involve outdoor component. For example, something focused on nature, gardening, playing sports outside, etc.  Something more than just going to a local park.  Does not need to be full time.  Can be part time or days here and there.  I'm flexible.  We liv...

Families Together Coop Nursery School Open Houses

Come See Why Families Together has been a Preschool Where Play Matters for 25 years!   Families Together Cooperative Nursery School Open House - Saturday, January 25, 2025 and Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 10 a.m. to noon 1500 W. Elmdale Ave. in Edgewater   Bring the whol...

Summer camp for 4 year old

Hello! I am looking for camp recommendations for a 4 year old. My son is currently in preschool but has definitely needed a bit of extra attention (sensory issues, struggling with boundaries of other kids, and struggles with change in routine). We live on the north side so ideally something on the n...

Nanny agency

Who is the best? Other than hearing from several folks to avoid Coast to Coast Nannies, not sure who to work with? ...


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