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Exit West on Golf Rd to Roosevelt Blvd. Turn North (right) on Roosevelt Blvd and take for about 2 blocks. Turn left into the drive to Roosevelt University (The Early Childhood Education Center). Spaces are reserved for paretn parking. Location of center is across from the Ikea.

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Well Aware Challenge Update

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

So I must confess, I totally forgot about the Well Aware Challenge until last Monday. But since being reminded of it, I’ve done pretty well. My goal is to fit in 30 minutes of exercise at least five days a week…without my kids.  I know that a fit family is one that stays together, or

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  • American Academy of Pediatrics Committed to the attainment of optimal physical, mental, and social health and well being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
  • Consumer Product Safety Commission Lists recalled products which may still be in consumer's homes. A must-visit web site if you frequent children's resale shops!
  • Growing at Bright Horizons An online destination designed to help you and your child grow together. This family resource for growing children is full of challenging activities, family-friendly educational information, and valuable parenting tips.
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  • Stand for Children America's only nationwide grassroots voice for children who's members take action at the national, state, community, and neighborhood levels.
  • The Bright Horizons Foundation For Children Bright Horizons Family Solutions is committed to making a difference, not only in the lives of the thousands of children we care for daily, but also in the communities where we live and work. The Bright Horizons Foundation for Children is our company's way of making sure that the closing line of our mission statement "to make a difference in the lives of children and families and in the communities where we live and work" is put into practice each day. Click here to learn more about The Bright Horizons Foundation For Children.
  • The National Association for the Education of Young Children The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is the nation's largest and most influential organization of early childhood educators and others dedicated to improving the quality of programs for children from birth through third grade.
  • Zero to Three ZERO TO THREE is a national, non-profit organization located in Washington, D.C., dedicated solely to advancing the healthy development of babies and young children.