Where does one get their child's IQ tested in this city? I am starting to look at schools and thought finding out how smart she is would be a good start and possibly a good asset.

ok, I know I said I was having this a month ago, but no one was available that day so I changed it...now it's going to be THIS SUNDAY ( Read more... )

Dooce's post today is a great read. OK, Dooce's posts are a great read just about every day, but this one made me smile, brought tears to my eyes (those sappy mom genes again!), and made me proud. Proud of her for what she does. Proud of all of us for sharing the things we do. Proud to be part of this wonderful internet mom community ( Read more... )

My 5 yr old. He has pre-K career day, and he is a rockstar. We had so many ideas but didn't want to go over board. So ripped off the sleeves and coller on some old jammas, and made a couple holes and drew allover his pants.Add chains from some old punk clothes and his AWESOME dragon belt. The guitar and mohawk, complete the look.

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Hey, moms/dads. I have a friend who is pregnant, and seeks your goodwill ( Read more... )

So my 5 yr old son has wanted a mohawk his whole life... he calls it the LINE hair :) He has a What I want to be when I grow up day at school. They actually handed out a letter saying dress them up. Spend a few bucks and make them look good. Because this day is going to have pics taken and used for a graduation project. He wants to be a rock star! ( Read more... )

Oh ho, the weather is getting nicer...you all know what that puts me in the mood for ( Read more... )

Hello! My name is Erika, and Im 8 months and.. well.. like a week pregnant at this point. I figured I would join this community to see if I could find other like minded parents near me. I live in Logan Square, and Im not your normal mommy. I have tattoos and peircings, and plan on homeschooling, longterm breastfeeding, and all kinds of other " ( Read more... )

Looking for some fun new tunes for your kids?

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"Taddy" is a song by The Jimmies; this is their newest music video ( Read more... )

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