Researchers find cause of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

SIDS is the unexplained death of a seemingly healthy baby less than a year old, typically during sleep, according to the Mayo Clinic. The CDC reports SIDS accounted for 37% of infant deaths in the United States in 2019.

Joliet nonprofit helps support parents with adopted, fostered children

Jason and Cheryl Bentsen say there is plenty of support around the time of adoption, but afterward the support dwindles and there’s no advice column for parents in need.

Joliet couple creates nonprofit to support foster and adoptive families
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Jason and Cheryl Bentsen say there is plenty of support around the time of adoption, but afterward the support dwindles and there?s no advice column for parents in need.

Chicago area moms turn to milk banks due to baby formula shortage
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American families continue facing a dire baby formula shortage nationwide, with some desperate parents now paying hundreds of dollars on the secondary market.

Tips for raising financially independent kids
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Certified financial planner and author Bobbi Rebell talks about lessons from her new book "Launching Financial Grownups" and dishes out tips for instilling financial responsibility in your family.

Baby formula shortage impacting Illinois families
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Stores like Walgreens, CVS and Target are putting a limit on how much formula shoppers can purchase.

Pediatrician's plea to parents: Do NOT make your own baby formula

Amid today's baby formula shortage, Dr. Sarah Adams of Akron Children's Hospital in Ohio warned parents away from homemade options.

World's Largest Bounce House coming to Chicago area

Parents seeking a hopping good time for their little ones this summer will have plenty to look forward to when the World's Largest Bounce House comes to the Chicago area.

Museum of Illusions Chicago hosting kids happy hour
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FOX 32's Tim McGill visits Museum of Illusions Chicago and is wowed by the wide array of engaging visuals on display.

Healthy infant girl surrendered at Indiana baby box

An infant girl was surrendered at a Safe Haven Baby Box in Hammond, Indiana earlier this month.

Cradles to Crayons helps connect Chicago children with essentials they need
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Bernardo Cherkasov from Cradles to Crayons talks about what they're doing to provide for Chicago children in poverty and what items they need the most as the pandemic rages on.