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Why Millennial Parents are Butting Heads with Boomers

Why Millennial Parents are Butting Heads with Boomers

Involved grandparents are great, but what happens when your parenting style clashes with that of your parents?

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The Private School Directory Fall 2024

Browse through Canada's top independent and private schools to find the right fit for your child.

September is Baby Safety Month-Our Comprehensive Guide

Everything from effective babyproofing techniques to important emergency preparedness advice.

70+ Best Amazon Labour Day Deals on Baby and Kids Products in 2024

We rounded up the top deals on baby gear, toys and games, tech, apparel, footwear, furniture and more.

Comparing Kids' Name Labels: Which Should You Buy for Back-to-School?

Labelling your kid's items makes it less likely that they'll lose them. Learn which label company's products are best-suited for your family.

Weekly Newsletter

Keep up with your baby's development, get the latest parenting content and receive special offers from our partners

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Get your zzzs

A Guide to Prioritizing Rest for Parents and Families

A Guide to Prioritizing Rest for Parents and Families

Sleep and proper rest can feel impossible to come by for new parents. Here's why it's important to prioritize and how to set up the most effective routines and sleep spaces.

Baby Only Sleeps When Held: What Can I Do?

Baby Only Sleeps When Held: What Can I Do?

We've reached out to experts to uncover the typical causes behind this common challenge and gathered a collection of practical tips to help you and your baby get the rest you both deserve.

Our Top Picks for 2024's Best Cheap Twin Mattress

Product Reviews

Our Top Picks for 2024's Best Cheap Twin Mattress

Sleeping well doesn't have to cost a fortune.

How Can Moms Get Better Sleep?

How Can Moms Get Better Sleep?

Why getting your beauty rest sometimes feels like an impossible dream

The Best Bedtime Snacks for Kids

The Best Bedtime Snacks for Kids

The dreaded request for a bedtime snack isn't so scary with these simple snacks. They'll fill kiddo up—and help them stay asleep.

Shopping and Reviews

CYBEX Is Offering 20% off Its Most Trusted Car Seats and Travel Systems for Baby Safety Month

CYBEX Is Offering 20% off Its Most Trusted Car Seats and Travel Systems for Baby Safety Month

Cybex is an award-winning baby transportation brand, renowned for its innovative features, robust materials and adherence to the utmost safety standards.

Amazon's Best Back-to-School Deals on Tech

Amazon's Best Back-to-School Deals on Tech

Amazon is offering steep discounts on tech ahead of the new school year

Peekaboo Pillow Review: Why I Love This Versatile Cushion

Product Reviews

Peekaboo Pillow Review: Why I Love This Versatile Cushion

As a breastfeeding mom, nursing pillows are my best friends. They help me keep my carpal tunnel in check and prop my baby up so...

How Does this Artipoppe Dupe Compare to the Original? Our Carrier Review

How Does this Artipoppe Dupe Compare to the Original? Our Carrier Review

Here's how the the Artipoppe Zeigeist Carrier and the Wildbird Aerial Carrier stack up against each other.

Postpartum Checklist: Everything You Need for You

Postpartum care

Postpartum Checklist: Everything You Need for You

Postpartum is not easy. We're here to help you prepare for all the physical (and mental) changes you'll experience and create a comfortable home environment.

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Halloween

10 Tips For Your Toddler's First Halloween

10 Tips For Your Toddler's First Halloween

By trick-or-treating as safely as possible and preparing for all potential mishaps, you'll be set for a night of fun, not fright.

15 Toddler Halloween Costumes We Love Right Now

15 Toddler Halloween Costumes We Love Right Now

These adorable toddler costumes are total treats.

13 Halloween Crafts for Kids

13 Halloween Crafts for Kids

These fun and easy Halloween crafts for kids will keep your little ones kids busy for a couple of hours—and help decorate the house for the holiday!

11 Smashing No-Carve Pumpkins

11 Smashing No-Carve Pumpkins

Carving pumpkins with kids can be messy! This year, try one of these no-carve pumpkin decorating ideas. The results will be boo-tiful.

15 Best Halloween Pajamas for the Whole Family 2024

15 Best Halloween Pajamas for the Whole Family 2024

You won't say 'boo' in the night when you're wearing the cutest Halloween pajamas.

Parenting FAQs

When Can Babies Sleep with a Blanket?

When Can Babies Sleep with a Blanket?

When can a toddler ditch the sleep sacks and safely start using blankets?

What and When Can Babies See?

What and When Can Babies See?

When does your baby start seeing shapes, colours, and depth? Here is what your baby can see in the first few weeks and months of her life.

When Can Babies Eat Eggs?

When Can Babies Eat Eggs?

We asked paediatrician Dr. Dina Kulik when it is best to start introducing eggs into your baby's diet.

When Can Babies Face Forward in a Car Seat?

When Can Babies Face Forward in a Car Seat?

Car seat safety experts answer all your questions about transitioning from rear-facing to forward-facing

Can Babies Have Nightmares? What You Need to Know

Can Babies Have Nightmares? What You Need to Know

How to understand what is disrupting your baby’s sleep in the middle of the night, their sleep cycle, and how to react when their cries seem to be more intense.

When Can Baby Go in a Chlorine Pool?

When Can Baby Go in a Chlorine Pool?

What two medical professionals have to say about when a baby can start to enjoy swimming pools.

When Can Babies Eat Cheerios?

When Can Babies Eat Cheerios?

Experts weigh in on when it's safe to introduce the popular cereal to your baby.

Can Babies Sleep on their Sides? Read This First.

Can Babies Sleep on their Sides? Read This First.

Is side sleeping safe for your baby? Learn about the best sleep position for baby so you can create a secure sleep environment.

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New on Today's Parent

How to Transition from Breast Milk to Formula

How to Transition from Breast Milk to Formula

What you need to know before switching to formula or combination feeding.

Postpartum Checklist: Everything You Need for You

Postpartum care

Postpartum Checklist: Everything You Need for You

Postpartum is not easy. We’re here to help you prepare for all the physical (and mental) changes you’ll experience and create a comfortable home environment.

Courtney Leiva

Amazon's Best Back-to-School Deals for Kindergarten & Elementary School Students

Amazon's Best Back-to-School Deals for Kindergarten & Elementary School Students

Amazon is offering impressive savings on school supplies — take advantage of the best back-to-school deals for kindergarteners and elementary schoolers.

Courtney Leiva

4 Ways to Find Screen Time Balance

4 Ways to Find Screen Time Balance

Technology is a growing part of our everyday lives, but sometimes it seems like screens trump parks, play dates and just being kids. Here’s how to set healthy limits that support kids’ mental health.

Michael Vallejo, LCSW

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