Ariel Brewster

Ariel Brewster

Ariel is a Toronto-based managing editor for Douglas and McIntyre. More of her work can be found in The Toronto Star, Welland Tribune and Toronto Life.

Ariel has a strong background in substantive and structural editing, line editing, non-fiction book manuscripts, story idea iteration and news/feature assigning for digital and print publications. She also has teaching experience that includes leading writing courses inside juvenile detention facilities.

Latest from Ariel Brewster

Newborn Sleep: Common Mistakes New Parents Make

Newborn Sleep: Common Mistakes New Parents Make

What can newborns sleep in? Can I use crib bumpers? Check this list to of newborn baby sleep mistakes to master the parenting game.

Do babies need to crawl?

Baby development

Do babies need to crawl?

The CDC recently removed crawling from their baby milestone checklist. Here’s why, and what parents should know about this sometimes skipped baby skill.

Are gas stoves really that bad for kids?

Are gas stoves really that bad for kids?

Researchers are exploring the possible links between gas stove use and respiratory problems in kids. If recent headlines have you worried, read this first.

Planning baby’s first birthday party: 7 tips to prevent complete disaster

Birthday parties

Planning baby’s first birthday party: 7 tips to prevent complete disaster

Congratulations! Your baby's first birthday party means you've all survived year one of parenthood. It's time to celebrate.

19 awesome feminist baby names

19 awesome feminist baby names

Grab baby name inspiration from these badas* and bold feminists who made—and are making—history.

Here's what you should know about babywearing and cultural appropriation

Baby development

Here's what you should know about babywearing and cultural appropriation

We tried family camp—here's what we learned

We tried family camp—here's what we learned

If you can't find a cottage this summer and your kids are already saying they're bored, consider family camp—it’s not too late to sign up.

My six-year-old's sleep is totally effed and I blame Zoom

My six-year-old's sleep is totally effed and I blame Zoom

If sleep has been a struggle for your family during virtual school and remote learning, you’re not alone. Here's help.

Can you get the COVID-19 vaccine if you're pregnant or breastfeeding?

Can you get the COVID-19 vaccine if you're pregnant or breastfeeding?

With a lack of clear guidelines, the COVID vaccine is particularly hard to navigate for pregnant and breastfeeding people. Here’s everything we know so far.

7 homemade baby toys you can make out of ordinary household stuff

7 homemade baby toys you can make out of ordinary household stuff

Instead of spending a ton of money, check your recycling bins and junk drawers for items you can repurpose as homemade baby toys.

Food banks: What they need, what they don't

Food banks: What they need, what they don't

Check out which food and toiletry items food banks need most before donating goods to your local food bank, homeless shelter, or soup kitchen

6 Amazing Products for Babywearing Through a Canadian Winter

6 Amazing Products for Babywearing Through a Canadian Winter

You can't stay inside all winter. With these very Canadian additions to your wardrobe, babywearing in colder temperatures is much more doable.

10 FAQs About Sleep Training Your Baby

10 FAQs About Sleep Training Your Baby

Experts say it supports better quality sleep for parents and baby, but sleep training is not easy. Here's one mom's story of sucking at sleep training.

I just got the dreaded there's-COVID-in-your-child's-school email

I just got the dreaded there's-COVID-in-your-child's-school email

It happened to me, and there's a good chance it'll happen to you, too. Here's what to do (and what NOT to do) when COVID-19 hits your kid's school.

School's going to look a lot different this year—here's how to cope

School's going to look a lot different this year—here's how to cope

We asked a child psychiatrist for tips on reducing back-to-school anxiety and helping kids (and parents!) prepare for a new routine.

Q & A: Is it safe for grandparents to meet new babies now?

Q & A: Is it safe for grandparents to meet new babies now?

If your due date is approaching, you may have questions about whether grandparents can meet the new baby, and how to do it safely during coronavirus.

What to do when your toddler hates their high chair

Toddler behaviour

What to do when your toddler hates their high chair

Some toddlers hate their high chairs and protest being at the table. How should you react? Here's how to get through meals without a power struggle.

How To Tackle Double Bedtime When You’re Alone With A Toddler And Baby

How To Tackle Double Bedtime When You’re Alone With A Toddler And Baby

If you can’t divide and conquer, bedtime with a baby and a toddler can be tricky. Here’s how to handle double bedtime when you’re solo parenting.

This is how prenatal care is changing because of coronavirus—and possibly staying that way

This is how prenatal care is changing because of coronavirus—and possibly staying that way

Solo ultrasounds, prenatal classes on Zoom, and virtual doctors' appointments: this is how prenatal care has changed during the coronavirus pandemic.

Why you should still take your baby for their vaccines and checkups during coronavirus

Why you should still take your baby for their vaccines and checkups during coronavirus

Not vaccinating your baby is risky, but it can also feel risky to visit a doctor's office for regular checkups and vaccines during the COVID-19 outbreak.