Claire Gagne

Claire Gagne

Claire is a Toronto-based writer, editor and content creator with a focus on health, parenting, education and personal finance. She is currently the director of special projects at Maclean's magazine.

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Study: Reading aloud to toddlers can make them less hyper as schoolagers

Toddler development

Study: Reading aloud to toddlers can make them less hyper as schoolagers

Most parents know that reading to their kids promotes literacy later in life. But a new study shows that it has other surprising effects too.

Can drinking grape juice really prevent stomach flu?

Can drinking grape juice really prevent stomach flu?

The Internet says chugging grape juice can ward off a stomach bug. Could this be your new secret mom trick? We did some digging to find out if it works.

How to pick the best martial arts class for your kid

How to pick the best martial arts class for your kid

Karate? Judo? Jiu-jitsu? With so many types of martial arts courses available, it can be hard to know how to choose the best one for your kid. Here's help.

Can a maternity belt solve your pregnancy pains?

Can a maternity belt solve your pregnancy pains?

Pregnancy support belts and postpartum wraps claim to ease pregnancy pains and help you heal. But do they really work? We asked the experts.

7 easy ways to treat mastitis

7 easy ways to treat mastitis

Breast inflammation known as mastitis can be very painful, but with expert tips for treating and preventing it, you’ll be back to normal in no time.

How to handle teeth grinding in toddlers

How to handle teeth grinding in toddlers

The sound of teeth grinding is right up there with nails on a chalkboard. Here's what it means when your toddler grinds her pearly whites.

What to do when your kid is anxious about taking a test

What to do when your kid is anxious about taking a test

It’s normal for kids to feel worried or anxious before a test at school. Here’s how to help them work through the stress to pass the test.

This is the average screen time for kids. How do your kids measure up?

This is the average screen time for kids. How do your kids measure up?

A new report reveals kids are getting more than two hours of screen time a day, and the way they use devices is changing.

Pregnancy insomnia: 4 tricks to help you sleep better

Pregnancy insomnia: 4 tricks to help you sleep better

Fatigue is a super common pregnancy symptom, but some women experience pregnancy insomnia, too. These tips can help you sleep better.

How eating your placenta could make your baby sick

How eating your placenta could make your baby sick

A case of a baby getting group B strep after a mom took placenta capsules has doctors asking new questions about the dangers of eating your placenta.

Fake baby products are everywhere—here's how to spot the difference

Fake baby products are everywhere—here's how to spot the difference

Counterfeit strollers, car seats, carriers and more put your child in serious danger—and the problem is widespread. Here’s how to avoid buying a fake.

How to keep your kid hydrated this summer

How to keep your kid hydrated this summer

Dehydration can put a damper on hot summer days. Here’s how to recognize the signs of dehydration in kids.

Does your child have dyscalculia—a math learning disability?

Does your child have dyscalculia—a math learning disability?

If your kid struggles in math, there's a chance it's dyscalculia. Here's the 101 on identifying and managing this learning disability.

What causes preterm labour?

Pregnancy health

What causes preterm labour?

Learn the risk factors that make you more likely to have preterm labour and deliver your baby before 37 weeks of pregnancy.

Infertility treatment guide

Infertility treatment guide

From intrauterine insemination to in vitro fertilization, here is a breakdown of infertility treatments.

Could I be infertile? What to do next

Could I be infertile? What to do next

If you’re having trouble conceiving a baby and wondering "Could I be infertile?", here’s what you need to know about infertility treatments.

7 things parents need to know about mumps in children

7 things parents need to know about mumps in children

Facts on the virus, vaccines and what symptoms to look out for.

Undescended testicle: What to expect if your baby has one

Undescended testicle: What to expect if your baby has one

Here's what you need to know if your baby boy was born with cryptorchidism—including all the details about undescended testicle surgery.

5 most common kid skin rashes and sensitivities (and how to soothe them)

5 most common kid skin rashes and sensitivities (and how to soothe them)

Your kid’s super soft skin is suddenly angry. Here’s our soothing guide to the most common skin sensitivities.

Implantation bleeding: signs, symptoms and what it means

Getting pregnant

Implantation bleeding: signs, symptoms and what it means

About a third of women experience implantation bleeding in the first few weeks of pregnancy. Here's what it's like—and whether you should worry.