Jennifer Cox

Jennifer Cox

Jenn Cox is a freelance journalist in Montreal and the mother of an 11-year-old. She loves crafts, gardening, and spending time with her family, including their doodle, Toby.

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7 Months Old: Milestones And Red Flags

7 Months Old: Milestones And Red Flags

From sitting up to babbling, this month brings rapid development. Learn about key milestones, red flags and simple activities to encourage your baby’s growth.

Why A Wearable Breast Pump Shouldn’t Be Your Only Pump

Why A Wearable Breast Pump Shouldn’t Be Your Only Pump

Car Seat Expiration Dates Are Real. Here's What Parents Need To Know

Car Seat Expiration Dates Are Real. Here's What Parents Need To Know

Wondering if car seats expire? Here’s where to find the date, what makes a seat unsafe and how to handle second-hand or expired seats.

5 Months Old: Milestones And Red Flags

5 Months Old: Milestones And Red Flags

Wondering what 5-month-old milestones are typical? Here’s what babies may be doing now, plus red flags to bring up with your healthcare provider.

4 Months Old: Milestones And Red Flags

4 Months Old: Milestones And Red Flags

Wondering what 4-month-old milestones look like? Here’s what many babies do at this age, plus red flags and when to check in with your healthcare provider.

3 Months Old: Milestones And Red Flags

3 Months Old: Milestones And Red Flags

What should your 3-month-old be up to? We asked paediatricians to break down the key milestones, warning signs to watch for and easy ways to encourage play.

Does Wearing Your Baby Keep Them From Getting Sick?

Does Wearing Your Baby Keep Them From Getting Sick?

You're Not Imagining It, Your Baby Is Trying To Help You

You're Not Imagining It, Your Baby Is Trying To Help You

A new study suggests that babies start helping during everyday routines earlier than many parents realize.

Should You Track Your Kids?

Should You Track Your Kids?

Tracking your kid's location can feel like a safety net, but before you drop that GPS tracker in their backpack, read this.

Is It Safe For My Tween To Work Out?

Is It Safe For My Tween To Work Out?

With slang like “looksmaxxing” and “gymmaxxing” trending on social media, it’s time to take a look at your teen’s workout routine.

Postpartum Anxiety Affects 1 In 8 New Moms. Here's What It Looks Like

Postpartum Anxiety Affects 1 In 8 New Moms. Here's What It Looks Like

Worrying after having a baby may seem natural, but there’s a fine line between concern over your new role as a parent and postpartum anxiety. Here’s what to look for.

How To Plan A Scavenger Hunt Your Kids Will Love

How To Plan A Scavenger Hunt Your Kids Will Love

Learn the backward method to building a foolproof scavenger hunt, with age-by-age tips to get your kids off the couch and into the game.

Our Family Practices Emergencies, And You Should, Too

Our Family Practices Emergencies, And You Should, Too

These practical, expert-backed tips and modern tech tricks help you prep your kids for the unexpected, so you can all breathe a little easier.

FAFO Parenting Teaches Kids Natural Consequences

FAFO Parenting Teaches Kids Natural Consequences

FAFO parenting may seem like an extreme reaction to gentle parenting, but it comes with some surprising benefits.

From Sticks Of Butter To Big Hunks Of Meat, Why Is Baby Food Ridiculous Right Now?

From Sticks Of Butter To Big Hunks Of Meat, Why Is Baby Food Ridiculous Right Now?

Parents are handing babies sticks of butter, full ribs and making toddler charcuterie boards on social media. What is going on?

Is Lighthouse Parenting The Balance We All Need?

Is Lighthouse Parenting The Balance We All Need?

100 Would You Rather Questions For Kids

100 Would You Rather Questions For Kids

Banish boredom and spark big conversations with 100+ “Would You Rather” questions for kids.

How To Have The "Other" Sex Talk

How To Have The "Other" Sex Talk

Beyond the “birds and the bees”: why teaching emotional intimacy and consent is the essential second half of a child’s sexual education.

Parents Are Doing The 'Last Uppy' TikTok Trend—And There Might Be Tears

Parents Are Doing The 'Last Uppy' TikTok Trend—And There Might Be Tears

TikTok’s “last uppy” trend has parents scooping up their teens for one final carry. Learn why this viral moment is making parents everywhere emotional.

Sesame Street Is Free On YouTube. Watch Our Fave Episodes

Sesame Street Is Free On YouTube. Watch Our Fave Episodes

Your fastest route to Sesame Street is YouTube, where more than 100 free episodes let you revisit the classics (and share them with your kids).