Vanessa Grant

Vanessa Grant

Vanessa Grant is the Editor-in-Chief of Today’s Parent and a seasoned lifestyle journalist. With extensive experience in editorial leadership and content marketing, her work has been featured across Canada's top media outlets, including the CBC, Maclean’s, Chatelaine, Canadian Business, and Toronto Life. When she isn't steering the editorial vision for Canada's most trusted parenting brand, she is navigating life in the parenting trenches as a mom to two spirited boys—which means she knows far more about Minecraft and Pokémon than she ever thought possible.

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Get Taylor Swift's Cowgirl Outfit For Your Little Swiftie

Get Taylor Swift's Cowgirl Outfit For Your Little Swiftie

Swiftie parents are clamouring for this two-piece cowgirl set once worn by the singer, after she shared a throwback video to promote her new Toy Story 5 song.

The Birthday Guide

The Birthday Guide

It's party season. Find great gifts for every age, epic and easy party ideas, and cakes they'll love.

COVID Disrupted Kids’ Executive Function Skills—And It's Messing With Middle School

COVID Disrupted Kids’ Executive Function Skills—And It's Messing With Middle School

A new Harvard study finds that kids who were six and seven when COVID hit are still lagging in crucial focus and self-control skills.

Primary's Super Popular Kids' Basics Now Ship To Canada

Primary's Super Popular Kids' Basics Now Ship To Canada

Primary, the cult-favourite kids’ clothing brand, known for its colourful, gender-neutral basics, is now shipping directly to Canadian families.

Can NEAT Method Bins Calm The Chaos Of Kid's Rooms?

Product Reviews

Can NEAT Method Bins Calm The Chaos Of Kid's Rooms?

We tested elevated storage bins from NEAT Method to see if they're worth the investment.

What We're Shopping For In March 2026

What We're Shopping For In March 2026

From planet-friendly cleaning staples to clever kitchen gear and a powerful new read for tweens, these are the finds worth adding to your cart this month.

The New iPhone 17e Is A Phone For Parents

The New iPhone 17e Is A Phone For Parents

iPhone’s newest phone is durable yet powerful and budget-conscious. Why parents should buy it for themselves and give their kids hand-me-downs.

The Great Chore Divide

The Great Chore Divide

Are times changing or are moms still taking the lion’s share of the mental and physical labour at home?

The New Parenting Styles

The New Parenting Styles

Pinterest Releases Top Parenting Trends For 2026

Pinterest Releases Top Parenting Trends For 2026

Offline learning, experience-rich travel and intentional shopping are three of the platform’s top trends determined by popular searches.

Planning A Staycation? 6 Luxury‑Hotel Tricks Your Kids Will Love

Planning A Staycation? 6 Luxury‑Hotel Tricks Your Kids Will Love

Planning a staycation? Try these kid‑approved ideas from a luxe family weekend at the Four Seasons Hotel Toronto.

I Tried UROSPOT's Kegel Throne. Here's What It Did For My Pelvic Floor

I Tried UROSPOT's Kegel Throne. Here's What It Did For My Pelvic Floor

Strengthening your pelvic floor is about more than avoiding leaks; it’s an investment in your long-term independence. Discover how HIFEM technology is changing the game for preventative health.

Groovy Girls Dolls Are Coming Back

Groovy Girls Dolls Are Coming Back

Millennials and Gen Z get ready. Those oh-so-’90s dolls you loved as a child are coming back.

Kids Can Now Play With Bluey In Minecraft

Kids Can Now Play With Bluey In Minecraft

Your preschooler’s favourite cartoon pup is joining the Minecraft community. Here’s what you need to know.

Why Canada’s Vaccine Schedule Isn’t Changing—Despite U.S. Updates

Why Canada’s Vaccine Schedule Isn’t Changing—Despite U.S. Updates

As the U.S. changes its vaccine schedule, a Health Canada expert explains how decisions are made in Canada, and why the process puts kids first.

Enter To Win A Three-Month Supply Of Diapers!

Enter To Win A Three-Month Supply Of Diapers!

Having a baby is expensive. We’re here to help! One lucky winner will receive three months’ worth of diapers, courtesy of Rascals.

What We're Shopping For In January 2026

What We're Shopping For In January 2026

From calming tools for kids to clever travel solutions and a meaningful way to give back, these are the finds worth adding to your cart this month.

What We're Shopping For In December 2025

What We're Shopping For In December 2025

From stocking stuffer stuffies to small upgrades that make everyday life better, these are the finds worth adding to cart this month.

My Family Loved The Royalton Negril, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

My Family Loved The Royalton Negril, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

This beautiful, family-friendly resort offered major fun and relaxation.

My 10-Year-Old Tested The Garmin Bounce 2 Smartwatch For Kids

My 10-Year-Old Tested The Garmin Bounce 2 Smartwatch For Kids

Looking to delay getting my kid a smartphone, I was thrilled to test this high-tech smartwatch for kids.