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How Much Does Teething Actually Hurt?

How Much Does Teething Actually Hurt?

Courtney Leiva

Comfortable Sleep Positions That Help You Heal After Giving Birth

Postpartum care

Comfortable Sleep Positions That Help You Heal After Giving Birth

Experts share the best postpartum sleep positions and comfort tips to help you heal, ease pain and actually rest after birth.

Courtney Leiva

Canada's Most Popular Baby Names Of 2024

Canada's Most Popular Baby Names Of 2024

From timeless classics like Noah and Olivia to rising stars like Lainey and Zorawar, Canada’s most popular baby names for 2024 are here.

Today's Parent

When Did Folic Acid Become Controversial?

Getting pregnant

When Did Folic Acid Become Controversial?

The science on folic acid hasn’t changed but the internet’s opinion has. Here’s what you really need to know.

Vanessa Grant

Bad News: The Heat the Crib Trick Isn't Safe

Bad News: The Heat the Crib Trick Isn't Safe

Thinking of heating the crib? Skip it. Experts share safe ways to keep baby comfy—no blankets or heating pads.

Courtney Leiva

Everything You Need To Know About Nipple Shields

Everything You Need To Know About Nipple Shields

Nipple shields are silicone covers that can make breastfeeding more comfortable. Learn how they work, who should use them and when to stop.

Anne Marie Kirsten

5 Simple Ways To Bond With Your Newborn

5 Simple Ways To Bond With Your Newborn

Life with a newborn may feel like an endless loop of diapers, feedings, and limited sleep. How to bond with your baby amid the chaos.

Erica Weste

Why Canadian Parents Love The MEC Toaster Suit

Why Canadian Parents Love The MEC Toaster Suit

Canadian parents call the MEC Toaster Suit warm, durable, and easy to get on and off—making it a must-have for surviving winter with kids.

Vanessa Grant

Can A Grounding Sheet Help Your Kid Sleep Better? Unlikely—And Possibly Dangerous

Can A Grounding Sheet Help Your Kid Sleep Better? Unlikely—And Possibly Dangerous

Swipe past TikToks telling you that your baby will sleep better with a grounding sheet. The science is murky and the products could be unsafe.

Courtney Leiva

10 Safe Ways To Use Your Snuggle Me Lounger

10 Safe Ways To Use Your Snuggle Me Lounger

Baby nests and loungers are being recalled across Canada. Here’s what to know about Snuggle Me’s newest model and how to use it safely.

Courtney Leiva

The 15 Most Dangerous Baby Products

The 15 Most Dangerous Baby Products

Lots of popular baby gear items can pose a safety threat, especially if used incorrectly. Do you own any of these items?

Vanessa Milne

Yes, Some Baby Names Are Actually Illegal

Yes, Some Baby Names Are Actually Illegal

Discover the surprising baby name bans around the world, from Nutella to Elvis, and how Canada’s rules compare.

Courtney Leiva

Where Can Dads Change Diapers in Canada?

Where Can Dads Change Diapers in Canada?

More Canadian dads are taking on diaper duty, but accessibility and resources are limited.

Alina Jaffer

Are Montessori Toys Worth It?

Are Montessori Toys Worth It?

Some parents swear by Montessori-inspired play, but not all wooden toys are created equal.

Alina Jaffer

Lanugo: What You Need To Know About Babies Born With Hair

Baby development

Lanugo: What You Need To Know About Babies Born With Hair

Some infants are born with hair on their body called lanugo, or a full head of hair on their head, or no hair at all! Here’s what it all means.

Athena Tsavliris

Momcozy M9 Breast Pump and YN46 Nursing Bra Review: A Vacation From Breastfeeding

Momcozy M9 Breast Pump and YN46 Nursing Bra Review: A Vacation From Breastfeeding

Meaghan Trevisan

Meet The Luxury Travel Nanny Rocking Babies To Sleep At 35,000 Feet

Meet The Luxury Travel Nanny Rocking Babies To Sleep At 35,000 Feet

Step inside the world of a luxury travel nanny, where days are a mix of sleep training in hotel suites, wrangling toddlers through airports.

Hannah France

What You Need To Know About Cocomelon’s New Live-Action Show

What You Need To Know About Cocomelon’s New Live-Action Show

Cocomelon’s live action show The Melon Patch launches on YouTube this September. Here’s what you can expect.

Today's Parent

How To Encourage Independent Play Without Guilt

How To Encourage Independent Play Without Guilt

Independent play boosts your child’s development—and gives you a break. Learn how to encourage solo play at every age, guilt-free.

Khadijah Elsayed

When Do Babies Start Teething?

When Do Babies Start Teething?

Courtney Leiva