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Can Breastmilk Popsicles Help Teething Babies?

Can Breastmilk Popsicles Help Teething Babies?

Are breastmilk popsicles safe for teething babies? Here’s how to make them, when to offer them and how to store them properly.

Dahlia Rimmon

Should You Harvest Colostrum Before Giving Birth?

Should You Harvest Colostrum Before Giving Birth?

Is collecting colostrum before baby arrives a good idea? Experts share what you need to know.

Courtney Leiva

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.

Vanessa Grant

It's Official: Feeding Babies Peanuts Is Preventing Allergies

It's Official: Feeding Babies Peanuts Is Preventing Allergies

New studies show that introducing peanuts between four and six months can lower allergy risk. Experts explain what’s changed and how to do it safely.

Courtney Leiva

How To Help Soothe A Congested Baby And Kid's Nighttime Cough

How To Help Soothe A Congested Baby And Kid's Nighttime Cough

Today's Parent

How Much Does Teething Actually Hurt?

How Much Does Teething Actually Hurt?

Courtney Leiva

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

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

What Parents Need To Know About Shaken Baby Syndrome

What Parents Need To Know About Shaken Baby Syndrome

Learn how to recognize, prevent, and respond to shaken baby syndrome, a serious but preventable injury.

Melissa Boufounos, CHN

Vaccination Schedules For Kids In Canada

Vaccination Schedules For Kids In Canada

Learn how childhood vaccines in Canada protect your child from serious diseases, what to expect at each age, and how to stay on schedule with confidence.

Aneesa Bhanji

Are Baby Swings Safe? What Parents Should Know

Are Baby Swings Safe? What Parents Should Know

Baby swings can offer parents a much-needed break—when used safely. Here’s what you need to know to soothe your little one with peace of mind.

Alina Jaffer

Everything New Parents Should Know About Baby Cribs

Everything New Parents Should Know About Baby Cribs

More than just furniture, a baby crib is a safe haven for sleep and development. Here’s how to choose the perfect crib for your little one.

Courtney Leiva

How to Get Your Newborn To Poop Without Stress Or Struggle

How to Get Your Newborn To Poop Without Stress Or Struggle

From colour and consistency to frequency and constipation, parents often worry about their newborn’s poop. Learn what’s normal and when to call the doctor.

Courtney Leiva

The Boob Jail Technique That Nursing Moms Swear By

The Boob Jail Technique That Nursing Moms Swear By

Nursing a distracted baby? You might want to try this strategy for keeping them on task.

Anne Marie Kirsten

How Not To Get Sick When Daycare Germs Come Home

How Not To Get Sick When Daycare Germs Come Home

Reduce the chaos and keep your whole family healthier with these expert-backed strategies to minimize the spread of daycare germs at home.

Melissa Boufounos, CHN

Prevent Daycare Sickness With These Smart Strategies

Prevent Daycare Sickness With These Smart Strategies

Simple ways to support your kid’s immunity and avoid germs at daycare, straight from the experts.

Melissa Boufounos, CHN

Can You Predict Baby's Gender based on Heart Rate?

Can You Predict Baby's Gender based on Heart Rate?

Everything you need to know to help you separate fact from fiction about gender prediction.

Grace Draznin

Why Buying A Baby Health Monitor Could Increase Your Anxiety

Why Buying A Baby Health Monitor Could Increase Your Anxiety

A new group of experts is cautioning parents against using these high-tech health and sleep devices.

Alina Jaffer

Your Guide to Baby Skin Care

Your Guide to Baby Skin Care

Discover how to protect and care for your baby’s delicate skin from day one with Aveeno Baby’s gentle, nourishing products.

Today's Parent

October is Safe Sleep and SIDS Awareness Month

October is Safe Sleep and SIDS Awareness Month

We want your child to sleep like a baby, safely. This guide will tell you everything you need to know.

Courtney Leiva