Knowledge is power, and sometimes it takes more than just love for a white mom to prepare her Black teen daughter for the world we live in.

I took my daughter on a Black History road trip

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The iconic Michael Jackson choreography has been learned by plenty of people, but probably none as cute as this little boy dancing the night away

This kid doing the 'Thriller' dance is the cutest thing you'll see today

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My kids forgot how to play

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Heather Cichowski and Zach Harper, Hello! Canada

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Royal family

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My baby and I already had a higher chance of dying during delivery, but when my fear turned to panic, only one person in the room could help: the one who looked like me.

My baby and I already had a higher chance of dying during delivery, but when my labour failed to progress and my fear turned to panic, only one person in the room could help: the one who looked like me.

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Rather than scold, nag or blow our tops, moms and dads can keep the peace with these handy one-liners sure to diffuse any sticky situation.

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We’re all counting down the days until we can visit family worry-free, but experts warn it may not be when Grandma and Grandpa get their vaccines.

Can we see grandparents once they've gotten the covid vaccine?

We’re all counting down the days until we can visit family worry-free, but experts warn it may not be when Grandma and Grandpa get their shots.

Can we hang out with grandparents once they’re vaccinated?

Can we safely hang out with grandparents once they’re vaccinated?

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Missing trips to the movies and birthday parties is nothing new for some parents—pandemic parenting is actually a whole lot like disability parenting.

If missing birthday parties or not going to the movies really bugs you, remember that for parents of kids with disabilities, it’s always been this way.

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Here’s how the pandemic has treated exhausted real&#x2d;life moms Catherine Reitman, Dani Kind, Jessalyn Wanlim and Juno Rinaldi, the stars of Workin’ Moms.

The Workin’ Moms Cast on Lockdown With Kids

Exhausted real&#x2d;life moms Catherine Reitman, Dani Kind, Jessalyn Wanlim and Juno Rinaldi give us a peek behind the curtain at their pandemic lives to celebrate season five of their hit CBC show.

The cast of Workin’ Moms on their IRL lockdowns with kids

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Whether you’ve used cannabis for years or you're thinking of trying it out, you would be smart to prepare for an eventual chat with the kids about it

How to tell your kids you smoke weed

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It's no surprise to experts that the coronavirus has mutated, but it's definitely worrisome. Here's what parents need to know about the COVID-19 variants.

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The pandemic has been hard on all kids, but reminding yours that others have it even worse won't teach them gratitude. Here's what might actually work.

Teaching kids gratitude: here's what works better than telling them to be grateful

As hard as the pandemic has been for your children, it's probably been even harder for others. And yet, telling that to your kids won't help them feel grateful.

Why telling kids to be grateful doesn't work—and what to try instead

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Royal baby

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Indoor Activities

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Humour

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Yes, we shouldn’t beat ourselves up for the ways we’re coping as parents in a pandemic. But if you can’t shake that screen time guilt, here are some easy solutions.

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Picky eaters

Whether you’re pregnant, sober or just want something non&#x2d;boozy to drink, these refreshing wines, spirits and non&#x2d;alcoholic drinks have you covered.

Best Non&#x2d;Alcoholic Drinks for Moms

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Kate Middleton

Three hours shouldn't have to feel like three years. Here are ways to make your evening routine easier for you and your kids.

How to make the hours between 5 and 8 p.m. suck less

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Puberty

They're versatile, comfortable, and a staple of the mom uniform. Oh, and, to clear up any remaining debate, leggings ARE pants.

A love letter to leggings

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It’s not easy to send your kid away for weeks at a time, but the built-in benefits of overnight camp are hard to deny.

The benefits of sending your kid to overnight camp

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Early pregnancy: 5 things I didn't know when I first got pregnant

5 things I didn't know when I first got pregnant

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Pregnancy cravings

Find out what you need to know about being pregnant, including common symptoms, how to manage your health, and what to expect week by week.

Being pregnant

Just when you thought your kid mask shopping was done, experts have new information to share about the type of face mask your child should be wearing.

Face masks for kids: New info on double masking, disposable vs cloth and more

Just when you thought your kid mask shopping was done, experts have new information to share about the type of mask your child should be wearing.

Kids and masks: The newest info on double masking, disposable vs cloth and more

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Hygiene

Kids should be getting at least an hour of exercise each day, which is tough to achieve in lockdown. These active toys will help them get moving.

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Toddler health

Learn everything you need to know about caring for your toddler's health, including good nutrition, handling common ailments, and avoiding health hazards.

Toddler

Everything you need to know about your growing toddler, from picky eating to potty training, navigating bedtime to managing tantrums.

There's a lot to figure out when it comes to preparing a bottle, including glass vs. plastic, sterilizing and whether you can use tap water. Here's what you need to know about bottle feeding.

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baby health

Looking for breastfeeding help? Read our tips on the best breastfeeding positions, finding the right latch, treating sore nipples, and knowing when to quit.

Baby

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There’s no miracle cure for colic, but with a little experimenting, you just might find something that helps

What is colic—and what can I do to help my colicky baby

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