Yes, it's a thing. And the condition is so rare (1 in 10 million!) that the ultrasound technician had to leave the room to Google it!

Yes, it's a thing. And the condition is so rare that the ultrasound technician had to leave the room to Google it!

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24 teen movies on Netflix Canada to watch as a family

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Indoor Activities

There's nothing like quality time with your family. We’ve got fun ideas for indoor games, camping and travel tips, holiday crafts, and everything in between.

Family

Let us help navigate daily life with your growing family, with everything from kids’ craft and activity ideas to advice on discipline and birthday party inspiration.

Activities

I know your kids love petting zoos but they really aren’t OK

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It's movie night—and we know what you'll be watching. One of these awesome family movies on Netflix Canada. Now, who's making the popcorn?

21 best family movies on Netflix Canada these days

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Not so fast, wrinkles! Bakuchiol is being touted as a gentle, plant-based alternative that's safe to use when you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

Bakuchiol: The buzzy skincare ingredient that's being compared to retinol

There's a buzzy retinol alternative that pregnant people can use

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Breastfeeding

We cover everything from makeup, fashion, and skincare to funky room decor ideas for kids.

Style

Diapers are a perfect baby shower gift, so what could be cuter than presenting them to the mom-to-be in the form of a diaper cake?

How to make a diaper cake: 13 adorable DIY ideas

Diapers are a perfect baby shower gift, and a diaper cake is the most fun way to present them.

13 cute diaper cakes you can make in your living room

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Looking for unique baby shower ideas? Check out our suggestions for themes, menus, baby shower games, etiquette, planning a baby shower, and much more.

Pregnancy

Everything you need to know about your pregnancy: what to expect week by week, tips for baby names and baby shower planning, pregnancy health, and more.

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Did you know that some women get them under their C&#x2d;section scars? Here's everything you need to know about yeast infections.

How to handle yeast infections

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Women's health

As Americans brace for a rollback of reproductive rights after a vote to overturn Roe v. Wade, we look at the state of abortion access in Canada.

How secure is abortion access in Canada right now

As Americans brace for a rollback of reproductive rights after a vote to overturn Roe v. Wade, Canadians consider how to protect our rights to abortion.

How secure is abortion access in Canada

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Curl up with some hot cocoa and sing this classic song as a family! You don’t have to fudge the Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer lyrics anymore.

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer lyrics

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From Pat-a-Cake to I’m A Little Teapot, find the lyrics to all your favourite lullabies in one place and discover children's rhymes you may not be familiar with. 

Lullaby lyrics

Now that Roe v. Wade has been overturned, here's how to broach the subject of abortion with your kids, starting with the basics.

How to talk to kids about abortion and reproductive rights

Now that Roe v. Wade has been overturned, here's how to broach the subject with your kids.

How to talk to your kids about abortion

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Waiting two weeks to take a pregnancy test can feel like torture, especially if you’ve been disappointed. Here’s how to distract yourself during the TWW.

10 ways to distract yourself during the TWW (two-week wait)

Waiting the two weeks until you can take a pregnancy test can feel like torture—especially if you’ve been disappointed before. Here are some fun ways to distract yourself.

10 ways to distract yourself during the two-week wait

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Find out what you need to know about trying to conceive: everything from tips on getting pregnant to the early symptoms and signs of pregnancy.

Getting pregnant

Everything you need to know about getting pregnant, including early signs and symptoms, tips on how to conceive faster, and how to cope with infertility.

Trying to conceive

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21 children's books written by celebrities who have kids

21 celebrities who have written kids' books

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Reading

Soothing bedtime stories, empowering books for girls, or festive holiday reads.  Check out our recommendations for the best children’s books for every occasion.

Books

Hiking and beaches and amusement parks, oh my! There are plenty of things to do in New Hampshire for the whole family to enjoy.

Family fun! 6 things to do in New Hampshire with kids

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Car seats

Getting your baby to sleep through the night can be a challenge. We're here to help you navigate baby sleep training, safe sleep guidelines, and naptime. 

Baby

Everything you need to know about your baby, including information on breastfeeding, teething, colic, baby development, food, sleep, and more..

Baby sleep

Obviously, the best sunscreen for kids is the one they'll let you slather on them without complaining! But what's the best format?

Sunscreen for kids: lotion, spray or stick?

Best sunscreen for kids: Lotion, spray or stick?

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Sunscreen

Kids

Everything you need to know about kids and toddlers, including behaviour and development, sleep, potty training, preschool, and how to handle picky eaters.

Kids health

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Sesame Street

Looking for things to do in Toronto with kids? A hub for cultural diversity, music, theatre and all&#x2d;around fun, hit up these spots for an amazing summer.

50 things to do in Toronto with kids this summer

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12 awesome things to do in the GTA this summer

Ultimate guide to family road trips in Canada

Deep breathing isn't going to cut it this time. If you're in the throes of parental burnout, here's what will actually help.

Two out of three parents are completely burnt out these days

Deep breathing isn't going to cut it this time. Here’s what will.

Two out of three parents are completely burnt out

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Anxiety

Happy Pride! Whether you're heading to a parade or just want to show your support, get your family decked out in some of this colourful rainbow pride gear.

23 ways your family can rock the rainbow with Pride gear this month

Happy Pride! Whether you're tuning in to a parade or just want to show your support, get your family decked out in some of this colourful rainbow gear.

23 ways your family can rock the rainbow for Pride this month

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Mastermind Toys

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Moms may have a bad rap for spreading vaccine misinformation, but a new study says they’re being manipulated by influencers.

Moms may have a bad rap for spreading vaccine misinformation, but a new study says they’re being manipulated by influencers who use maternal identities against them.

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Vaccines

Family health

Chezik Tsunoda on water safety, why Black and brown kids are more likely to drown and how her son’s death fueled her to combat childhood drowning

Chezik Tsunoda on water safety, why Black and brown kids are more likely to drown and how her son’s death fueled her desire to combat the silent epidemic of childhood drowning

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Kids safety

How to explain transgender to a child

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Formerly known as gypsy moth caterpillars, these insects ruined many a camping trip last year with rashes and poop showers. Here’s what you need to know.

PSA: Spongy moth caterpillars are back in action in 2022

PSA: Spongy moth caterpillars are back with their rashes and poop showers (yep!)

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Camping

The CDC recently removed crawling from their baby milestone checklist. Here’s why, and what parents should know about this sometimes skipped baby skill.

Do babies need to crawl?

The CDC recently removed crawling from their baby milestone checklist. Here’s why, and what parents should know about this exciting—but sometimes skipped—baby skill.

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baby development

From babbling, crawling, and walking to boosting baby brain power, see what baby milestones to expect in your child’s first year.

Baby development

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

Keep your crew looking cute and cool at the pool or the beach this summer with our picks for the best kids' swimwear out there.

20 adorable kids' swimwear must&#x2d;haves for this summer

Keep your crew looking cute and cool at the pool or the beach.

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Summer

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Family pets

Want to teach your child about mindfulness? Looking for a great vacation getaway for families? Trying to understand the latest YouTube craze for kids? We’ve got you covered. 

Family life

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community

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's baby girl is absolutely adorable in an outdoor photo from her first birthday picnic at Frogmore Cottage.

They also shared a second behind-the-scenes photo of Meghan and Lili!

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Royal babies

How did I gain so much when I was throwing up constantly? It's common for gestational diabetes to lead to weight gain, but that didn’t make it any easier.

I gained 100 pounds with gestational diabetes despite throwing up a ton

Weight gain from gestational diabetes is common, but that didn’t make it any easier.

I gained 100 pounds with gestational diabetes—despite throwing up constantly

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Pregnancy weight

Answers to all of your questions around pregnancy health, from weight gain and diet to pregnancy bleeding, swelling, and what medications are safe to take. 

Pregnancy health

When tasked with sitting through an hours-long Platinum Jubilee pageant, Prince Louis acted like any four-year-old: cuddly, snackish and silly.

When tasked with sitting through an hours-long Platinum Jubilee pageant, Prince Louis acted like any four-year-old—a bit cuddly, a bit snackish and very silly.

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Kate Middleton

The seven-year-old's sillies came out as she "conducted" a band playing "We Don't Talk About Bruno" and baked cupcakes with her family.

Princess Charlotte was all giggles this weekend at Platinum Jubilee events

The seven-year-old's sillies came out as she "conducted" a band playing "We Don't Talk About Bruno" and baked cupcakes with her family for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

Princess Charlotte was all giggles this weekend while celebrating her great-grandma

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Is your kid a tattletale? We've got advice for parents whose kids are quick to tell on friends, siblings and other adults.

Tattletale kid: How to deal when you hear "I'm telling" more than you'd like

Does your kid like to tattle? And not just on their friends and siblings, but on other adults? We’ve got advice for parents who hear “I’m telling” more often than they’d like.

How to deal when your kid's a tattletale

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4 social skills school-aged kids should know

An open letter to the kids bullying my daughter

Discipline

I thought restless leg syndrome only affected pregnant and old people, but after many tests and doctor visits I learned it was also keeping my kid awake.

Restless leg syndrome: Why it used to take hours to get my kids to sleep

I thought this condition only affected pregnant and old people. I was wrong.

Getting my kid to sleep took hours until we got an unexpected diagnosis

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From a cruise on a double&#x2d;decker bus to breakfast at Kensington Palace, there are lots of things to do in London with your children.

16 things to do in London with kids

Whether you fancy a ride on a double&#x2d;decker bus or a posh breakfast at Kensington Palace, this iconic city offers families so much to see and do.

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