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Can your kid still get chicken pox if they’ve had the shot?

Can your kid still get chicken pox if they’ve had the shot?

Many parents are shocked when their kid has the chicken pox vaccine and still gets the virus. But that's rare—and there are good reasons to get the shot.

Natalie Harmsen

I want to be part of that world where The Little Mermaid is Black

I want to be part of that world where The Little Mermaid is Black

The role of Ariel in the new Disney live action version of "The Little Mermaid" will be played by a black actress. Here's why that matters.

Natalie Harmsen

Prince George impressed former Wimbledon champ Roger Federer with his tennis skills

Prince George impressed former Wimbledon champ Roger Federer with his tennis skills

Kate Middleton passed on her love of tennis to her kids, and Prince George is hooked! So naturally, he's rallied with father-of-four Roger Federer.

Zach Harper

How many ultrasounds do you get in a typical pregnancy?

How many ultrasounds do you get in a typical pregnancy?

That first glimpse of your baby in utero is one of the most memorable and exciting moments of your pregnancy. But how many ultrasounds can you expect?

Jen Cutts

Why are new parents still so obsessed with gender?

Why are new parents still so obsessed with gender?

From throwing gender-reveal parties to buying gendered clothes and toys, new parents are way too attached to the gender binary, says Leah McLaren.

Leah McLaren

How I'm learning to trust my husband after his affair

How I'm learning to trust my husband after his affair

My marriage is broken—but that doesn't mean it can't be repaired. Here's how we're working through the betrayal and navigating parenthood at the same time.

Anonymous

Royal baby Archie's christening is this weekend! Here's everything we know

Royal baby Archie's christening is this weekend! Here's everything we know

We can’t wait to get another glimpse of Harry and Meghan’s little boy, Archie, at his christening this summer. Here’s what you can expect from his big day.

Jessica Pollack

Here's how we can help migrant families at the U.S. border

Here's how we can help migrant families at the U.S. border

As parents, we're all feeling gutted by images of migrants and the 2,000+ children who have been separated from their parents. Here's what we can do.

Katherine Singh, FLARE

Alanis Morissette opens up about miscarriages, PPD and the four rules her children live by

Alanis Morissette opens up about miscarriages, PPD and the four rules her children live by

Zach Harper, Hello! Canada

Questions you should be asking during a nanny interview

Questions you should be asking during a nanny interview

Seeking out a nanny for your family can feel overwhelming, so we've rounded up some questions you should be asking your future Mrs. Doubtfire.

Amanda Naccarato

Prince William and Kate are totally prepared if one of their kids comes out as LGBTQ

Prince William and Kate are totally prepared if one of their kids comes out as LGBTQ

The royal dad said he'd be "absolutely fine" with any of his three kids coming out as LGBTQ —but, like many parents, he's still got his concerns.

Zach Harper, Hello! Canada

Why human kindness is the only solution if we want a better world for our kids

Why human kindness is the only solution if we want a better world for our kids

From politics to health care, a rising movement is calling for compassion as a remedy for systems on the brink—and we owe it to future generations to listen

Anne Kingston

Binge-watch after bedtime: What's new on Netflix Canada in July 2019

Binge-watch after bedtime: What's new on Netflix Canada in July 2019

FLARE

This viral trick for getting picky kids to eat is legit abusive and needs to stop

This viral trick for getting picky kids to eat is legit abusive and needs to stop

Some parents are posting videos trying out a disturbing tactic that uses stuffed animals to get their picky kids to eat. It's hard to watch.

Kevin John Siazon

16 celebrities who struggled with postpartum depression

16 celebrities who struggled with postpartum depression

Celebrity moms, including Chrissy Teigen, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Adele, open up about their experience with postpartum depression or baby blues.

Haley Overland

How education cuts helped me teach my son to be an activist

How education cuts helped me teach my son to be an activist

The letter my son sent to the province to protest education cuts in Ontario is a sneak peek into his mind—and heart—that I hadn't seen before.

Louise Gleeson

11 kids’ movies and shows that are new on Netflix Canada in July 2019

11 kids’ movies and shows that are new on Netflix Canada in July 2019

Every month, Netflix Canada adds family-friendly shows and movies for your kids to stream. Here's what's coming up in July 2019.

Kevin John Siazon

In defence of Peppa Pig

In defence of Peppa Pig

Peppa speaks her mind, calls out her parents and refuses to play nice—so why does this preschool anti-hero get so much grief?

Lauren Martin

The best UV-protective rash guards for hitting the beach this summer

The best UV-protective rash guards for hitting the beach this summer

Sunscreen isn't enough to shield your little one from a sunburn this summer. Here are our top picks for some protective (and still stylish!) rash guards.

Natalie Harmsen

Do you Need a Pelvic Floor Exercise Device?

Do you Need a Pelvic Floor Exercise Device?

Dozens of devices promise to strengthen your pelvic floor—and avoid leaking when you laugh. Here’s what you need to know before buying your vagina a Fitbit.

Raina Delisle