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Can my baby catch a cold sore?

Can my baby catch a cold sore?

While cold sores are relatively harmless in toddlers and older children, they can be dangerous in infants under the age of one. Here’s what you need to know to protect your baby.

Bonnie Schiedel

This mom says her kid’s food allergy reaction was nothing like she expected

This mom says her kid’s food allergy reaction was nothing like she expected

If you’ve only seen allergic reactions in the movies, you’re probably not picturing it right. This mom shared her daughter's shocking food allergy reaction.

Daniela Sosa Roque

How I decided to stop doing fertility treatments

Trying to conceive

How I decided to stop doing fertility treatments

Each cycle was an emotional roller coaster that ultimately ended in disappointment. Instead of accepting failure, I decided to move on.

Shannon Talbot

Jessi Cruickshank on her "very personal" new show: New Mom, Who Dis?

Jessi Cruickshank on her "very personal" new show: New Mom, Who Dis?

The hilarious mom of twins Diego and Rio is hoping to give viewers a "real and raw" glimpse at what her life as a mom is like in her new Facebook series.

Zachary Harper, Hello!

My husband was a disaster in the delivery room (and we have four kids!)

My husband was a disaster in the delivery room (and we have four kids!)

Before you welcome your first baby, you don’t know how your partner will react to the stress of supporting you in the delivery room.

Louise Gleeson

What to do if your baby falls off the bed

What to do if your baby falls off the bed

If your baby falls off the bed, couch or change table, here’s some tips and next steps, including a visit to your doctor or hospital.

Bonnie Schiedel

How a family of four reduced its annual garbage output to three Mason jars

How a family of four reduced its annual garbage output to three Mason jars

Jinny Yun was inspired to go no-waste and brought her family of four along for the ride. Their annual waste output is now down to only three one-quart jars.

Emily Landau, Chatelaine

8 things to expect with a water birth

8 things to expect with a water birth

Have you ever thought about delivering your baby in a tub but not sure what to expect? Here are some of the pros and cons to consider with a water birth.

Claire Gagne

How to prepare for an allergist appointment

How to prepare for an allergist appointment

Here’s what you need to know about going to an allergist for testing and how to prepare so you get the most out of your appointment.

Claire Gagne

Your guide to life after a food allergy diagnosis

Your guide to life after a food allergy diagnosis

Food allergies are so common it can seem like no big deal—until it’s your own kid. Here's how you can navigate this terrifying and overwhelming reality.

Claire Gagne

10 kids’ movies and shows coming to Netflix Canada in April 2019

10 kids’ movies and shows coming to Netflix Canada in April 2019

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

Kevin John Siazon

Ricki Lake wants sick kids to have access to cannabis oil

Ricki Lake wants sick kids to have access to cannabis oil

In the new documentary Weed the People, actress Ricki Lake and director Abby Epstein explore the use of cannabis oil in kids with cancer.

Kim Shiffman

Here's how ultrasounds actually work

Pregnancy health

Here's how ultrasounds actually work

Ultrasounds are a common procedure in pregnancy. We look at how they work, if they're safe and why you should stay away from ‘keepsake’ ultrasound centres.

Bonnie Schiedel

4 Ways to Talk to Your Kids About Phone Addiction

4 Ways to Talk to Your Kids About Phone Addiction

From Snapchat to Facetime, your kid seems glued to their phone. Here’s how to talk to them about cell phone addiction without getting the dreaded eyeroll.

Lisa Kadane

44 fun things kids can do with Google Home

44 fun things kids can do with Google Home

From witty comebacks to downright sass, your Google Home is funnier than you think. Get your kid to ask her these questions and watch the giggles ensue.

Today's Parent

Costco’s 5 best Kirkland Signature products

Costco’s 5 best Kirkland Signature products

Costco has tons of variety and value to offer, especially in its private-label Kirkland Signature products.

Lisa Fielding

Amy Schumer gives zero f*cks in her naked pregnancy shoot and we're obsessed

Amy Schumer gives zero f*cks in her naked pregnancy shoot and we're obsessed

Brazen, carefree and totally Amy Schumer, the comedian's New York Times shoot didn't hold much back. Why can't we have this much confidence?

Today's Parent

Confession: I lie and cheat to help my kids (and so do you)

Confession: I lie and cheat to help my kids (and so do you)

Scott Gilmore, Maclean's

Vegan pregnancy is safe if you do it right

Pregnancy health

Vegan pregnancy is safe if you do it right

Your vegan pregnancy diet should pay close attention to nutrients, supplements and meal plans. Here's what you need to know.

Cara Rosenbloom

Healthy pregnancy snacks for moms-to-be

Pregnancy health

Healthy pregnancy snacks for moms-to-be

You can satisfy your hunger and be healthy with great pregnancy snacks options that boost your calcium, iron, omega 3s, and ease your morning sickness.

Cara Rosenbloom