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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.

9 silly hair day ideas for kids

9 silly hair day ideas for kids

Get inspired with these silly hairdos. Some are really easy and others take a bit of work. Better practice your braiding skills.

Simona Catalano

5 DIY cleaners vs. their store-bought rivals—who wins?

5 DIY cleaners vs. their store-bought rivals—who wins?

DIY cleaners are easy to make. Using a few basic ingredients, they’re cost-effective and better for the planet. But are they as effective as store-bought?

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How to make a Pumpkin Smoothie

How to make a Pumpkin Smoothie

So you've roasted the seeds and made a pie, but what else can you make with a pumpkin. Make a pumpkin smoothie, of course!

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How to make Cheater Pumpkin Pie

How to make Cheater Pumpkin Pie

It would be nice to make a homemade pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving dinner. But who has the time? This is our Thanksgiving secret—we make Cheater Pumpkin Pie.

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How to make Maple Pumpkin Butter

How to make Maple Pumpkin Butter

Besides pie, what else can you make with pumpkin? Behold Maple Pumpkin Butter—your new favourite toast topping.

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How to make Whole Roasted Cauliflower

How to make Whole Roasted Cauliflower

Are you ready to eat brains? Well, not real brains but roasted cauliflower with tomato sauce. It's delicious and the kids will love this ghoulish recipe.

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How to make Apple-Cinnamon Butter

How to make Apple-Cinnamon Butter

Smooth, spiced and intensely apple, this spread is totally your jam. Here's how to make Apple-Cinnamon Butter.

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How to tell if your child is shy or if it's actually anxiety

How to tell if your child is shy or if it's actually anxiety

How can you tell the difference between age-appropriate social awkwardness and something more serious?

Fiona Tapp

5 simple screen-time rules from a teacher who’s seen them work

5 simple screen-time rules from a teacher who’s seen them work

Take it from a middle-school teacher and mom: Kids need to manage their online activities—and parents need to help them do it.

Rebecca Young, Common Sense Media

Can you actually raise a baby free from gender?

Can you actually raise a baby free from gender?

Is it a boy or girl? In order to free their kids from gender pressures, for some new parents, the answer is neither.

Rachel Giese, Chatelaine

14 best family-friendly restaurants in Toronto

14 best family-friendly restaurants in Toronto

Whether they’ve got accommodating menus or a trusted reputation for going that extra mile, these restaurants are in a class of their own.

Justine Purcell

#ThisIsMyLife: Parents you'll meet at school council

#ThisIsMyLife: Parents you'll meet at school council

If you've ever volunteered at your kid's school, you know exactly who these PTA parents are.

Leah Rumack

Does my kid have ADHD?: Red flags to watch out for

Does my kid have ADHD?: Red flags to watch out for

Your kid’s teacher says your child can’t focus or sit still. Could the cause be attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?

Keith McArthur

My daughter wasn’t supposed to walk—now she’s a cheerleader for Team Canada

My daughter wasn’t supposed to walk—now she’s a cheerleader for Team Canada

Was I afraid she would fall or fail? Absolutely. But all those months of forcing myself to stay behind the glass were good training for me, too.

Lisa Thornbury

Sorry, kids—I'll never be THAT mom

Sorry, kids—I'll never be THAT mom

The Pinterest mom. The PTA mom. The mom who leaves notes in the lunch box and always buys organic. Sorry, kids—that's just not me.

Joanna Myers

4 myths about what causes ADHD—and why they’re totally wrong

4 myths about what causes ADHD—and why they’re totally wrong

These misconceptions about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are unhelpful and annoying to parents of kids with it. Let’s get the facts straight!

Keith McArthur

5 Ikea storage hacks for kids' toys

5 Ikea storage hacks for kids' toys

Tired of stepping on those metal cars? Has your house been taken over by stuffies? Ikea to the rescue! These storage hacks will organize the toy chaos.

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15 recipe projects to take on this weekend

15 recipe projects to take on this weekend

Homemade marshmallows and DIY dumplings are totally doable—you just need time. These delicious recipe projects are perfect for a quiet weekend at home.

Amy Valm

How to make Unicorn Poop

How to make Unicorn Poop

Want to create a magical treat for your kid? Behold, Unicorn Poop. It's colourful and delicious!

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How to make Lemon-Strawberry Microwave Mug Cake

How to make Lemon-Strawberry Microwave Mug Cake

Give this mug cake a spin in the microwave for two minutes and voila, you've got dessert for you and the sweet tot in your life.

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